Program

A collaboration between the Calgary Phil and Pink Flamingo on the Black Lives Matter Murals Project invited two vastly different artistic cultures to collide. Five artists were invited to respond to a new Calgary Phil commission by Canadian composer Laura Hawley, written for our Chorus and based on L.R. Knost’s poem I Rise. We celebrate the results with the debut of this new work in a performance led by conductor Leslie B. Dunner, accompanied by the mural artwork, and music by Duke Ellington and Florence Price. Uyemi and Sinzere join us for John Legend and Common’s hit Glory from Selma.

Presented in partnership with Pink Flamingo. Program and artists are subject to change without notice.

Artists LESLIE B. DUNNER conductor SINZERE rap/soul artist UYEMI vocals

CALGARY PHILHARMONIC CHORUS CALGARY PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

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Join us at The Prairie Emporium for a screening of the brand new music video, 'THE MISSION,' by Calgary rap/soul artist Sinzere. 'The Mission' is a single from Sinzere's debut album, Tabula Rasa.

Hosted by Alia Aluma, cast and crew will share some highlights from behind the scenes, followed by the screening of 'The Mission' featuring Sinzere and actor/model Meica Miller. There will also be a short Q+A with Sinzere and community leaders, Taylor McNallie and Adora Nwofor, moderated by Priscilla Cherry. Then stay to dance and party with a live performance by Sinzere and her band!

There will be drinks and snacks for purchase. Card payments only. The venue is wheelchair accessible. Free or heavily subsidized tickets may be available upon request. For all requests, and any other accessibility concerns, please email hello@humainologie.com.

This event is held in collaboration with Humainologie, Parts + Labor, and Ill Fated Kustoms.

Coast Contra live September 24th! With co-headliner TOBi. Also on the star studded bill is Sinzere, General Khan. To end the night we have DJ IV 902 & Lxvndr.

See you there!

Sinzere gears up for her live album release party hosted by Natural Selections. This features a live performance from Sinzere and the Tribe. Tickets available on showcase.com

Over the bridge and across the island, an enchanting adventure awaits at the Calgary Folk Music Festival, presented by ATB! Immerse yourself in a magical weekend of song and dance featuring artists from near and far on Prince’s Island Park, July 21–24. 🕊🎺✨

Held at Calgary's idyllic Prince’s Island Park since 1980, Calgary Folk Music Festival is one of Canada’s flagship, trailblazing music festivals with a national and international profile and a broad, cutting-edge programming vision.

Festival Dates July 21 – 24, 2022 (43rd annual)

What do rockin' bands and sultry burlesque babes have in common? G-String!

Bringing rad local musical acts together with badass babes to rock your world with tunes and teases.

Doors at 7pm, Show at 8pm.

Every month at the home of the alternative: Dickens Pub

This month, we are joined by Sinzere!

Sinzere is a Rap/Soul artist from Calgary, Canada. For her, music serves as a vessel she uses to inspire people through her cutting-edge lyrics, and deep cinematic sound. Sinzere is inspired by many different styles of music, everything from Queen Latifah, Notorious BIG and Jay-Z, to James Brown, and Canadian rap royalty, Drake. With an immense appreciation and diverse ear for music, Sinzere is intent on building something that is completely her own, yet also pays homage to the golden era of Hip Hop.

Sinzere is transparent with her listeners - her music is raw, gritty and created with the intent to inspire her fans. Her lyrics are witty and go against the grain, she stays true to the idea that storytelling comes from the heart.

She's an absolute force to be reckoned with on stage, named Sled Island Music Festivals Spotlight Artist in 2019. Sinzere has opened up for Hip-Hop royalty such as, Rakim, KRS-ONE, Raekwon, Rick Ross, and Cordae to name a few. The highlight of her performance career however, was sharing the stage with artists such as Manilla Grey and Grandtheft at the 2021 Badlands Music Festival.

Featuring burlesque performances by:

Damien

Tangerine Dream

Lucky Leger

Delilah Delirium

Hosted by Miss Gigi

Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door

Since 2007, Sled Island's thoughtful, eclectic programming and independent spirit have produced a one-of-a-kind festival experience. Each June, the five-day music and arts festival brings together a community of music, comedy, film and art as well as over 40,000 attendees across multiple venues, earning rave reviews from attendees, artists and media across the globe.

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JUNETEENTH BLACK JOY CELEBRATION | FREE ENTRY | TWISTED ELEMENT | DOORS AT 8PM | SINZERE LIVE AT 10:30PM

East Town Get Down is an independent music festival celebrating all the best of East Calgary at its heart - Calgary's culinary and cultural capital - International Avenue! ​ Taking place on a six-block length of 17th Ave SE, and featuring intimate, convivial venues, unique food and drink, and a range of performers to suit all musical tastes, East Town Get Down is going to shake up the festival landscape in Calgary, kicking off the summer season with an international flare! A family-friendly event where youth age 12 and under are able to enter all-ages venues free of charge when accompanied by a paid adult, mark your calendars!

Broken City & Natural Selections Present: BLACKOUT LIVE RELEASE PARTY!

Come out and help us celebrate the release of Calgary artist Sinzeres New EP "Blackout". Sinzere will be performing the new EP LIVE!

Sinzere performs at 10:30pm - 11:00pm With music all night by Natural Selections, DJ Brofanity & DJ Dan Solo!

Doors at 8pm! Come early! 18+ Event $7 Cover

Come dressed in ALL BLACK! 🖤🖤🖤

Citizen Sessions! With Sinzere & Guests!

This is a FREE show on the covered and heated patio, and starts at 7 pm!

See you there 🖤

PRIDE PARTY Hosted by Pink Flamingo Join us at Contemporary Calgary for Pink Flamingo’s Pride Party, September 2! Contemporary Calgary is pleased to be the hosting venue for Pink Flamingo’s two-part Pride Celebration! 

Join us on Saturday August 7th for 2 floors of music! Sinzere will take over the patio from 8:30 - 10pm. Natural Selection's Brofanity will be along side her Djing all night then he will move to the main room to close out the night with the rest of the Natural Selection crew! $7 gets you access to both floors all night. Come early to guarantee entry!

SINZERE

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