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A musical journey on every occasion
Artists from all over the planet are frequent visitors to the stages of Place des Arts, showering us with distinctive sounds from different cultures. Unique opportunities abound to experience authentic, colourful performances year-round, via regular programming as well as returning events like the Arab World Festival of Montréal, the Festival TransAmériques and Printemps Nordique. World and Folk music take audiences on a voyage of discovery with every listen, as seen in the gamut of styles featured at PdA, ranging from Gospel music to African rhythms, Scandinavian sounds, Japanese percussion, the passion of Flamenco and much more. Place des Arts is a meeting place for every genre under the sun!
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World Music • japanese drums
Kodo | Warabe
March 13, 20251 performanceSalle Wilfrid-PelletierAn epic journey to Japan with the group KODO. The long-awaited follow-up to Tsuzumi is finally coming to Montreal in 2025!
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World Music • italian
Nino D’Angelo | I Miei Meravigliosi Anni ‘80…e Non Solo
March 30, 20251 performanceSalle Wilfrid-PelletierMy wonderful 80’s... and not only is the title of the evening during which the artist from San Pietro a Patierno, Napoli, will bring his musical history to the stage and transport the audience to a big 80s party.
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World Music • Iranian
Ebi | Pooste Shir
April 19, 20251 performanceSalle Wilfrid-PelletierExperience a night of musical magic as Ebi brings his iconic voice and timeless hits to Place des Arts in Montreal.
Kodo: The art of taïko at its finest
The Japanese collective Kodo uses their drums and accompanying instruments to create vast soundscapes, bringing their audience to the space between ritual and waking dream. This acclaimed group of taiko drummers is honouring our city.
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4 Songs by KRUTb: Ukrainian music that bridges the gap between tradition and renewal
Singer KRUTb, accompanying herself on bandura, will be in Canada for the very first time this February for a show at Place des Arts’ Cinquième Salle.
Article Portraits SeriesA whole world of music in your hand
Place des Arts’ programmers make sure to feature international stars, giving audiences the chance to delve into our world’s diverse cultures. It’s a mission that’s integral to the organization’s DNA, promising discoveries through openness to other communities and their art forms. Myriad peoples and cultures come together in this highly focused space within our programming, across one-off events, themed series and major festivals, all designed with one goal in mind: to delight audiences. Over the years, internationally renowned artists and groups from all backgrounds have performed under the lights at Place des Arts, nurturing Montréal’s reputation as a global culture destination.
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