Yuan Yin Group (est.1920) is proudly presenting the 2019 Annual Concert. This is our 4th annual concert in an effort to accelerate impact and support Hospital for Sick Children and The SickKids Foundation. On the concert day, Grammy Nominated musician and over 200 young talents from Canada and China will bring the audience to this exquisite audio- visual feast - featuring Qin, Chinese classical music with a 3000-year tradition, is proclaimed a UNESCO Intangible Heritage; and Guzheng (Chinese Zither), a 2000-year traditional Chinese string instrument, and also a variety of classical musical instruments and vocal from East to West. When the East meets the West, you will be fascinated by how creative the music world could be.

At 2pm Ron Korb will perform at a second location at DEAD DOG RECORDS at Bloor and Lansdowne Saturday April 13th. Ron's appearance will be proceeded by Kevin Hearn from “Bare Naked Ladies” at 11am to 1pm.

Ron Korb will be doing an autograph signing and performing a single at 12PM. Kevin Hearn from Bare Naked Ladies will be doing an autograph signing at 1PM! Ryan Marshall of Walk Off The Earth will be doing a meet n' greet + autograph signing at 2pm. Henderson Brewing Co will be giving out samples of their delicious ales from 11AM-1PM.

Ron Korb will speak about his personal experiences exploring his heritage through the study of Japanese traditional music. A panel discussion with follow with Trineice Robinson, Somdatta Pal and Fauzia Farooqui adding their insights to the topic as it relates to Gospel music, Tagore music and Sufi Poetry.

Flutist Ron Korb joins Tagore singer Somdatta Chakraborty, Gospel Singer Prof. Trineice Robinson-Martin, and Sufi poetry specialist Prof. Fauzia Farooqui on this special program exploring Three Traditionals of Spiritual Music.

The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) is pleased to present the contemporary art installation Being Japanese Canadian: reflections on a broken world. Featuring works by eight Japanese Canadian artists from across the country, Being Japanese Canadian explores multi-generational responses to the exile, dispossession, and internment of Canadian citizens of Japanese descent during the 1940s. Designed as a series of artworks interspersed throughout the ROM’s Sigmund Samuel Gallery of Canada. “Being Japanese Canadian reflects on a period of Canadian history that is explored through the deeply personal narratives of eight contemporary artists grappling with the effects of the internment era,” says Josh Basseches, ROM Director and CEO. “This compelling artistic examination of our shared national history furthers the discussion on multiculturalism and belonging in today’s society.”

This installation is a collaboration between curators from the ROM and the Japanese Canadian community: Dr. Heather Read, Rebanks Postdoctoral Fellow in Canadian Decorative Arts & Material Culture at the ROM, and Dr. Arlene Gehmacher, the ROM’s Curator of Canadian Paintings, Prints & Drawings, worked with Bryce Kanbara, artist and Gallery Curator at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) in Toronto, and Dr. Katherine Yamashita, arts educator and Art Committee member at the JCCC.

World-renowned classical guitarist, Liona Boyd and Andrew Dolson capture a magical evening in the concert “A Winter Fantasy” airing at 10 pm, Monday, Dec. 10 on WNED-TV. Recorded in historic Richmond Hill United Church in December 2017, “A Winter Fantasy” also features special guest, Grammy nominated flautist Ron Korb, as well as the Chancel Choir of Richmond Hill. Korb adds his acclaimed playing on two pieces, and The Chancel choir joins along with the exuberant Caribbean rhythms of “Christmas Dreams” to close out this special concert. Stunning winter scenery from Boyd’s adopted homeland of Canada adds visual beauty to the production. “A Winter Fantasy” brings Boyd’s unique blend of romantic style and serene music to the screen.

World-renowned classical guitarist, Liona Boyd and Andrew Dolson capture a magical evening in the concert “A Winter Fantasy” airing at 10 pm, Monday, Dec. 10 on WNED-TV. Recorded in historic Richmond Hill United Church in December 2017, “A Winter Fantasy” also features special guest, Grammy nominated flautist Ron Korb, as well as the Chancel Choir of Richmond Hill. Korb adds his acclaimed playing on two pieces, and The Chancel choir joins along with the exuberant Caribbean rhythms of “Christmas Dreams” to close out this special concert. Stunning winter scenery from Boyd’s adopted homeland of Canada adds visual beauty to the production. “A Winter Fantasy” brings Boyd’s unique blend of romantic style and serene music to the screen. “A Winter Fantasy” will air again on WNED on the following dates: 4 am, Dec. 15 5:30 pm, Dec. 15

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Magical, Merry Music for the Christmas season. Celtic, Latin and original music for Classical and world flutes & harps. Join Ron & Sharlene in festive style! https://www.facebook.com/events/733940473627071 information & tickets: 416-346-6600 / harp@sharlenewallace.com Tickets $20 at the door

Book in advance for early bird price! After the success of his 2016 Grammy-nominated album, Asia Beauty, Canada’s premier flutist and composer RON KORB is releasing his 20th solo album, WORLD CAFÉ, with a gala concert accompanied by Bill Evans on piano, Steve Lucas on bass, Bill Bridges on guitar, Larry Crowe on drums/percussion and special guest Hilario Duran, and Joseph Macerollo.

Known as flute traveller, Ron has musically explored the mysteries of Japan and China, to the infectious joy and tender melancholy of the Celtic Isles. With World Café, Ron takes you on a journey to the Latin world: sunny Spain, the island of Cuba, and the verdant lands of Central and South America. As “All About Jazz” recently noted “Though he's explored the music of many cultures, it all started with jazz, which is still a part of his playing today.” This is especially true of World Café which offers exquisite performances by Ron and a stellar cast of musicians including Grammy-nominated Cuban pianist Hilario Duran, Juno-nominated guitarist Johannes Linstead, accordion virtuoso Joseph Macerollo, cello soloist Margaret Maria, Laila Biali, and Ron’s long-term collaborating band members. Ron has won Gold Medal “Best In Show” at the Global Music Awards, First Prize at the International Acoustic Music Awards, Best World Album at the ZMR Awards, audience favourite at the China Shanghai Int’l Art Festival and Best Global Fusion Album at the One World Music Awards UK.

Ron is one of today’s finest, most remarkable world flutists. His presence on the Ten Best Flute Players in the World list is truly deserved. - Overtones Magazine

$15 Advanced tickets are all sold out!

$20 at the door

Dress your own style for social media snapshots at our free pre-concert photo wall.

CD available for sale at concert.

This project is funded in part by FACTOR, the Government of Canada and Canada’s private radio broadcasters. We also thank the support of CIUT 89.5FM.

A Peace event with Nobel Prize Laureate and Hiroshima Survivor Setsuko Thurlow Featured Performers: Flutist Ron Korb • Nagata Shachu Japanese Taiko & Music Group • Pax Christi Chorale •

Flutist Ron Korb gives a workshop on preparing and structuring live concerts performances. Room 143

Flutes of the World with flutists Ron Korb, (Cambodian, silver, ocarina, Chinese flutes) Peter Phippen (World Flutes) and Kevin Locke (Lakota and Anishiabe) North American Indigenous flutes

Liona Boyd will be filming her Christmas special at Richmond Hill United Church with Ron Korb Flute and tenor/guitarist Andrew Dolson. Admission is free.

Due to the recent passing of Ron's father this event is being cancelled. Best wishes to everyone for the holiday season.