The Prince Edward County Chamber Music Festival is an annual celebration of classical and contemporary chamber music held in Picton, Ontario, typically in September. The 2025 edition runs from September 12 to 21, with events centered at St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church and other local venues.
Highlights of the Music Festival
- Opening Event – Brass in the Park
August 24 @ Macaulay Heritage Park
A free outdoor concert featuring the True North Brass, a nationally renowned ensemble. - Yoga + Cello
September 11 @ The Andrew, Picton
A unique blend of gentle yoga and live cello music performed by Franz Ortner of the Swiss Piano Trio. - The Kitchen Revue
September 12 @ St. Mary Magdalene Church
A witty musical tale narrated by CBC’s Tom Allen, with performances by the Swiss Piano Trio, James Campbell, and others. - Dinuk Wijeratne World Music Fusion Trio
September 13
A fusion of classical, jazz, and world music led by Composer-in-Residence Dinuk Wijeratne, joined by Nick Halley and Tom Easley. - Techniques of Creativity Workshop
September 14
A hands-on session with Wijeratne exploring creative habits and artistic development. - Popular Tunes from Vienna to the New World
September 14
Featuring James Campbell and the Swiss Piano Trio, this concert explores folk-inspired chamber music from Europe and North America. - Arion Baroque Ensemble
September 19
A performance of 18th-century music by Telemann, Vivaldi, and others. - Four Play Cello!
September 20
A genre-blending cello showcase with music from Vivaldi to Metallica, featuring Paul Marleyn, Leana Rutt, and more. - Festival Finale – Inspired by Love
September 21
A dramatic musical journey through Beethoven’s and Janáček’s Kreutzer Sonatas, narrated by Tom Allen and performed by the Penderecki String Quartet and others.
Tickets & Access
- Festival and weekend passes, as well as single concert tickets, are available.
- Youth and adults under 25 are admitted free of charge.
- Visit pecmusicfestival.com for full details and ticketing
