World Music Festival 2026
York University’s World Music Festival is a cross-cultural celebration spotlighting musical traditions around the world.
Produced by Professor Sherry Johnson, this global sonic journey showcases a vibrant sampling of music featured in York’s World Music program.
THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026
10:45 a.m. – Toronto Chinese Orchestra (Patty Chan, Director)
11:15 a.m. – Toronto Chinese Orchestra with Celtic Ensemble
11:30 a.m. – Celtic Ensemble (Sherry Johnson, Director)
12:15 p.m. – Steelpan Ensemble (Gareth Burgess, Director)
1:45 p.m. – West African Ensemble (Larry Graves, Director)
2:30 p.m. – Afro-Cuban Ensemble (Rick Lazar, Director)
7:00 p.m. – Balkan Ensemble (Irene Markoff, Director)
LOCATION: Tribute Communities Recital Hall
FREE ADMISSION
