Annual Music Matters Conference in Thunder Bay, ON now open for registration! The highly anticipated annual Music Matters conference will be taking place in Thunder Bay this year, bringing together United Church musicians and music enthusiasts from across the country. The event will be held from May 2nd to May 5th, offering both in-person and online attendance options for participants. The conference, organized by the Music United Association, will feature a diverse range of activities, including workshops, plenary sessions, presentations, and performances. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with fellow musicians and learn from fellow church musicians and experts. Among the presenters, we find Dr Alexandra Fol from the Nakonha:ka region, music director and organist at St James United Church in Montréal.
Registration for in-person and online participation on a sliding scale is now open for all interested participants at the following link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/music-matters-2024-tickets-760746753017.
Music United is an organization dedicated to promoting and supporting the importance of music in diverse communities. Through events, conferences, and educational programs, Music United strives to foster collaborative relationships among musicians, empower individuals in their musical journeys, and celebrate the transformative power of music.
For more information about the Music Matters conference, please contact worship@united-church.ca or visit the Music United webpage: www.musicunited.ca.