November 29, 2012
Stars Christmas Trees
For the 5th consecutive year, the program schedule will feature the Christmas Trees’ Exhibition, to which over fifty Quebec personalities
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November 10, 2012
Château Ramezay!
There is no doubt about it: rosy cheeks, pine trees, lights and snowflakes… it will soon be the holiday season! To celebrate, the Château Ramezay offers
November 10, 2012
Old Port of Montréal
The TELUS Fire on Ice musical fireworks will project you into a universe of shapes and colors,
November 10, 2012
Village
Countries and regions such as Russia, Austria, Germany, Belgium , France, Québec and many more will be present.
This village will allow the festival-goers to celebrate and enjoy customs of different communities and origins. Traditional dishes, local wines, crafts and much more awaits the visitors!
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Les Féeries du Vieux-Montréal - Volet 3
Chaque année, le Vieux-Montréal s'anime aux couleurs du festival. À coup sûr, la panoplie d'activités offertes saura ravir un public de tous âges, et ce, des plus mordus de l'hiver au plus frileux d'entre nous.
Un festival célébrant le temps des Fêtes ou plusieurs activités ont lieux dans une vingtaine de sites extérieurs et intérieurs. Les festivités comprennent une exposition des sapins de stars, une route des crèches, des chorales, une patinoire, un rallye en plein air, des concerts, des visites guidées, des expositions, un village des traditions internationales de Noël , des rendez-vous gourmands et plus encore.
Pour clore les festivités, venez vivre l'expérience unique du Grand Bal du Nouvel An en dansant et en giguant en plein air.
Beau temps, mauvais temps la place Jacques-Cartier et les Quais du Vieux-Port, avec les formations de musique traditionnelle vous mèneront au classique grand décompte du passage de la nouvelle année.
C'est sous les douze coups de minuit que les Feux d'artifice éblouiront le ciel apportant une touche de magie pour débuter 2012 comme il se doit! View more
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Notre-Dame-du-Bon-Secours Chapel
Christmas concerts in Old Montreal District
From December 1 to 23, 2012, Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel will resound to the music of the Choralies. Offered on Saturdays and Sundays at 1:30 and 3:00 p.m., these concerts of Christmas carols will help you to experience the magic of the holidays. Given the huge success of last year’s offerings, a closing concert with the Da Capo ensemble will be presented on Sunday, December 23rd at 8:00 p.m.
New this year, two Sundays will be devoted to musical themes. Sunday, December 9, the Modulation vocal ensemble will offer jazz harmonies. And prepare to thrill and to dance to the lively gospel hymns of the Diversion group on December 16.
Approx. 45 minutes for the Christmas concerts
Approx. 90 minutes for the closing concert
Voluntary offering
400, East Saint-Paul Street
Old Montreal, QC
www.marguerite-bourgeoys.com
Notre-Dame Basilica
424, St-Sulpice Street
Old Montreal, QC
www.basiliquenddm.org
December 14 and 15
Les Stars chantent Noël
2pm and 8pm
Eight artists unite to interpret traditional Christmas songs in some of the most beautiful churches of religious heritage including Notre-Dame Basilica.
The artists:
Claude Barzotti, Judith Bérard, Jean-François Breau, Marie-Êve Janvier, Éléonore Lagacé, Marie Denise Pelletier, Gino Quilico, Annie Villeneuve, Ensemble Vocal Extravaganza
Tickets: admission network or 1-855-791-1245
Info: lesstarschantentnoel.com
December 19-20
Concert de l’OSM : Berlioz: L’Enfance du Christ
7:30 p.m.
The OSM is performing L’Enfance du Christ for the first time under the direction of Kent Nagano, along with some of the most beautiful Canadian voices as well as the OSM Chorus. A great concert for the holiday season, presented in the majestic setting of Notre-Dame Basilica.
KENT NAGANO, conductor
PASCAL CHARBONNEAU, narrator
MICHÈLE LOSIER, mezzo-soprano (the Virgin Mary)
TYLER DUNCAN, baritone (Joseph)
GINO QUILICO, baritone (Herod)
ALEXANDRE SYLVESTRE, bass-baritone (Householder)
PHILIP KALMANOVITHCH, baritone (Polydorus)
ISAIAH BELL, tenor (Centurion)
OSM CHORUS
ANDREW MEGILL, OSM chorus director
Tickets and info : osm.ca or 1-888-842-9951
December 24
Christmas Eve masses
7:00 p.m., 9:30 p.m. and midnight
In addition to our traditional 9:30 pm and midnight masses, a family mass is offered at 7 pm. This mass focuses on traditional hymns, accompanied by a choir that will make you discovered different sounds from the organ.
For each of the three masses:
Tickets: adults $5.00, 17 and under $2.00. Free admission to the 2nd balcony.
You may reserve in person at 424 rue St-Sulpice from Monday to Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
December 25
Christmas masses
Masses are at 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
And Then There Was Light
www.etlalumierefut.ca
Come witness Montreal and the Basilica’s history through the city’s most stunning light and sound show. This magnificent show uses today’s most advanced multimedia techniques to highlight the Basilica’s historical, cultural, architectural and spiritual legacy…and its many outstanding works of art
« And Then There Was Light » represents the work of 150 artists and skilled technicians and uses the most advanced digital technologies as well as complex mechanics. The lighting is entirely robotized and the images, filmed in high definition, are saved on a server specially developed for this technology. Wireless headsets are available to listen to the show in English or French.
Schedule
Tuesday to Thursday – 6:30 p.m.
Friday – 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
Saturday – 7:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
Additional representations: December 27th and 28th at 5pm
There are no shows on Sundays and Mondays as well as on the following dates:
December 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 25, 26 and January 1st 2013
Admission:
Adults: $10.00
Ages 18 and under:$5.00
Ages 60 and older:$9.00
Take a seat at the organ !
December 23rd, 24th, 28th, 29th, 30th and 31st, 2pm
The large organ of Notre-Dame come alive to offer you an hour of exclusivity. With your friends, come sit at the balcony of the organ to attend the rehearsals of Pierre Grandmaison. A unique opportunity to hear our organist playing its finest pieces. Come enjoy this moment of pure happiness!
Cost: Adult: 10$, 7-17 years old: 8$
(Entrance fee included)
*A minimum of 10 people is required for the activity to take place. Maximum 90 places
GUIDED TOURS
Introduction to the history of Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, the oldest Neo-gothic building in the country. Presentation of the Basilica’s history, and its majestic carved and golden interiors.
Schedule
Every day, except December 14, 15, 26 as well as January 1 2013
Offered several times a day, in French and in English
Duration: 20 minutes
Admission:
Adults: $5.00
Ages 7 to 17: $4.00
Photos
Souvenir Photos : Parteners
Souvenir Photos : Foreign Christmas
Souvenir Photos : Star’s Christmas Trees
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