AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEurovision Door Opens: Canada has confirmed it will join Eurovision in 2027 after becoming a full EBU member, with the act to be announced later this year. Montreal Music Retail Loss: Steve’s Music Store will close its last Sainte-Catherine Street storefront after more than 60 years, ending a long-running hub for instruments and music lovers. Tour News (Big Name): Joe Jackson has announced Australia and New Zealand dates for January–February 2027, with tickets going on sale July 13. Quebec Culture Abroad: Seoul’s Baekje Museum will host the free world music concert “Ecliptique” on July 11, featuring Quebec ensembles Oktoecho and E27 Musiques Nouvelles. Local Live Arts (Kelowna): The Rotary Centre for the Arts unveiled its 2026/27 season lineup, including Maple Reserve and Great Big Sea co-founder Sean McCann. Community Music Moment: Montréal’s Egyptian Heritage Month celebrations included live performances by Toronto singer Majed Zarif and Egyptian vocalist Wissam Qamar. Festival Watch: Montréal’s Montréal Complètement Cirque runs through July 12 with indoor shows and free outdoor programming.
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