ProArts Noon Concert Series

Harmony Guzheng Ensemble
Wed. June 17 (doors open at 11:30)
ProArts is non-profit. Donations at the door are appreciated.

With a history spanning over two millennia, Guzheng, a traditional Chinese plucked string instrument has evolved from its ancient seven-string form to the modern 21-string version. Rooted in the pentatonic scale, the Guzheng can produce a vast range of melodies through the player’s nuanced control of string tension, transcending time and cultural boundaries.

Founded and led by experienced Guzheng instructor Shirley Wong, the Harmony Guzheng Ensemble has been actively promoting Guzheng art in community cultural activities since its establishment in 2008.

The concert program features a diverse selection of traditional folk music and modern innovative works, showcasing the Guzheng’s remarkable artistic expressiveness.

This concert is generously sponsored by: Scarboro Foundation

Michael McHugh, Harpsichord
Wed. June 10 (doors open at 11:30)
ProArts is non-profit. Donations at the door are appreciated.

With virtuosic brilliance, emotional depth, and exquisite attention to nuance, harpsichordist Michael McHugh presents a noon hour concert of Baroque repertoire featuring works by J.S. Bach, W.F. Bach, Royer, Girolamo Frescobaldi, and Louis Couperin.

Michael McHugh is a Canadian harpsichordist and composer specializing in historically informed performance. An active member of Calgary’s early music community, Michael performs as both a soloist and continuo player. He has collaborated with ensembles and organizations including Early Music Voices, String Theory Music Collective, Calgary Civic Symphony, and Chamber Muse Historical Music Society of Calgary.

This concert is the second in a Series of Four “Emerging Artists Concerts” during 2026 that is generously sponsored by:

Drs. Harry and Martha Cohen Memorial Fund
Jewish Community Foundation of Calgary