Concordo is a collection of professional musicians who work well together, strive for the highest standards, and work in a friendly, amiable way. Whether it’s a flexibly-sized group of musicians comfortable and adept in accompanying choirs and voices, a Baroque or modern chamber ensemble known for presenting engaging and entertaining concert programmes, or an elegant ensemble to add that special something to a wedding celebration or corporate function, Concordo offers exceptional instrumental artistry.
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“The ensemble Concordo is the answer to any of your professional musical needs; it is a flexible orchestral ensemble for hire, performing any kind of music from Baroque to modern, to provide accompaniment for choirs, or soloists, or instrumentalists, and musicians for any occasion (church, weddings, corporate or special events, concerts, etc). Their combined performance experience, scholarship, and talent should make them your first choice. Versatile, dedicated, creative, and above all, friendly! Highly recommended!”
— Frank Nakashima, singer, musician, concert presenter,
President of the Toronto Early Music Centre
“This stellar quartet featured Sheila Smyth and Valerie Sylvester on baroque violins…The tightly synchronized violins relished the sumptuous harmonies in this work…This group exhibited dynamic musical chemistry playing together with a light and lively sense of expression.”
— Waterloo Region Record
“Concordo is a unique ensemble of professional musicians dedicated to collaborating with singers. Bringing together highly skilled musicians, under the keen leadership of concertmaster Valerie Sylvester, Concordo does not merely accompany…they perform…with the same zeal, artistry and professionalism one expects from one’s own choral ensemble.
Sensitivity to the human voice and flexible, polished playing is their hallmark.”
— Robert Cooper, CM
artistic director Chorus Niagara, Orpheus Choir of Toronto
On concertmaster Valerie Sylvester:
“For several years now, Valerie has performed as lead violin for Opera York and also has put together a first-rate string section for every production. These musicians work well together and are a joy to collaborate with.”
— Philip Trow, Producer and General Manager, Opera York
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