WNMF 2026
JAN 21-29

Premier Patron | Michael Nesbitt

The 35th edition features world and Canadian premieres, collaborations, and unforgettable performances across three locations.

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An explosive, breathtaking week made possible with your support!

WNMF Showcase: Launchpad

Wednesday, January 21, 2026
This concert is FREE, but tickets must be reserved. Reserve Tickets Throughout its history, the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra has played a leading role in supporting the creation of new music in Canada,...
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WNMF 1: Sunrise

Friday, January 23, 2026
The WSO is proud to present this year’s WNMF distinguished guest composer, Christopher Theofanidis. The festival opens with his celebrated orchestral work Rainbow Body, which draws inspiration from ...
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WNMF 2: Lisa Pegher: A.I. Rhythm Evolution

Saturday, January 24, 2026
Taking a timely thematic turn, WNMF follows guest percussionist Lisa Pegher to the StudioLab xR, where she presents a program that explores the relationship between music, creativity, and technology. ...
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WNMF 3: Beyond Horizons

Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Returning to our familiar concert hall, music director Daniel Raiskin leads the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra in a series of works that raise the spirit, evoking a sense of hope even in the face of grea...
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WNMF 4: CC Duo: Hyperfocused

Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Partnering with the Winnipeg Classical Guitar Society, WNMF heads for the second time to the beautiful Marcel Desautels Concert Hall to present award-winning Canadian ensemble CC Duo. In recent years,...
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WNMF 5: Theofanidis & Stafylakis: Sunset

Thursday, January 29, 2026
For this closing concert of WNMF 2026, music director Daniel Raiskin and the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra begin with two nature-inspired works. Swedish composer Jacob Mühlrad comes to Winnipeg for the...
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