Chan Ka Nin Tickets

Chan Ka Nin is a celebrated composer and performer whose career blends expansive classical training with contemporary storytelling. Born in Hong Kong on December 3, 1949, he moved to Vancouver in 1965 and later became a long‑standing faculty member at the University of Toronto starting in 1982. A two‑time Juno Award winner for Best Classical Composition, Chan Ka Nin is known for daring works that bridge cultures and genres. His contributions to opera, choral, and orchestral music have earned critical acclaim and wide audiences across Canada and beyond.

From opera to concert works, Chan Ka Nin’s pieces often reflect his transcontinental life and commitment to storytelling through music. His legacy continues to grow as he premieres new works and performs around the world, including upcoming events in Asia and Europe in 2025.

Key highlights in Chan Ka Nin’s career include the opera Iron Road (2001), which earned the Dora Mavor Moore Award recognition, and the acclaimed Dragon’s Tale presented at Luminato in 2023. His discography features notable recordings such as Majestic Flair (2005, CBC Records) and Legacy (2012, Centrediscs / Elektra Women’s Choir). In 2025, audiences can look forward to the world premiere of Once… for the Daegeum at the Asian Heritage Month Concert in Toronto (May 8, 2025, Innis Town Hall), a Hong Kong concert with the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong on April 30, 2025, and multiple Italian performances in November 2025 with Luisa Sello and the PSQ. For the latest updates, follow Chan Ka Nin’s official site and trusted arts organizations.

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