As a musician’s instrumental proficiency develops, so too does their artistic taste and temperament. Each ANAM musician’s recital is a snapshot in time – simultaneously summarising their year of training and revealing glimpses of their future selves. What music excites them? What do they want to communicate? Hear what the next generation of virtuosi have to say, and how, in the 2025 ANAM Recital series.

MAFS – Music At First Sight

“Paired together by expert matchmakers, the contestant and his cello must overcome a series of challenges designed by the judges to push the boundaries of their relationship and explore the depths of their true compatibility.

Will the strength of their bond triumph over all adversity? Or will there be a messy break-up recorded in front of a live audience for all posterity? Tune in to MAFS at the Abbotsford Convent at 3:30pm on July 31st!” — Ariel Volovelsky