Emily Melendes is the new Principal Harpist of the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. Emily gives us an orientation on the realities of the instrument, as well as discussing books and dogs.

James Scott plays principal trombone in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. We discuss some of the orchestra’s history, the music of Anton Bruckner, dogs, and more.

Matt Heller plays double bass in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra and is currently the president of the Calgary Musicians Association. We discuss summer festivals, literature, travelling with a bass, and more.

Maria van der Sloot is the violinist in Land’s End Ensemble, and plays first violin in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. We discuss her musical family, contemporary music, the concert listening experience, and more.

Diana Cohen is the Concertmaster of the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. We discuss communication in the orchestra, being part of a musical family, the upcoming CPO season, and more.

Welcome to Notes from the Stage, an independent production of the Musicians of the Calgary Philharmonic. Learn what the show is about here.