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  • A symphony is onstage at a concert hall. The seats in the hall are empty.

    Medici.tv

    Streaming video of classical music concerts, operas and ballets, both live and on demand.

  • Aerial view showing the backs of violinists in an orchestra, as well as their stands and sheet music. The violinists are all dressed in black.

    Naxos Music Library

    Listen to great music spanning medieval to modern - classical, jazz, electronic, world music, etc. and find expert educational content.

  • A singer is holding a microphone to their mouth. The background is dark and poorly lit, so only a vague outline of people can be made out.

    Naxos Music Library - Jazz

    Listen to a comprehensive collection of jazz legends and contemporary jazz. Includes labels such as Blue Note, EMI, Warner Jazz and Fantasy Jazz.

  • Three drum sticks are hitting a drum. The drum sticks are being held by the hands of different people sitting around the drum.

    Naxos Music Library ? World

    Listen to traditional and contemporary world music from 32,000 artists from 150 countries. Includes the complete ARC and Smithsonian Folkways catalogues.

  • A person wearing a headscarf is smiling while looking at their phone in a library branch.

    Hoopla

    Current and popular albums you can borrow and download or stream online.

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Services

Upcoming programs

  • Sarah Slean: Songs for Joni

    Mon Jun 17, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Location: Toronto Reference Library

    In this very special and intimate pre-show concert event, award winning singer/songwriter Sarah Slean performs a selection of songs from the Joni Mitchell songbook. Signed to Atlantic/Warner Records at the tender a...

  • Swallowing Clouds: creative arts program

    3:45 pm - 5:45 pm on recurring dates listed below
    Location: Leaside

    For ages 9-12. Using improv, music, storytelling, arts & crafts, and movement, we'll create our own work of creative-movement theatre. Working with professional dancers, musicians and authors, workshop participants...

    Upcoming Dates:

    • Tue Jun 18
    • Tue Jun 25

  • Chinese Music Ensemble - Performance in Fairview Theatre

    Wed Jun 19, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Location: Fairview

    Join us for a concert in the Fairview Library Theatre to celebrate Asian Heritage Month! Performed by the Chinese Music Ensemble with the highest calibre of professional musicians including Pingxin Xu, combining br...

  • Moving Stories: art-based movement class for older adults

    10:00 am - 11:30 am on recurring dates listed below
    Location: Leaside

    Tiger princess dance projects, a non-profit contemporary dance company, brings you a free custom designed arts-based movement class for older adults. Join Artistic Director Yvonne Ng and her team of professional art...

    Upcoming Dates:

    • Fri Jun 21

  • Gayageum Concert with Roa (HyunYoung) Lee

    Sat Jun 22, 2024 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Location: Yorkville

    Join us for a Gayageum concert with Roa (HyunYoung) Lee, a composer, arranger, and Gayageum musician from Korea. The Gayageum is a traditional Korean zither-like string instrument. Roa studied music in Korea and T...

  • Open Mic at the Library! (Music, Poetry & Storytelling)

    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
    Location: Toronto Reference Library

    Are you a musician, poet, or storyteller? If so, then you are invited to share your talents at the Toronto Reference Library Open Mic! Please note: stand-up comedy is no longer featured at this event. G...

    Upcoming Dates:

    • Fri Jun 28
    • Fri Jul 26
    • Fri Aug 30
    • Fri Sep 20

  • Music & Puppets with The Rainbow Beat

    Tue Jul 02, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Location: Agincourt

    Join the Rainbow Beat for a fun blend of music and puppetry. Meet different puppets who will be introduced between songs. Everyone will be invited to join the fun and learn to use their body to make puppets and have fun with...

  • Cuban & Brazilian Drumming

    Tue Jul 09, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Location: Annette Street

    A lively drumming program highlighting two of the most influential countries in world music, Cuba and Brazil, both culturally rich in rhythms and songs. Experience the exciting music of traditional cultural events like Carniv...

  • Summer Concerts Series: Silk and Bamboo

    Thu Jul 11, 2024 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Location: Toronto Reference Library

    Experience the beauty of Silk and Bamboo, a Chinese folk musical tradition that has thrived along the Yangtze River since the Ming dynasty. This inspiring tea house improvisation music will delight audiences and rejuvenate yo...

  • Caribbean Storytime with Yolanda T. Marshall

    Thu Jul 11, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Location: Gerrard/Ashdale

    Let's get moving! Join Guyanese-born Canadian author Yolanda T. Marshall for a lively, interactive storytelling program as she reads from her Caribbean-inspired picture books followed by Soca music. Yolanda T. Marshall is the...

  • African Drumming and Songs

    Fri Jul 12, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Location: Brentwood

    Discover and learn to play the African drumming beat, particularly Kpanlogo Dance music, and enjoy singing songs in English and the African languages of Twi and Ga which go along with each drumming style. For chil...

  • Stories to Honour The Wisdom of Indigenous Plant Knowledge

    Sat Jul 13, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Location: Albert Campbell

    Join Indigenous storyteller Jim Adams as he shares stories about Indigenous plant knowledge and how the retelling of these stories is helping to heal Indigenous people living on Turtle Island. Drop-in, no registrat...

  • Music Monday

    Mon Jul 15, 2024 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Location: Parliament Street

    Ever wanted to try playing an instrument, but not sure where to start? Come to the Parliament Street Youth Hub and test out our instruments! Age 13 - 17. Drop-in, no registration required. If you identi...

  • Sing-A-Long with Julie

    Tue Jul 16, 2024 11:00 am - 11:45 am
    Location: S. Walter Stewart

    Sing-a-long with Julie and her guitar in a fun, friendly music session for toddlers and young children. Children can play simple instruments and sing along to classic and modern kids' songs. For kids ages 0-5. Sp...

  • Summer Concerts Series: Music of Newfoundland

    Thu Jul 25, 2024 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Location: Toronto Reference Library

    John was born and raised in St. John?s, Newfoundland and was a regular performer at various festivals and events throughout Atlantic Canada. John performed at the Mariposa Folk Festival, the Flying Cloud, Tranzac, Oscars and...

  • Cuban and Brazilian Drumming

    Thu Jul 25, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Location: New Toronto

    A lively drumming program highlighting two of the most influential conuntries in world music, Cuba and Brazil, both culturally rich in rhythms and songs. Workshop let by professiona drummer and percussionist, Joaquin Hidalgo...

  • Chris Torti and the Rainbow Beat

    Sat Jul 27, 2024 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
    Location: North York Central Library

    Join the Rainbow Beat for a fun blend of music and puppetry. Everyone will be invited to join the fun and learn to use their body to make puppets and have fun with their imagination! For kids ages 0-8. Drop-in. No...

  • Music & Puppets with The Rainbow Beat

    Mon Jul 29, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Location: Swansea Memorial

    The Rainbow Beat has been spreading joy across Canada for the past 17 years and delivers a fun and imaginative program for families to enjoy together. Their presentation includes a blend of music, movement & puppetry and you...

  • Rainbow Beat Puppet Show

    Tue Jul 30, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Location: Port Union

    Calling all little stars and Puppet enthusiasts! Join the Rainbow Beat for a fun blend of music and puppetry. The show is filled with beloved children's songs and interactive fun! Let your child's imagination soar as they s...

  • Cuban & Brazilian Drumming

    Wed Jul 31, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Location: Albion

    Join us for a lively drumming program highlighting two of the most influential countries in world music, Cuba and Brazil, both culturally rich in rhythms and songs. Experience the traditional cultural events like Carnival and...

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