ACT Presents

General: $28.00 (+ Fees)
Music That Smiles
This is a lighthearted and entertaining program filled with wit, charm, and playful surprises. The Bergmann Duo are joined by guest violinist Cameron Wilson, featuring his delightful works Hiccup di Tango and Pink Panther Variations. The program also explores humour in works by some of the great classical composers, bringing joy to life through imaginative music that is sure to leave audiences smiling.
About the Artists
The Bergmann Piano Duo’s dynamic and energetic performances of uniquely eclectic programmes have inspired audiences for more than two decades. The duo has appeared at several international festivals and performed recitals all around the world, including the United States, Italy, Canada, Germany, The Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, and beyond. They have made recordings for the CBC, for several stations of the ARD in Germany and for National Public Radio. Committed to supporting the production of new repertoire, the duo has commissioned and premiered several works by Canadian composers. Their extensive repertoire ranges from the baroque to the contemporary and includes numerous own arrangements and compositions.
Cameron Wilson is a dynamic composer and violinist based in Vancouver. He has performed with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, the CBC Radio Orchestra, and is currently a member of the National Broadcast Orchestra. He also performs regularly with Joe Trio, Van Django, and the Hard Rubber Orchestra. Cameron’s compositions and arrangements have been featured by the Vancouver, Victoria, and Charlotte Symphonies. His work for CBC includes themes for Discdrive, Gail Force, and In Performance, as well as music for the feature film Singing the Bones and the NFB documentary Citizen Sam, which earned him a Leo Award nomination.
“Piano duo extraordinaire having keyboard skills of the first order with impeccable musicianship.” —The Calgary Herald
One Act: 70 minutes