
The second instalment of the Fresh Blood Project is coming. On November 13, 2021, at 7:30pm, join us at Crescent Fort Rouge United Church (or online) for an evening of percussion music. Facebook event here so you don't miss any important updates.
THE PROJECT
Fresh Blood Project 2 is a collaborative initiative between composers and percussionists, culminating in a concert of percussion music. Four new pieces for marimba and vibraphone quartet will be premiered alongside a collection of classical pieces arranged for the ensemble.
The Fresh Blood Project began in 2019 with a showcase concert of new works for percussion. A group of amazing performers worked directly with a group of composers to prepare and premiere their music. After a successful Halloween concert of all new music, the Fresh Blood Project continued in the form of smaller developments, such as a new solo work premiered in a program of existing music. Our hope is to be able to continue the Fresh Blood Project as an ongoing initiative, with annual concerts in the fall. With your support, we can make that happen!
Visit our fundraiser here to make a donation to support artist fees and keep the project alive.
THE PROJECT
Fresh Blood Project 2 is a collaborative initiative between composers and percussionists, culminating in a concert of percussion music. Four new pieces for marimba and vibraphone quartet will be premiered alongside a collection of classical pieces arranged for the ensemble.
The Fresh Blood Project began in 2019 with a showcase concert of new works for percussion. A group of amazing performers worked directly with a group of composers to prepare and premiere their music. After a successful Halloween concert of all new music, the Fresh Blood Project continued in the form of smaller developments, such as a new solo work premiered in a program of existing music. Our hope is to be able to continue the Fresh Blood Project as an ongoing initiative, with annual concerts in the fall. With your support, we can make that happen!
Visit our fundraiser here to make a donation to support artist fees and keep the project alive.

THE PEOPLE
Steph Davis, Qianqian Jin, Kiara Nathaniel, and Rebeka Schroeder will have their music premiered at the concert. They will be working directly with Caroline Bucher, Cameron Denby, Elishia Ratel, and Sage Stoyanowski to prepare and perform the music.
Fresh Blood Project 2 is a Groundfloor Concert, sponsored by Groundswell Inc.
Since 1991, GroundSwell’s Artistic Directorate has been delighting and challenging its audiences with an eclectic combination of all that is good about new music. GroundSwell is dedicated to presenting contemporary music, featuring everything from inspiring interpretations of 20th-century classics to exciting fusions of visual art, theatre, dance, and the written word.
In its 2018-19 season, GroundSwell launched its House Concerts initiative. By providing modest sponsorships, including financial and marketing support, GroundSwell helped entrepreneurial composers and performers create four unique concert events. GroundSwell invites new music impresarios of all stripes to get involved in GroundFloor Concerts. Learn more about Groundswell here.
This project is generously supported by Marimba One™. Cameron Denby and Steph Davis are Marimba One™ Discovery Arists, and are grateful for the continuing support in partnership with the makers of the finest percussion keyboards and mallets.
If you are interested in supporting Fresh Blood Project 2, go here.
Steph Davis, Qianqian Jin, Kiara Nathaniel, and Rebeka Schroeder will have their music premiered at the concert. They will be working directly with Caroline Bucher, Cameron Denby, Elishia Ratel, and Sage Stoyanowski to prepare and perform the music.
Fresh Blood Project 2 is a Groundfloor Concert, sponsored by Groundswell Inc.
Since 1991, GroundSwell’s Artistic Directorate has been delighting and challenging its audiences with an eclectic combination of all that is good about new music. GroundSwell is dedicated to presenting contemporary music, featuring everything from inspiring interpretations of 20th-century classics to exciting fusions of visual art, theatre, dance, and the written word.
In its 2018-19 season, GroundSwell launched its House Concerts initiative. By providing modest sponsorships, including financial and marketing support, GroundSwell helped entrepreneurial composers and performers create four unique concert events. GroundSwell invites new music impresarios of all stripes to get involved in GroundFloor Concerts. Learn more about Groundswell here.
This project is generously supported by Marimba One™. Cameron Denby and Steph Davis are Marimba One™ Discovery Arists, and are grateful for the continuing support in partnership with the makers of the finest percussion keyboards and mallets.
If you are interested in supporting Fresh Blood Project 2, go here.