ONGAKU is a three day festival and cultural exchange celebrating some of Japan and Canada’s most exciting voices in contemporary and experimental music, happening September 20-22nd.

Come for a night of inspiration as Emmanuel Jal, former child soldier from South Sudan, turned international recording artist, activist and philanthropist, shares his experiences for social, emotional and intellectual learning.

Come and be a part of the audience for Michelle Willis' live album, featuring members of her Toronto band, a guest appearance by rock-and-roll legend David Crosby, and Toronto's own The O'Pears.

Adam Sherkin presents a re-creation of the 1957 performance of Piano Fantasy, including world premiers of his own music, commissioned especially for the occasion: a prelude, “The Music Within” and a postlude, “The Music Beyond.”