St. Ninian's Cathedral Concert Series

11/20/2025

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Join us for an evening of beautiful music, community spirit, and Christmas joy at St. Ninian Cathedral!

Featuring:
St. Ninian’s Cathedral Choir, Antigonish Choral Ensemble, John Pellerine, Mary Beth Carty, Heather MacIsaac and Emery van de Wiel.

All proceeds will support two incredible local organizations that help welcome newcomer families and offer them safety, support, and a fresh start:

S.A.F.E. – Settlement in Antigonish for Families from Everywhere
C.A.R.E. – Canadians Accepting Refugees Everywhere

Your donation, no matter the size, becomes part of a much bigger gift: a sense of belonging, hope, and home for families who have journeyed far to rebuild their lives.

Date: Saturday, December 13th, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: St. Ninian Cathedral, Antigonish
Admission by Donation (all proceeds go directly to S.A.F.E. & C.A.R.E.)

Come celebrate the season through music, compassion, and community.
All are welcome—bring friends and family!

Antigonish Choral Society

06/10/2025

You’re invited to an evening of music, culture, and heritage!

Saint Ninian Parish Foundation proudly presents: Airs for Above, happening Sunday, July 7th, at the beautiful and historic St. Ninian’s Cathedral.

Come and enjoy a performance featuring the St. Ninian’s Cathedral Choir, the traditional sounds of Mary Beth Carty, John Pellerin, Heather MacIsaac and Emery van de Wiel. The music of the Clan Thompson Pipe Band, and the energy of the Grant School of Highland Dance.

Special guest artists include the Rose Trio: Amy Hendricks, Hayley MacLeod, and Rebecca Wild.

All proceeds from this concert will support the painted ceilings restoration in this cherished landmark.

Artistic direction by Emery van de Wiel.

Don’t miss this celebration of music and tradition in the heart of our community.
Admission by donation.

Airs for Above, July 7th, at St. Ninian’s Cathedral.
Mark the date and help preserve history!

11/18/2024

🎶✨ Join us for the Annual Christmas Concert at St. Ninian's Cathedral! 🎄

Experience the magic of the season with the St. Ninian's Cathedral choir, alongside the Antigonish Choral Ensemble, directed by Janice Alcorn. This year’s concert promises to be an enchanting evening filled with beautiful, traditional, and emotional choral music that will uplift your spirits.

We’re thrilled to also feature performances by Mary Beth Carty, John Pellerine, and Heather MacIsaac. As well this year we will be joined by members of Antigonish's own Rose trio, and the woman’s vocal group AdHoctet.

Artistic Director, Emery van de Wiel

📅 Date: December 14th
📍 Location: St. Ninian's Cathedral, Antigonish
Admission by donation (suggested $20)

Come share in the beauty of the season with us!

07/31/2024

Amazing Concert at St. Paul's Anglican Church August 10th

07/08/2024

Excited to see you all tonight! Concert starts at 7pm.

Tonight we celebrate the Cathedral's 150th and our heritage as Antigonish welcomes the 159th Highland Games.

The Cathedral is beautifully decorated for tonight’s concert “Tigh Dhe.” Starting at 7pm.

See you soon!

06/14/2024

Join us for an evening of music on Monday the 8th of July for our next concert, Tigh Dhe.
Featuring:
Saint Ninian Choir
Celtic Ladies - Anne Holton, Jodie Alcorn, Brenna Conrad
Grant School of Highland Dance
Mary Beth Carty, John Pellerin, Heather MacIsaac
Artistic Director: Emery van de Wiel

We are thrilled that this year marks the 150th anniversary of St. Ninian Cathedral within our community. The Saint Ninian Parish Foundation is dedicated to ensuring the preservation of this historical monument for the next 150 years. Your support is key to safeguard our shared heritage for generations to come.

Admission by donation
(suggested $20)

12/16/2023

12/12/2023

Songs of Joy and Peace on Earth

Join us on December 16th at 7:00 in Saint Ninians cathedral, which this year turns 150!

Celebrate art in our community as we celebrate Christmas and the beautiful music it has to offer.

Saint Ninian Choir
- conducted by Emery van de Wiel

Antigonish Choral Ensemble
- conducted by Janice Alcorn

Mary Beth Carty, Heather MacIsaac, John Pellerin

Admission by donation, with a suggested $20

11/28/2023

We are proud to announce that our Saint Ninian Choir will be coming together with the Antigonish Choral Ensemble and Nova Brass once again for a night of Christmas music. This year's theme is "Songs of joy & Peace on Earth."

Hope to see everyone on Saturday, December 16th at 7pm!

03/13/2023

The Sounds of the Cathedral Tonight. Amazing concert at 8!