After last weekend’s sugar rush (how many Easter eggs did you eat?), this weekend, consider some relaxing, moving music.  Or browse a market that is new-to-you.  Plus, there are two uplifiting art exhibitions opening this weekend, giving you a full cultural medley to make your weekend great.

Music

Mini Pop Kids | Saturday

The official Mini Pop Kids perform all their hits in a matinee performance at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.  One for all the family.

The Organ Concert | Saturday

The famous Davis Concert Organ will be featured in Samy Moussa’s elegant tone poem and Guilmant’s lively symphony.

Fever | Saturday & Sunday

Discover the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons at Pioneers Cabin under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Mozart’s Requiem | Sunday

Join the University Symphony Orchestra, Concert Choir & Madrigal Singers, and soloists, for a tour-de-force performance of Mozart’s Requiem.

Sarah Hagen Perform the Goldberg Variations | Sunday

Canadian pianist Sarah Hagen takes on the Goldberg Variations by Bach at The Arden Theatre.  Cherished by many, the Goldberg Variations are emblematic of keyboard virtuosity, rich expression and hardcore classical interpretation.

Windborne | Sunday

“The most exciting vocal group in a generation,” Windborne’s captivating show draws on the singers’ deep roots in traditions of vocal harmony, while the absolute uniqueness of their artistic approach brings old songs into the present.

Markets

The Original Edmonton Witches Market | Saturday & Sunday

The Original Edmonton Witches Market brings together talented, local artists from the Edmonton who believe in an alternative life style.

Crafters to the Rafters Spring Handmade Market | Saturday & Sunday

Heritage Park, Stony Plain–a seasonal event featuring two days of hand-crafted gifts and goodies by local artists and artisans.

Art Exhibition Openings

Valley Reflections | Opening Saturday

Join Bugera in welcoming Jim Davies to the gallery on Saturday, April 6 from 1:00-3:00 pm. Refreshments will be served. Jim Davies has been a prominent figure in the Edmonton art scene for decades.

Creating Beauty: A Watercolour Exhibit | Opening Saturday

Exhibiting artworks created by a group of 11 emerging artists, alumni of the University of Alberta Faculty of Extension Visual Arts certificate Program, who studied the Introductory Watercolour Technique course with curator Amy Loewan.

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There is a lot more happening in Edmonton this weekend.  Check our Event Listings for more!