National Music Centre | Centre National de Musique

Amplifying the love, sharing, and understanding of music in Canada 🎶 Located at #StudioBell in Calgary's @eastvillageyyc.

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Only a few tickets remain for the next installment of Liner Notes: Inside the Rolling Stones Mobile Studio on July 5 — and they won't last. 🎸

Experience cult favourite Fleetwood Mac's ‘Mystery to Me’ as it was recorded through the RSM. Recorded during a period of internal change and creative transition, the album marks several closing chapters at once. The result is an understated, atmospheric album with standout tracks like "Hypnotized" and "Emerald Eyes" that rewards every close listen.

If you can’t make it to the tour on July 5, the next ‘Mystery to Me’ tours happen on Nov. 1 and Mar. 7.

🔗 Plan your visit at https://t.co/x88QjBNVr1 and check out all the tour dates.

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National Music Centre (NMC) has been nominated for two 2026 Western Canadian Music Awards (@BreakOutWest): Impact in Artist Development and Impact in Music Marketing.

As we celebrate our 10th anniversary this year, this recognition feels especially meaningful. Over the past decade, NMC has supported over 500 artists through development and residency programs, fuelling their creativity by giving them access to our historic “living collection” of instruments and world-class recording studios.

We're honoured to be recognized for work that has been at the heart of NMC for the last 10 years. And being nominated for Music Marketing is the icing on the birthday cake – because if there's one thing we love as much as supporting Canadian artists, it's telling the world about them.

Thank you to the Western Canadian music community for the honour – and congrats to the rest of the nominees!

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For @djshub, music has always been about transmission. Long before he understood DJ culture, he understood records as portals. For NMC Amplify, he recalls the recovery that led to his latest double-album, Heritage. Read the full story: https://t.co/Vp6Vz8Ko2O

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Last call! Still spots left for NMC's Build a Band Summer Camps for kids 9-12 years of age.

Campers will jam and learn to write original songs, tour our world-class recording studios, and cap it all off with a live performance at the end of the week. This is where first bands are formed! 🎸

Sessions run throughout July and August, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

🔗 Head to https://t.co/GHuC1ESic2 to register.

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For #BlackMusicMonth, we're spotlighting the Black innovators who’ve played a role in shaping popular music – and the instruments behind the sounds.

The Korg M1, released in 1988, helped define the early ‘90s house and dance music scene. Its piano and organ sounds were embraced by Black producers and DJs and became the backbone of #CrystalWaters' "Gypsy Woman," #RobinS's "Show Me Love," and #CeCePeniston's "Finally," transforming dance floors into spaces of joy, release, and community.

To continue celebrating the legacy of Black music, join us on June 6 for a free Black Music Month celebration, showcasing the vibrancy of Black culture in Calgary. Or book a Backstage Pass tour at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, to see the #KorgM1 in action.

🔗 Visit https://t.co/VAL5dDw1RZ to learn more.

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June is #NationalIndigenousHistoryMonth! To celebrate, the National Music Centre will reveal an updated edition of its Speak Up! exhibit on June 17. This year’s update spotlights a new group of trailblazing #Indigenousartists who have used their voices to preserve their culture and inspire the next generation.

The 2026 Speak Up! artists include:
🌟 Pioneering Nunavut throat-singing duo Tudjaat
🌟 Powerhouse vocalist and songwriter @crystalshawanda from Wiikwemkoong First Nation
🌟 Acclaimed Métis singer-songwriter, actor, and author @andreamenard from Flin Flon, Manitoba
🌟 Northern Tutchone musician Jerry Alfred, known as the hereditary “Keeper of the Songs” for his role in preserving ceremonial songs for the Crow Clan of the Selkirk First Nation
🌟 Renowned family drum group Stoney Park Singers from Mînî Thnî (Morley), Alberta

Visitors can learn about the latest 2026 additions and revisit past featured artists through artifacts and an interactive kiosk. #StudioBell will also be open with free admission on June 21 for #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay, inviting visitors to explore the Speak Up exhibit, and more at no cost.

🔗 Visit https://t.co/wKHbjtOpVG to learn more.

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Every day this week, we’ve got something fun and free happening for Seniors' Week.🎶

To keep seniors more connected to music and community, visitors 65+ get free admission to explore five floors of exhibitions and free drop-in programs at 11:00 am daily.

Here's what's on all week:
💃June 1 – Feet to the Beat
🎸June 2 – Instrument Petting Zoo
🪗June 3 – Learn to Play the Ukulele
🥁June 4 – Music Therapy with JB Music Therapy
🎹June 5 – A Musical Trip Down Memory Lane with Cornelia Boucher Sutherland

In addition to Seniors’ Week, every Wednesday at Studio Bell is free for seniors 65+ until Nov. 4 as part of Forever Young: Seniors' Wednesdays, with a new drop-in activity added each month.

Visit the front desk upon arrival to redeem your free admission.

🔗 Visit https://t.co/O9YORcaORz to learn more.

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An exciting opportunity for a leader who wants to make a lasting impact on Alberta's music ecosystem, and help build more music-friendly communities across the province. https://t.co/C9qpconjDf

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Are you ready to shape Alberta’s culture and economy? Passionate about music? Become Alberta’s Music Commissioner and drive the province’s music industry forward! Apply by June 8.
Learn more here https://t.co/RODwbbM0Op

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National Music Centre’s #BlackMusicMonth celebration is one week away, and you don't want to miss this. 🎤

Join us June 6 at #StudioBell for a free community event curated by the legendary Master T and hosted by Rebecca Bukasa, featuring live musical and spoken word performances, panel conversations, a Black Music Month Market, and family activities led by Alcove Centre for the Arts.

Voices of Canada: Black Music Month Edition is free and open to all. 🖤

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This weekend, #StudioBell, home of the #NationalMusicCentre, is all about music technology. From circuit-building to soundbaths, guests can come curious and leave inspired.

Visitors can explore:
🎛️ Saturday 11:30 am – PlayLab: Circuit Jam: A free drop-in program where kids ages 9-12 build simple circuits and experiment with synthesizers to create sound through play and experimentation.
🎛️ Sunday 11:00 am – Synth Soundbath: Korg MS-20: The first session of a new monthly series exploring the intersection of music technology and wellness. Bring a yoga mat or blanket.

Please note: Synth Soundbath is not included with admission and requires a separate ticket. Circuit Jam is free and open to all.

Head to https://t.co/VAL5dDw1RZ to plan your visit.

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Calling all artists! The Artist Entrepreneur West #AEWest program is returning to #StudioBell, home of the National Music Centre, in Calgary for its milestone 10th anniversary in 2026. 🎶

Since launching alongside the opening of Studio Bell in 2016, the coveted artist development program presented in partnership with @CMincubator and the #NationalMusicCentre, has supported over 100 emerging artists from across Western and Northern Canada, providing more than 1,500 hours of in-program and ongoing mentorship. Artists include Noeline Hofmann, Sebastian Gaskin, Josh Sahunta, and Celeigh Cardinal, among others who have gone on to earn major awards and industry recognition.

Build meaningful connections, develop industry-ready skills, and gain mentorship to navigate today’s evolving music industry. Applications close July 12 at 11:59 pm MT.

🔗 Western and Northern Canadian artists can apply now: https://t.co/JcHZVUjFkA

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We're #hiring! 🎶 The National Music Centre is seeking an experienced Accountant to join our Finance team. The ideal candidate has an accounting diploma or degree, three years of accounting experience, and a passion for the non-profit sector. Apply here: https://t.co/EQeqolUfzO

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National Music Centre is celebrating Seniors’ Week with free admission and free daily programs for visitors 65 and up. 🎶

From June 1-5, seniors can explore five floors of exhibitions at no cost, plus enjoy hands-on experiences every morning at 11:00 am.

Here's what's on all week:
💃 June 1 – Feet to the Beat
🎸 June 2 – Instrument Petting Zoo
🪗 June 3 – Learn to Play the Ukulele
🥁 June 4 – Music Therapy with JB Music Therapy
🎹 June 5 – A Musical Trip Down Memory Lane with Cornelia Boucher Sutherland

Looking for more? Every Wednesday at Studio Bell is free for seniors 65 and up as part of Forever Young: Seniors' Wednesdays, with a new drop-in activity added each month.

Visit the front desk upon arrival to redeem your free admission.

🔗 Visit https://t.co/O9YORcaORz to learn more.

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Happy birthday, #BruceCockburn! 🎂

A member of the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame (@CSHFmusic), Cockburn is one of Canada's most beloved songwriters. To mark the occasion, we're revisiting a conversation with him from 2017, where he reflected on his creative process and how the best ideas show up when you least expect them.

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🎵 Following a sold-out show at #StudioBell, home of the National Music Centre, in February, award-winning Canadian artist @duaneforrest is back on June 28. This time, he’s bringing Tenderly: The Life and Times of Nat King Cole to our stage for #BlackMusicMonth.

This intimate jazz-theatre show will blend the timeless music of Nat King Cole with deeply personal reflections, while examining how a Black artist in 1950s America navigated fame, race, and belonging to reshape cultural space through elegance, dignity, and artistry.

🔗 Get your tickets: https://t.co/vFT02sT45o

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What a way to close out Asian Heritage Month at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre.

Last Saturday, Kaminéh brought Head in the Clouds to the East Village Skybridge for a sold-out night of DJ sets rooted in South Asian sounds above the city. The energy was electric from start to finish.

Here are some of our favourite photos from the evening.

📸: Unfolding Creative Photography

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Thanks for keeping your cool with us while we work on the warmer-than-usual temperatures in our building.

To help beat the heat we're offering:
✨ 50% off general admission
🌊 Complimentary bottled water
🥤 Discounted Italian sodas from the NMC Café
🎶 10% off food and drinks at the King Eddy

Use BROKEAC when buying tickets online. 🙃

We appreciate your understanding. The issue will be resolved as soon as possible. 💛

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National Music Centre is excited to announce the appointment of current board member Steve Kane as the new Chair of our Board of Directors. A 35-year veteran of the Canadian music industry and Canadian Music and Broadcast Industry Hall of Fame inductee, Kane previously served as the President of Warner Music Canada, Senior Vice President of Universal/Island/Def Jam Canada, and Senior Vice President of Polygram Records in Canada, and we are delighted to welcome his exceptional leadership and industry expertise to this role.

We're also thrilled to welcome new board members Robert Frances, Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer for the PEAK Financial Group of companies; Patti-Anne Tarlton, Vice Chair, Live Nation Concerts Canada at Live Nation Entertainment; and Ruth Spetz, former partner in BLG's law firm in the areas of tax, trusts, estates, charities, and not-for-profits; and congratulate Jennifer Buchanan on stepping into the role of Vice-Chair.

The experience and networks of our new chair and new board members make them exactly the kind of leaders we need for our next chapter.

We extend our deepest gratitude to outgoing Chair Rob Braide for 13 years of passionate and inspired leadership, and to Karen Prentice, who are both retiring from the board.

Learn more: https://t.co/2pd2Yt1LV8

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Watch PlayLab take shape. It's a free hands-on music playground, where young visitors can pluck, strike, and experiment their way through the building blocks of music. Now open on the main level of #StudioBell, home of the #NationalMusicCentre, which is free to the public.