Café Concert: CBC’s Tom Allen: A Poe Cabaret

Enjoy a relaxed and intimate morning with the Windsor Symphony Orchestra as audiences are invited to experience live music directly from the stage while enjoying complimentary coffee and tea. Narrated by acclaimed CBC broadcaster Tom Allen, the program brings together haunting storytelling and atmospheric music inspired by the works of Edgar Allan Poe, alongside evocative compositions by Debussy, Caplet, and Canadian composer Alexina Louie. The close-up concert setting offers a unique opportunity to experience the artistry and emotion of orchestral performance in an engaging and welcoming environment.

Blending music, narration, and conversation, this Café Series performance creates a memorable cultural experience that is both immersive and accessible. Whether you are a longtime classical music enthusiast or attending your first symphony performance, the concert offers an inviting way to connect with live music and storytelling in an intimate setting.