Canton Federation of Musician's Concert Series hosted by Stark Parks
Enjoy live music from professional local musicians at cozy indoor locations in Stark Parks this winter and spring. Each performance is free and will last approximately one hour. Performances begin at 2 p.m.
Dates and Performing Groups:
Dec. 20, 2026, Silver & Strings Trio
Tam O’Shanter Clubhouse, 2 p.m.
The Silver & Strings Trio (Flute, Cello, and Piano) will perform a variety of holiday selections and other pieces.
The Silver & Strings Trio offers the highest quality and professionalism for weddings and special events. As the original ensemble of it kind in NE Ohio, the Silver & Strings Trio provides live music featuring classical, popular, and jazz arrangements for flute, cello, and piano. This small ensemble play acoustically in a small area, or can fill a large venue with our own amplification.
The trio is made up of Flutist, Robin Tryon, 'Cellist Dr. Elaine Anderson, and Pianist, Brent Schloneger. Percussionist, Rich Moore will assist the trio for this performance.
Jan. 17, 2027, Violin and Percussion Duo, Emily Cornelius and Ross Karre
Exploration Gateway, 2 p.m.
Listen to the expressive sounds of Emily Cornelius on violin and Ross Karre on percussion as they blend contemporary classical works with experimental sounds.
Cornelius & Karre unite the soaring lyricism of the violin and the dynamic versatility of percussion to create performances that are adventurous, visceral, and unforgettable. Breaking free from traditional orchestral roles—where the violin leads from the front and percussion anchors from the back—the duo crafts programs that are intimate, electrifying, and filled with curiosity. Cornelius and Karre began collaborating as students at Oberlin Conservatory. Today, they bring two decades of experience and an ever-growing repertoire to audiences of all ages.
Feb. 14, 2027, Camarada Brass Quintet
Tam O’Shanter Clubhouse, 2 p.m.
The Camarada Brass Quintet from Massillon will perform selections with love-themed Valentine's Day Date arrangements for trumpets, trombone, tuba, and French horn.
The Camarada Brass Quintet was first organized in 1970 to promote the performance of Brass Quintet music in Stark County. During the early 1980’s the CBQ was reorganized and again began performing at local churches. The current Camarada Brass Quintet regularly performs for weddings, festivals, Octoberfests, social gatherings, and worship services throughout Stark County. All the members of The Camarada Brass Quintet are professional musicians who have performed with the Tuscarawas Philharmonic Orchestra, Canton Concert Band, Stark County Fair Band, Canton Players Guild, The John Trapani Big Band, high school musical productions, and many other musical venues.
March 7, 2027, NEO 5 Brass Quintet
Exploration Gateway, 2 p.m.
The NEO 5 Brass Quintet brings years of professional playing featured through styles including classical and jazz music.
April 11, 2027, Azure Strings
Quail Hollow Park, Stewart Manor House, 2 p.m.
Azure Strings will fill the Stewart Manor House Library with their wide repertoire of arrangements as spring blooms around Quail Hollow Park.
Azure strings is a music ensemble based in Northeast Ohio that creates exceptional music for private and professional clients. The group was founded in 2010 by local Canton violinist Mary Bontrager. The group has delivered customized professional music for a variety of events and venues. The members of Azure Strings are highly skilled musicians whose competence is apparent at each performance.