Bound for Canada: A Musical Journey from Hardship to Hope

Bound For Canada is an original orchestral suite created exclusively for Canada Ireland Foundation by renowned composer Odhrán Ó Casaide. Recorded live at the world premiere March 9, 2023 at Torontos Winter Garden Theatre. The concert brings together celebrated musical talent from Ireland and Canada, and blends classical and traditional Irish music. The music is a tribute to the resilience of Irish Famine migrants who, in 1847, embarked on their perilous journeys. The concert is also an expression of gratitude to the many selfless Canadians who provided assistance and comfort to the thousands of desperate Irish men, women and children who arrived on Canada's shores that fateful summer. View a digital version of concert's programme: https://bit.ly/BoundforCanada_programme Composed by Odhrán Ó Casaide Conducted by Rafael Luz Featuring Sibéal Ní Chasaide, featured vocalist Niamh O Hanlon, soprano Lee Harding, tenor Geoff Butler, tenor Odhrán Ó Casaide, violin Mathilde de Jenlis, violin Michael Nielsen, guitar, Maitiú Ó Casaide, uilleann pipes plus Members of Ireland's Garda Band The North York Concert Orchestra The Toronto Choral Society, Thank you to all the event sponsors for supporting the world premiere, including presenting sponsor GolfNorth Properties, the Governments of Canada and Ontario for supporting the recording and onboard broadcast, the Government of Ireland and Culture Ireland for supporting the live performance, and media sponsors The Globe & Mail and Classical 96.3FM. Visit Canada Ireland Foundation's website to see the full list of event sponsors. #irishmusic #irishincanada #irishheritage #classicalmusic #worldpremiere