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The “What” and the “Why” of Adaptive Concerts

The “What” and the “Why” of Adaptive Concerts: Adaptive Concerts are family-friendly musical events designed to meet the diverse accessibility needs of as many people as possible. Read more

Accessing The Arts – A New Study by Xenia Concerts & Canada Excellence Research Chair in Health Equity and Community Wellbeing

Xenia Concerts, in partnership with the Canada Excellence Research Chair in Health Equity and Community Wellbeing (CERC-HECW), is excited to announce the publication of their groundbreaking study, “Accessing the Arts: Accounting for Neurodiversity and Disability in Performing Arts Feedback Methods.” Read more

Xenia Concerts Welcomes New Board Members!

Xenia Concerts is delighted to announce the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors: Daniel Ashworth and Jillian Turman!​ Read more

Harpist Sanya Eng, of the PhoeNX Ensemble, teaches an audience member about the harp at a recent Xenia Concert.

Artist Training Program

We’ve got big news at Xenia Concerts. After two and a half years of piloting our Artist Training Program with over 100 artists, we are now ready to offer it to musicians around the world! We started this project for one simple reason: they don’t teach this stuff in music… Read more

Xenia Concerts Embarks on Three New Partnerships!

We are proud to announce three amazing new partnerships that expand the ways that Xenia Concerts brings exceptional performing arts experiences to our audiences, connects communities, and fosters accessibility! Read more

Xenia Concerts is seeking a new Board Member!

Xenia Concerts is excited to announce an opportunity to join our Board of Directors. We are seeking a passionate individual who shares our commitment to accessibility and the transformative power of music. Read more

Xenia Concerts on the CBC!

We talked with Natalie Harmsen about our how we’re improving and redefining accessibility, one concert at a time and creating an inclusive experience for music lovers. Read more

Welcome Danielle!

We are delighted to welcome Danielle Licorish to the Xenia Concerts team as a Summer Research Assistant. This position is made possible through a partnership between Xenia Concerts and Toronto Metropolitan University through the Canada Excellence Research Chair in Health Equity and Community Wellbeing. About Danielle Danielle Licorish is an… Read more

Xenia ASD Youth Advisory Council Final Report

We’re so pleased to be able to now present Xenia ASD Youth Advisory Council Final Report! In this report, the Xenia ASD YAC members drew on their own lived experience and knowledge to provide input on strategies and offered their valuable perspective to shape the design of the two neuro-inclusive concerts. Read more