2011 Program
Pre-program: From 23 to 28 August
The 13th presentation of the Québec City International Festival of Military Bands will be held from August 23 to 28, 2011 . The detailed program will be available in July 2011.
August 23 & 24: The Grand Concerts
Come discover the rich repertoire of military music and appreciate the talent of these military music elite musicians. A spell blinding experience for all! In 2010, Bands from Germany, France, Brazil, Russia and Canada will offer exceptional performance in Québec City and Montreal.
August 24 : Welcoming Ceremony
Close to 800 military musicians take part in this brilliant and spectacular ceremonial event to launch the 12th annual edition of the Festival!
On Place George V, 5 p.m. FREE
August 25, 26 & 27 : Québec City Military TATTOO
The remarkable Quebec City Military Tattoo is presented at the Pepsi Coliseum, near Quebec City downtown. The show is a whirling kaleidoscope of music and display, featuring 800 musicians in a stunning mix of music and spectacular choreography. The drums and pipes, the drill teams and the Massed Band performances are guaranteed to captivate spectators. Every year is a new colourful show welcoming about 6 different countries.
Tickets reservation avaialble November 15, 2010 (+)
August 27 : Festival Parade
Bands will march in time as they perform military marches and other works. The audience lining the route will enjoy this magnificent, impressive and dignified performance of military music.
On Grande-Allée Street, 2 p.m. FREE
August 27 & 28 : Family Days
Come enjoy the outdoors! Live music and entertainment are in store for you here! Music lovers, young and old, are invited to come and discover military music during two special days devoted to families. Parents and children can enjoy their picnics while free concerts and theatrical pieces are performed.
On Place George V, from 11 a.m. FREE
From August 24 to 28 : Outdoor free popular concerts
The popular concerts invite you to walk on the most beautiful scenes of Old Québec to the sounds of military music. All the family is invited to take advantage of this feast for eyes and ears. The entire programming is available on the web site.
Old Quebec, various sites. FREE
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