CISMF: Music Festival
A standing ovation is always in order for the 1,500+ students and educators who take to the Roy Thomson Hall stage each spring for this non-competitive celebration of music.
The annual festival, running for almost four decades, features choirs and bands — jazz, symphonic, concert and more — all culminating in a mass finale with a well-known guest conductor. Schools pick the choristers, while musicians audition and then collaborate in advance, over the course of several rigorous rehearsal days.
It’s no wonder close friendships are built over the course of an intense, inclusive and joyous musical experience. This unique program sets the standard Canada-wide, with music coordinators from across the country visiting to take notes about the beautiful music that’s created.
Sandi Chasson
CISMF Coordinator
schasson@cisontario.ca
CISMF 2027 Our 40th Anniversary Concert!
Save the date for CISMF 2027! Our 40th Anniversary Concert is on Saturday, April 3, 2027 at Roy Thomson Hall.
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CISMF 2026
CISMF returned to Roy Thomson Hall on Saturday, April 18, 2026, with over 1600 student musicians from 38 of our member schools — what an incredible day! It was the first time we held 2 shows and both the Junior/Middle Concert and the Senior Concert were fantastic. Congratulations to the student musicians, CISMF organizers, conductors, teachers, and everyone working behind the scenes. This event is a true testament to the energy, talent, dedication, and meticulous planning it takes to bring such a memorable experience to life.
This magnificent, one-of-a-kind celebration is the pinnacle of music education. The common goal is to make music.
CISMF Program Archive
Visit read.cisontario.ca to view past CISMF digitized programs.
Review the CIS Ontario Event Terms and Conditions. For additional information, please contact Jeremy Barr, Event Manager at jbarr@cisontario.ca.