Ottawa Asian Heritage Month presents "Personal Journeys" an evening of storytelling and dialogue that brings together diverse voices to share lived experiences, explore identity, and discover common ground across cultures. Through conversation, music, and art, the event encourages reflection, connection, and cross‑cultural understanding. Featured Speakers Professor Boulou Ebanda de B'Beri, University of Ottawa (Media and Cultural Studies) Ms. Tasha Simon, Senior Specialist, Indigenous Program, University of Ottawa Mr. Ron Korb, Grammy Award–nominated and Juno Award–winning flautist and composer Moderator: Professor Adrian Harewood, Carleton University, renowned retired CBC Television Ottawa news anchor

The 2026 Sakura Award is honouring visionary Bruce Kuwabara. A founding partner of KPMB Architects and one of Canada’s most celebrated architects, recognized not only for award-winning buildings, but also for his belief in architecture’s power to bring people together and shape inclusive communities. His work includes the JCCC’s building, as well as cultural landmarks like the TIFF Lightbox, Canadian Embassy in Berlin, Koerner Hall and Massey Hall renovations. Joining flutist Ron Korb onstage will Sarah Fraser Raff on violin as well as a performance from Kyowa Taiko (taiko drummers)

Experience the beauty and tradition of Illumination at the historic Sharon Temple on Friday, September 5, 2025. Gates open at 7:30 PM, and the concert begins at 8:00 PM inside the candlelit Temple, a moving tradition that dates back to 1831.

This year’s concert features: Andora Campbell is a versatile and expressive vocalist whose performance style blends classical technique with jazz, pop, and musical theatre. 
 Ron Korb is a Grammy-nominated flutist and internationally celebrated composer, known for his rich blend of classical, jazz, and world music influences. With more than 30 albums and global performances to his name, Ron’s music transports audiences and tells powerful stories without words. Learn more about him at ronkorb.com. 
 Following the concert, guests are invited to enjoy Illumination Cake and warm apple cider on the lawn (included with admission) as they take in the peaceful beauty of the museum grounds under the stars. 


By invitation only.

eventsMarion and Windrush Estates Winery presents a whimsical afternoon with Ron Korb, a 2 time Grammy nominee and flautist extraordinaire who interweaves art forms to create spellbinding music experiences.

Japanese-Canadian Grammy®Award flutist Ron Korb has travelled around the world collecting bamboo and various indigenous world flutes. He is a 2025 Grammy Nominee in Best Global Music Performance for the song “Kashira” by Masa Takumi and Best New Age Album for “Break of Dawn” by Ricky Kej. He has developed a distinctive musical persona, fluidly blending Pan-Asian, Jazz, Celtic and Latin influences acquired through a lifetime of global exploration. He has earned 5 Grammy certificates with 2 of them earned in 2023 for his work on Stewart Copeland (The Police) and Ricky Kej’s Grammy-winning album Divine Tides and Masa Takumi’s Grammy winning album for Best Global Music Album.

“Ron Korb mesmerizes his audiences with dynamic performances of beautiful original music and interesting arrangements. His work is accessible but also introduces new sounds and instruments to delighted audiences.”

Your $45 ticket includes the concert and a reception with Windrush’s international award-winning VQA wines, treats and meeting the artists. Guests under 19 or over 90 are free. Part of proceeds help empower underserved kids using the arts at youthLEADarts.com

A rich musical extravaganza with Flutist Ron Korb and his band ( Bill Evans -piano, Ray Hickey Jr. - koto & guitar, Steve Lucas - bass, Larry Crowe - drums, Xiaoqiu Lin - erhu), taiko drumming by Kyowa Taiko, traditional dance by Sakura Kai & Ayame Kai dance troupes, Solo dance artist Atsuko Abeta, koto & shamisen by Aiko Fujii, the Ganbare Children’s Choir and beautiful multimedia and special virtual guest from Tokyo - Grammy Winner Masa Takumi

Delicious Japanese bento, gourmet matcha, sakura mochi and sake will be available to enjoy prior to the performance. Feel free to enjoy viewing the blossoms and taking photos and selfies before the show.

for concert detail please visit TSO website. https://www.tso.ca/concerts-and-events/events/romantic-treasures/

for concert detail please visit TSO website. https://www.tso.ca/concerts-and-events/events/romantic-treasures/

The world renowned flutist will team with Frank Deresti, Larry Crowe, Bill Evans, Corinne Turgeon, Edward Turgeon and Algoma University Music Program students for a variety-packed evening of music by Anne Turgeon, Moe Koffman, Antonin Dvorak and more. “There’s something for everyone in this variety packed show, as Ron blends Pan-Asian, Jazz, Classical, Celtic and Latin influences acquired through a lifetime of global explorations,” said the Algoma Conservatory of Music in a news release.

For Tickets visit www.algomaconservatory.com or call 705-971-4197.

Global Music Instrumental Festival at the Safinah Ballroom

Flutist Ron Korb plays beautiful renditions of Christmas carols from around the world and his own original music. Joined by special guest Native style flutist and percussionist Patrick Therrien and guitarist Ray Hickey Jr. Tickets $25 in advance 30 at the door. To reserve tickets: morin.denyse@gmail.com https://www.diocesedesherbrooke.org/evenement/concert-de-noel-aux-flutes-enchantees-a-leglise-de-saint-francois-xavier

Magical, Merry Seasonal Music with Celtic, Latin and original music for Classical and World flutes & harps. Featuring Grammy Flutist Ron Korb, Celtic and Classical harpist Sharlene Wallace and guitarist Ray Hickey Jr.

Ron Korb's "Global Canvas" CD Release Concert and party. Featuring Ron and his full band plus some special guests. Doors open at 7pm. Ticket info TBA

79th anniversary of the Atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Guest speaker Setsuko Thurlow, Hibakusha and Nobel Peace Prize co-recipient. Flutist Ron Korb will play a short solo performance at the Peace Garden and at the end for the Paper Lantern Ceremony in the reflecting pool at City Hall.

Kimiko’s Pearl is a new ballet with original music by Kevin Lau and choreography by Yosuke Mino about the Japanese Canadian internment during WW2. Featured on the 3D immersive audio score are Ron Korb Japanese and Western flutes, Mariko Anraku Associate Principal Harpist of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra in NYC, Rachel Mercer Principal Cellist of the National Arts Centre Orchestra and and Conrad Chow violin.