Canadian Classical

Canadian classical music is a rich tapestry woven with the diverse threads of Canada's cultural heritage, featuring composers who infuse traditional European classical forms with a distinctive North American sensibility. This genre is characterized by its innovative exploration of sounds, often inspired by the country's vast geography, from the rugged Atlantic shores to the expansive Arctic tundra. Pioneers like Alcides Lanza push the boundaries of electronic and experimental sounds, while others such as Ann Southam bring a minimalist yet emotionally resonant approach. Composers like Claude Vivier incorporate global influences into their compositions, reflecting Canada's multicultural society. Meanwhile, Howard Shore, famous for his film scores, adds a sense of cinematic grandeur to the genre. Canadian classical music is eclectic and progressive, continually evolving as it captures the nation's complex identity and natural landscapes.

Latest Follows

Latest Canadian Classical Release
Top Artists Spotify Logo
Howard Shore
La Pietà
Bramwell Tovey
Eleanor Daley
Mario Bernardi
National Arts Centre Orchestra
Top Playlists
The Sound of 21st Century Classical 3 Canadian Classical artists
The Sound of Canadian Soundtrack 2 Canadian Classical artists
Holy Shit - An Incredibly Epic Playlist | Music Scores and Soundtracks | Position Music Collab 1 Canadian Classical artist
The Sound of Peruvian Experimental 1 Canadian Classical artist
The Sound of Cambridge Choir 1 Canadian Classical artist
The Sound of African-American Classical 1 Canadian Classical artist

RecentMusic users are tracking 33 Canadian Classical artists for new releases, and have access to the full timeline of 465 releases

Join them and feed your new music addiction, and add the Canadian Classical artists you love!

Get Started Browse Arists
  1. January 28, 2026
  2. January 15
  3. November 18, 2025
  4. November 14
  5. November 7
  6. November 5
  7. October 24
  8. October 23
  9. October 11
  10. October 9
  11. September 25
  12. August 12
  13. July 11
  14. July 11
  15. July 11
  16. July 3
  17. June 27
  18. June 27
  19. June 6
  20. May 30
  21. May 28
  22. April 18
  23. April 11
  24. March 28
  25. March 21
  26. February 28
  27. February 28
  28. February 21
  29. February 7
  30. February 6
  31. January 24
  32. January 24
  33. January 17
  34. December 15, 2024
  35. November 22
  36. November 15
  37. November 15
  38. November 15
  39. November 8
  40. October 18
  1. January 28, 2026
  2. January 15
  3. November 18, 2025
  4. November 14
  5. November 7
  6. October 11
  7. August 12
  8. July 11
  9. July 11
  10. July 3
  11. May 30
  12. April 18
  13. March 28
  14. March 21
  15. February 21
  16. February 6
  17. January 24
  18. January 24
  19. January 17
  20. December 15, 2024
  1. November 5, 2025
  2. October 24
  3. October 23
  4. October 9
  5. September 25
  6. July 11
  7. June 27
  8. June 27
  9. June 6
  10. May 28
  11. April 11
  12. February 28
  13. February 28
  14. February 7
  15. November 15, 2024
  16. October 18
  17. October 18
  18. October 18
  19. September 13
  20. August 13