Jeremy Dutcher, two-time Polaris Prize winner, returns to Symphony Nova Scotia

Halifax/K’jipuktuk, NS – On Friday, Oct. 25 and Saturday, Oct. 26, Jeremy Dutcher (he/they/nekom) will be performing with Symphony Nova Scotia for two shows at the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium, Halifax, with highlights from his most recent album Motewolonuwok, expanded to include orchestrations featuring the immensely talented Symphony Nova Scotia musicians.

Jeremy last performed with the orchestra in Oct. 2019 after his first Polaris Prize win.

I’m so excited to return to Mi’kma’ki and share songs from Wolastoqiyik Lintuwakonawa and Motewolonuwok,” says Jeremy. “Hearing our language and songs in conversation with the beauty of the orchestra is truly a dream come true.”

Jeremy will be available for remote interviews on Oct. 15 or in-person interviews on Oct. 24 within downtown Halifax. Time slots are limited and prompt requests are appreciated.

  • Who: Jeremy Dutcher, Canada’s first two-time Polaris Prize winner
  • What: Full-orchestra concert alongside Symphony Nova Scotia
  • Where: The Rebecca Cohn Auditorium, Halifax
  • When: October 25 & 26 at 7:30 pm – interviews to take place ahead of dates

This performance is supported by TD Bank Group and the Prismatic Arts Festival.


JEREMY DUTCHER WITH SYMPHONY NOVA SCOTIA
Friday, Oct. 25, 2024 at 7:30 pm
Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 at 7:30 pm
The Rebecca Cohn Auditorium, Halifax
Tickets: $47 & up • 902.494.3820 • symphonynovascotia.ca


ABOUT JEREMY DUTCHER
Jeremy Dutcher, a two-spirit song carrier and member of Neqotkuk (Tobique First Nation), is a renowned composer and ethnomusicologist. His acclaimed album Wolastoqiyik Lintuwakonawa won the 2018 Polaris Music Prize and the 2019 JUNO for Indigenous Music Album of the Year. He became the first artist to win a second Polaris Music Prize in 2024 for his album Motewolonuwok. Combining community songs with neoclassical, jazz, and pop influences, Jeremy has collaborated with Yo-Yo Ma and Beverly Glenn Copeland. His performances span world-renowned concert halls, NPR’s Tiny Desk, and he has appeared as a judge on Canada’s Drag Race.


ABOUT SYMPHONY NOVA SCOTIA
Symphony Nova Scotia is Nova Scotia’s orchestra, championing symphonic music in the province for over 40 years. With a home base in Halifax/K’jipuktuk and performances across the province, Symphony Nova Scotia is proud to be a vibrant, vital part of Nova Scotia’s rich cultural community. From sold-out orchestral concerts to free family events, youth and seniors’ activities, and educational partnerships, Symphony Nova Scotia creates unforgettable experiences with truly great music. Visit symphonynovascotia.ca to learn more.


For more information, please contact:

Marcus Glover
Director of Marketing and Communications
Symphony Nova Scotia
902.421.5264 – all voice messages are reviewed
[email protected]
symphonynovascotia.ca