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James Ehnes has established himself as one of the most sought-after violinists on the international stage. He is a favorite guest at the world’s most celebrated concert halls. He has released over 50 recordings, which have won many awards including 2 GRAMMY awards, a Gramophone award, and 11 Junos. Ehnes is a fellow of the Royal Society of Canada and a member of both the Order of Manitoba and the Order of Canada. He plays the “Marsick” Stradivarius from 1715.

The James Ehnes Quartet formed in 2010 at the Seattle Chamber Music Society, where they maintain a yearly residence. The quartet’s performances have delighted audiences and critics across North America, Europe, and Asia, and have made them one of the most sought-after chamber groups performing today. Their award-winning discography includes quartets by Barber, Beethoven, Schubert, and Sibelius.


Their Kelowna program will include Beethoven’s Op. 18, no. 6; Janacek SQ No. 2; and Brahams Op 51, no. 2.

Visitors Guide

Tourism Kelowna would like to thank Westbank First Nation and Okanagan Indian Band for the privilege to live, work, and play on the tm̓xʷúlaʔxʷ (land), that is the unceded and traditional territory of syilx Okanagan peoples, the original stewards of these lands and to whom we give thanks to as our hosts

Kelowna Visitor Centre: 

238 Queensway

Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 6S4 Canada

1-800-663-4345

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