Today in Toronto: New Orford String Quartet and The Book Lover’s Ball

Today in Toronto: New Orford String Quartet and The Book Lover’s Ball

New Orford String Quartet New Orford, made up of current and former principal players of the Montreal and Toronto symphony orchestras, revels in the rapidly changing moods of Schubert’s String Quartet No. 15, a work that alternately dances and grieves, without ever losing its grip on a melody that so tugs at the heart. Find out more »

The Book Lover’s Ball
If you’re the kind of person who always waits for the lower-priced paperback or routinely scours bookstore remainder displays for deals, this glitzy black-tie gala might not be for you. If, however, you can see yourself ponying up the steep ticket price for the sake of charity and the chance to mingle with dozens of notable Canadian authors, then it may be time to pick out a tux or dress. All proceeds go to the Toronto Public Library Foundation. Find out more »