Upstream Music Association

09/24/2026

Super interesting show this weekend with some of the artists featured at past Open Waters Festivals

Halifax Debut of ‘Kingdom Come, Kingdom Go’ (Watch That Ends The Night Records)

08/10/2026

Calling all young creative musicians in Halifax 🎣

Up to $3,000 in mentorship funding + $500 for a public performance through the new Upstream Trout Creative Music Scholarship.

Open to musicians 19 and under who are ready to dive into improvisation and composition with an established teacher.

Applications close August 31, 2026. Link in bio for full details.

Share this with a young musician who needs to see it.👇

07/29/2026

With the support of an anonymous donor, Upstream Music Association is delighted to announce the “Upstream Trout Creative Music Scholarship” providing up to $3,000 for a young music student, age 19 or under in 2026. 🎓
 
The scholarship will support a pre-professional music student not yet enrolled in post-secondary music study for advanced mentorship in creative music, including improvisation and composition, with an established Halifax-based music teacher. The mentorship will be over the course of one year.
 
The scholarship will also provide up to $500 supporting a public performance within the Upstream Music Association Season.
 
Link to apply is in our bio 🔗

Applications must be received no later than August 31, 2026.

07/15/2026

Provincial funding cuts are putting pressure on arts organizations across Nova Scotia - Upstream Music included. One of the easiest ways to support us right now? Become a member.

For only $10 a year, you can give your friends and family the gift of local music by purchasing an Upstream Music Association Membership. All for the price of a coffee (or two). ☕️🎶

As an Upstream Member, you will receive:
🎟️ Discounted tickets to ALL Upstream events ($5 off!)
📧 Subscription to our E-mail Newsletter
🎶 New Access to the Upstream Online Archive, 35 years in the making

Membership link in bio 🔗

07/15/2026

The 2026/27 season is here! 🎶 Another year of new and improvised music in Kjipuktuk/Halifax, with new and longtime collaborators, familiar traditions pulled into unfamiliar shapes, and music made instantly in the moment. Stay tuned for details, and if you haven’t already, now’s a great time to renew or grab a membership! Link in bio 🔗🪪

06/20/2026

See link in bio for more information

05/20/2026

This team is excited to be bringing you micro/MACRO this weekend! Tickets in bio!

05/18/2026

Check out the full Artist Spotlight on 2025 Emerging Artist Recognition Award recipient Nicola Miller. This Artist Spotlight video features an insightful loo...

05/16/2026

Don't forget to get your tickets at upstream.simpletix.ca

05/12/2026

Excited for micro/MACRO ‘26 tickets now available. Link in bio!

Small instructions, BIG RESULTS – Upstream Orchestra, a dynamic large improvising ensemble features of Halifax’s foremost improvising instrumentalists, alongside exciting emerging artists, under the direction of creative conductor/composer/bass clarinetis