AXIOS: JUNO Celebration & Tour Launch

A Night to Celebrate — From a National Stage to What Comes Next

Featuring the 2026 JUNO Award-winning ensemble

Join us for a special evening celebrating our JUNO Award win for Classical Album of the Year (Large Ensemble)—a category traditionally dominated by Canada’s leading orchestras.

This is a rare and significant achievement for a community-based choir, made possible by the dedication of our members, supporters, and community.

More Than a Celebration

This event is also the official launch of our national tour of Benedict Sheehan’s Ukrainian War Requiem.

A powerful and deeply moving work reflecting on loss, resilience, and hope—one that has already resonated with audiences across Canada.

Your attendance will help to bring this music to audiences nationwide.

What to Expect

• A warm and celebratory evening with the Axios community
• Highlights and reflections from our JUNO-winning journey
• A special performance by Axios Men’s Ensemble and the Tenors and Basses of Pro Coro Canada
• Opportunities to connect with supporters, artists, and community leaders
• Silent auction and interactive fundraising activities
• Cocktail-style reception with food and bar service

Why Attend

• Celebrate a major national achievement that has put an Edmonton-based choir on the map
• Support Axios as we bring this work on tour and explore future sponsorship opportunities
• Be part of a meaningful cultural moment, raising awareness of the ongoing war in Ukraine
• Connect with a vibrant and engaged community

Additional Event Details

• Cocktail-style reception
• Featuring a curated silent auction and a “Balloon Draw” with exciting prizes
• Photo booth experience, including the opportunity to take a photo with the JUNO
• Cash bar (wine and beer available); additional drink tickets available for purchase
• All proceeds support the launch of Axios’ national tour
• Axios Men’s Ensemble is a registered charity. Tax receipts will be issued for the eligible portion of select ticket types.

🎶 JOIN US

Be part of this national moment. 

Celebrate what we’ve achieved—and help build what comes next.