A message from festival Artistic Director Roxi Dykstra:

To supporters and friends of the Spirit of the North Classical Music Festival,

We are delighted to announce the 2023 Spirit of the North Classical Music Festival, from July 30 to August 5. This year, we are pleased to once again collaborate with musicians from the Orchestra North Summer Program. Local and visiting musicians will be performing a festival of concerts in Smithers, with additional events in Prince George and Vanderhoof. Please visit our events page for more information on all the concerts.

Thank you for everything that has made this festival possible over the years: for your support; for amazing audience attendance; generosity of resources of money, space, time and materials; and the words of encouragement that keep us afloat. We do appreciate the chance to create something with you this year, and can’t wait to share some amazing musical experiences together yet again.

See you at the concerts!

Roxi Dykstra
Artistic Director, Spirit of the North Classical Music Festival

About the Festival

Held in beautiful Smithers and Houston, British Columbia, the Spirit of the North Festival brings high quality classical music to the north. Featuring world-class musicians, full orchestras, and new compositions, the festival showcases a variety of styles, and offers artists and audiences alike the opportunity to experience everything from classic favourites to new avenues of expression in music.

Concert venues

Bethel Reformed Church

3115 Gould Place

Smithers, BC

Central Park Building

1425 Main St

Smithers, BC