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In the spirit of Truth & Reconciliation and as Treaty People who live and work on Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ Territory, The Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra (TBSO), respectfully acknowledges and recognizes that we work and perform on the traditional lands of the Anishinaabe people of Fort William First Nation, signatories to the Robinson-Superior Treaty (Treaty 60) of 1850. We would also like to recognize the historical contributions from the Métis people within our community. We also acknowledge our collaborations with artists hail from all across Turtle Island (North America).
The TBSO recognizes music, storytelling, and the two combined, as powerful drivers of change and inspiration to our community. We strive to honour such stories of the original inhabitants of our home since Time Immemorial, with our annual concert, Noondaagotoon, ᓅᐣᑖᑯᐟᐆᐣ, (“play it” (so it makes a sound)), a collaborative concert between the TBSO and Indigenous performers to strengthen relationships and musical reconciliation. As the original stewards and storytellers of this land, we strive to highlight Indigenous Artists and amplify their stories today. In doing so, please take a look at these Indigenous Artists from all over Turtle Island and familiarize yourself with the stories they create through the transformative power of music:
- How 94 Calls to Action Finally Allowed Indigenous Artists the Space to Cultivate a Renaissance
- 9 Indigenous Musicians Reflect on what Truth & Reconciliation Means to Them
- 10 Indigenous Musicians in Classical Music You Should Know
- 8 Native American Composers to Add to Your Playlist
- 6 Indigenous Composers You Need to Know in 2024
We invite you to join us us in a moment of reflection as we acknowledge the Indigenous Peoples of our land and reflect on our shared responsibilities in Reconciliation and learn more about the Indigenous Nations on which you reside and read the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s (spirit name – bezhig miigwan, meaning “one feather”) 94 Calls to Action as a way to move forward on the path towards reconciliation.
Miigweech, Thank You