Prologue Performing Arts is proud to partner with The Collingwood Music Festival to bring exceptional live music experiences directly into schools across Grey, Bruce and Simcoe counties.
As part of its commitment to music education and community outreach, the Collingwood Music Festival is supporting a series of interactive performances featuring acclaimed Canadian accordionist Michael Bridge (Dr. Accordion), giving students opportunities to experience live music regardless of financial barriers.
Meet Dr. Accordion!
Canadian Digital Accordion Champion Michael Bridge combines the energy of stadium rock with the artistry of classical music, introducing young audiences to the remarkable versatility of the digital accordion.
Immerse your students in the exciting musical world of Dr. Accordion!
April 28 – 30, 2027
Follow the Feeling is an engaging, interactive exploration of how music expresses emotion. Students become active participants through rhythmic clapping, musical collaboration and live arranging, discovering how their creative choices shape a performance.
From symphonic sounds to jazz, pop and music from around the world, Dr. Accordion brings an extraordinary range of musical styles into the classroom.
Apply for a Fully Funded School Performances:
Applications open: November 3, 2026
Application deadline: December 14, 2026
Performance dates: April 28–30, 2027
All performances are fully funded by the Collingwood Music Festival with no cost to participating schools.
Eligibility:
- A public elementary or secondary school in Grey, Bruce, or Simcoe County
- Schools demonstrating financial need or barriers to accessing live arts programming
- Teachers, Principals, Office Administrators and Parent Council Members can apply
Selected schools will be contacted to arrange performance dates and logistics.
Questions? Please contact Programming & Community Outreach Manager Bremely Karthigesu [email protected]
Social media requirement:
Participating schools are asked to provide photos or short videos of their performance within three days of the event. Appropriate permissions must be obtained before sharing identifiable student images. Prologue will coordinate social media coverage, acknowledging the Collingwood Music Festival as the funding and presenting partner.