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A circular pin with the inscription "The Duet Club - Founded 1889, a treble clef, and the notes D and C

A Small Pin with a Big History

Ever wondered what’s behind the Duet Club logo?  Here’s the story behind its design and what it represents. The Duet Club President’s pin is more than jewelry – it’s a tradition passed from one President to the next. Designed by Hamilton artist Julian Ruggles Seavey, the crest features a treble clef, the notes D and…

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“I Really Must Refuse”: The Story Behind the Founding of The Duet Club

“I really must refuse.” Not exactly the words you’d expect to launch a musical tradition! In the late 1800s, a student’s reluctance to perform solo inspired the beginnings of The Duet Club, a musical community that would shape Hamilton’s cultural life for generations. Music teacher Ellen Ambrose brought students together to play for one another…

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Annual General Meeting

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Melrose United Church

Women of Song in concert 2025

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Annual Choral Concert
Sunday, April 26, 2026

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A Tradition of Music and Community

Annual Choral Concert – April 26, 2026
Melrose United Church

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From Far and Wide: A Salute to Canadian Music

Annual Choral Concert
Sunday, April 26, 2026