LOT 11881 Bechstein
Restored 1881 grand piano made by C. Bechstein piano manufacturers
What Honens auction would be complete without a piano? Richard Singleton, friend and supporter of Honens, generously donates this restored semi-grand piano made by legendary German piano-makers Bechstein. Recently appraised and in excellent playing condition, this fine 123-year-old piano is the perfect addition to the home of the amateur or advanced musician alike. Treat yourself to this exquisite instrument in support of Honens.
Donated by Richard R. SingletonValue $30,000
LOT 2Edith
Chris Cran Original 12” diameter round ‘tondo’Oil, enamel and board
Looking for something to make your home décor pop? This one of a kind, original work by internationally recognized and award-winning Calgarian artist Chris Cran, made from oil, enamel and board, features the visage of the French chanteuse herself—Edith Piaf. Part of his world-touring Chorus series, this is the perfect addition to your home or office gallery.
Donated by Chris CranValue $5,000
LOT 3One Week at Beachfront Luxury Condo in Puerto Vallarta
Six night and seven day accomodation at Icon Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Round-trip airline tickets for two
¿Vamos a la playa? Enjoy a one-week stay at this beach-front, state of the art condominium on Mexico’s Bahia de Banderas. A 500 foot infinity-edge pool overlooking the Pacific Ocean and chic modern furnishings by McKinley Burkart make this property an ideal destination, whether it be for an escape from Calgary’s winters or for a summer getaway. As an added bonus, hop on a Boeing 737 to and from your destination, with roundtrip tickets courtesy of WestJet. So grab some sunscreen and vamos!
Accommodation is for six nights, contains three bedrooms, three bathrooms, sleeps six and is subject to availability. Flights are for two people, must be booked as a round-trip, are subject to blackout dates and must be redeemed by 4 September 2015.
Donated by McKinley Burkart and WestJet AirlinesValue $5,000
LOT 4One Week at Beachfront Luxury Condo in Tofino
Six night and seven day accomodation at The Shore, Tofino BC
Spend a week in Canada’s pacific paradise at The Shore, a two-storey luxurious condo overlooking the Pacific Ocean. With spectacular floor-to-ceiling views of Clayoquot Sound, and contemporary urban design by McKinley Burkart, this vibrant waterfront property is sure to lure you into its rugged west coast landscape. Even if surfing is not your thing, after spending a week here—you just might never leave.
Accommodation is for six nights at 2,000 sq. ft condo containing two bedrooms, two bathrooms, sleeps four and is subject to availability. Does not include transportation to and from Tofino BC.
Donated by McKinley Burkart Value $3,000
LOT 5Designer Scarf by Paul Hardy
100% Cashmere Shawl Scarf designed by Paul Hardy
Want to look fabulous in a designer accessory? This ultra-chic piece from award-winning Paul Hardy, one of Canada’s top ten designers, might be just the thing to add to your collection of high-end couture. A 100% cashmere shawl scarf in his Lamb.s.laughter collection, features an esoteric mirror image of roses and skeletons and is sure to draw attention to the beholder.
Donated by Paul Hardy DesignsValue $695
LOT 6Dinner Party for 12 at Home
At-home catered meal for 12 Wine for 12 Fazioli piano rental and move Performance by a Honens ProAm 2014 Pianist
Thinking of hosting a dinner party, but don’t want all the fuss of slaving away in the kitchen? This at-home-dinner for 12, with chef, wine and entertainment all included is for you. Includes a three-course meal from award-winning Nicole Gourmet Catering paired with wines from Renaissance Wine Merchants Ltd, a Fazioli piano rental and piano move from Michael Lipnicki Fine Pianos, and a performance by one of the Honens ProAm 2014 (Honens’ Competition for Amateurs) pianists—all in the comfort of your very own home. Start picking the 11 lucky friends!
Must be booked at least two months in advance, certain date and space restrictions apply.
Donated by Nicole Gourmet Catering, Renaissance Wine Merchants Ltd, Michael Lipnicki Fine Pianos and HonensValue $6,000
LOT 7London Excursion for Two
Two tickets to Pavel Kolesnikov with London Philharmonic Orchestra Pre-concert reception VIP Luncheon and guided tour of Dulwich Picture Gallery Reception at the residence of the Canadian High Commissioner
Join Honens on the road in London, UK, for Honens Prize Laureate Pavel Kolesnikov’s debut with the London Philharmonic Orchestra. Includes a pre-concert reception, a VIP Luncheon and tour of the Emily Carr exhibit at London’s historic Dulwich Picture Gallery, and a private reception at the residence of the Canadian High Commissioner, featuring a scotch-tasting and a private recital by Pavel himself.
Dates are 29 and 30 October, flights and accommodation not included
Donated by HonensValue $2,000
LOT 8Dinner for eight at Mercato
Chef’s creation dinner for eight, including wine, at Mercato
Feeling peckish for some fresh Italian fare? Invite seven of your friends for dinner at one of Calgary’s finest restaurants, for a chef’s creation dinner with wine. Voted numerous times as one of Calgary’s best Italian restaurants, this mouth-watering evening is sure to leave you and your friends saying “Mamma Mia!”
Must be booked two weeks in advance, gratuity not included, expires 1 June 2015
Donated by MercatoValue $1,200
LOT 9The Flames Experience
Four lower bowl tickets to an at-home Calgary Flames game in the 2014/15 SeasonFour XL at home Calgary Flames jerseysBehind the scenes tour of The Calgary Flames’ locker room
Itchin’ to see The Calgary Flames in action on the ice of the Scotiabank Saddledome? You and three friends will attend a home game of your choice in lower bowl seats sporting four brand new at-home Flames jerseys. To sweeten the deal, go behind the scenes for a guided tour of the Flames’ locker room.
Must be booked with the Flames Box Office before 1 October 2014. Certain restrictions apply.
Donated by The Calgary FlamesValue $2,000
LOT 10Artistic Weekend at The Banff Centre
Two nights superior accomodation, Professional Development Centre Two tickets to Source & Inspiration Concert Two tickets to Maesha Brueggergosman’s Christmas concert Access to Convergence Summit of Arts + TechnologyDinner at Three Ravens restaurant Behind-the-scenes tour of The Banff Centre’s facilities
Need an artistic weekend getaway to the mountains? Spend two nights in superior accommodation at The Banff Centre’s Professional Development Centre and receive a pair of tickets to the Source & Inspiration concert featuring pianist Andrew Burashko, where classical musicians and singer-songwriters combine forces. Also, a pair of tickets to Canadian opera star Measha Brueggergosman’s Christmas concert, access to select events of the Convergence Summit of Arts + Technology, dinner at the exquisite Three Ravens restaurant and a behind-the-scenes tour of The Banff Centre’s facilities. With so much art infused into one weekend, you’ll need a second vacation!
Transportation to and from Banff not included, accommodation is for the nights of 28 and 29 November 2014
Donated by The Banff CentreValue $750
LOT 11At Home Pastry Party for Four
Have a pastry party with Pastry Bags! Two of Calgary’s premium pastry chefs, Lisa Cheah and Vanessa Roenspies, will teach you and three friends how to make pastries in your very own kitchen. You’ll be kneeding, glazing, and of course—eating delectible treats in no time!
Must be redeemed by 1 September 2015 and booked at least three weeks in advance.
Donated by Pastry BagsValue $1,000
LOT 12Inspired Spa Escape
Spa Package including massage, facial, manicure and pedicure
Does the hustle ‘n’ bustle of work have you stressed? Indulge in an ‘Inspired Spa Escape’ from Kensington’s Swizzlestix Salon and Spa. This package features a Destiny Massage with fully integrated aromatherapy, a Custom Wellness Facial to give you that glow, and a manicure and pedicure to leave your hands and feet fresh and clean. Pamper yourself into pure relaxation.
Donated by Swizzlestix Salon & SpaValue $395
LOT 13Customized Satirical Portrait
18”x 24” customizable portrait, oil on canvas
Looking to see yourself or a loved one ‘painted’ in a new light? Maya Gohill will create a brand new customized 18” x 24” oil on canvas portrait, in her fun and satirical style. Maya’s award-winning work has been featured in collections across Canada, the US and the Middle East, and pretty soon this personal and custom-made portrait is sure to add a touch of humour to your abode.
Must be redeemed by 4 September 2015 and completed in consultation with artist’s schedule.
Donated by Maya GohillValue $1,500
Sample of a previous comission
LOT 14Doughnuts for a Year
One dozen Jelly Modern doughnuts per month, for twelve months
Have a sweet tooth? Calgary’s original gourmet doughnut bakery café will provide you with a year’s worth of delectable treats. Whether it be the madagascar bourbon vanilla, classic jelly, or infamous maple bacon, there is sure to be a doughtnut to satisfy you and your friends—if you dare to share.
Each certificate valid for a specific month from September 2014 to August 2015.
Donated by Jelly Modern Doughnuts CalgaryValue $395
LOT 15One Year of Matchmaking Services
Tired of playing (and losing) the dating game? Why not consider professional matchmaking services! This one-year membership to Cloud9Connections, Calgary’s exclusive life management concierge, could help you find that special someone. Through a private and confidential interview and thorough screening process, you (or a friend) will be matched up based on mutual interests, values, age and lifestyle.
Donated by Cloud9ConnectionsValue $2,000
LOT 16Adrenaline Thrill Pack
Two tickets to the Summer Bobsleigh ExperienceTwo tickets to Zipline At The Park (includes three ziplines)
Craving an adrenaline rush? These tickets for WinSport’s facilities at Canada Olympic Park will give you the thrills you are looking for. First, you and a friend will soar down the iconic Olympic track at over 100 km/h, accompanied by a professional driver in a wheeled-bobsleigh. If that doesn’t leave you breathless, you will then race 500 metres down North America’s fastest zipline, soaring up to 140 km/h from the top of COP’s Ski Jump. Not for the faint of heart.
Valid for the 2014—2015 summer seasons, participants must be over 14 years of age and other safety restrictions may apply.
Donated by WinSportValue $200
Many more exciting items to bid on …
LOT 17 Dinner with D’Arcy Levesque and tickets to Alberta Ballet for two Donated by D'Arcy Levesque
LOT 18 Record Player, Autographed George Shearing LP and Record Collection Donated by Sounds of Music and Alex McNiven
LOT 19 Four tickets to The Marriage of Figaro, with post-concert reception Donated by Calgary Opera
LOT 20 J’Aime Paris Festival Pass for two Donated by The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra and Lori Caltagirone
LOT 21 Four tickets to Theatre Calgary: Liberation Days and $50 Wild Rose gift card Donated by Theatre Calgary and Wild Rose Brewery
LOT 22 Four tickets to Alberta Ballet’s Carmen with Backstage Tour Donated by Alberta Ballet
LOT 23 One Yellow Rabbit: Two Flex Passes and Two Tickets to Wine Stage Donated by One Yellow Rabbit Performance Theatre
LOT 24 Tickets to Honens On Stage and Dinner at Blink for four Donated by Honens and Blink
LOT 25 Honens 2015 Festival Pass Donated by Honens
LOT 26 Honens Label CD Library Donated by Honens
LOT 27 A Month of Piano Lessons at Chinook School of Music Donated by Chinook School of Music
LOT 28 IRO Leather Motorcycle Jacket Donated by OOH LA LAwomenswear
LOT 29 Hugo Boss Suit Donated by Henry Singer
LOT 30 Designer Necklace and Cufflinks Donated by Blu's and Madison & Page
LOT 31 Designer Dress and Necklace Donated by Primitive Culture
LOT 32 Leather Duffle Bag: m0851 Donated by m0851
LOT 33 Understudy Shopping Experience Donated by Understudy
LOT 34 gravitypope Shopping Spree Donated by gravitypope
LOT 35 Paris-Themed Bracelet and Phone Cover Donated by Fairgoods.com
LOT 36 Cut, Colour and Beauty Products from Jerome Salon Donated by Jerome Salon
LOT 37 Great Hair for a Year from Hedkandi Donated by Hedkandi Salon
LOT 38 A Year of Monthly visits from Butter Donated by Butter
LOT 39 Six Months of Haircuts from Swish Salon Donated by David Stewart, Swish Salon
LOT 40 Eyebrow Enhancement and Skin Revision Donated by Vanity—A Boutique Spa
LOT 41 Wine and Cheese Basket Donated by Renaissance Wine Merchants and Janice Beaton Fine Cheese
LOT 42 Wine and Cheese Basket Donated by Renaissance Wine Merchants and Janice Beaton Fine Cheese
LOT 43 Community Natural Foods Basket and Certificate Donated by Community Natural Foods
LOT 44 Oysters for Your Next Party Donated by OysterTribe
LOT 45 Learn to Make Chocolate with Bernard Callabaut Donated by Papa Chocolat
LOT 46 The CORE: Gift Card and Personal Stylist Donated by The CORE
LOT 47 Inliv: Fitness, Physio and Massage Donated by INLIV
LOT 48 Heritage Park Visit for four Donated by Heritage Park
LOT 49 Telus Spark Ten-Pack Donated by Telus Spark
LOT 50 Six Zoo Passes and Curated Tour Donated by Dr Maru Celli
LOT 51 North American Gift Certificate and Hat Donated by North American Quality Purveyors Ltd
LOT 52 Mark Mullin Abstract and Glenbow Membership Donated by Mark Mullin
LOT 53 The Western Rider: Eveline Kolijn Donated by Eveline Kolijn
LOT 54 Photographs From Napa: Brenda Castonguay Donated by Brenda Castonguay
LOT 55 Abstract Acrylic: Quintaro Donated by Quintaro Imaging
LOT 56 Come, We Are One: Painting by Desere Pressey Donated by Desere Pressey
LOT 57 Artwork and Holiday Party Booking Donated by Art Evolution Gallery
LOT 58 My Monsters Sculptures Donated by Jon Truch
LOT 59 Honens 2012 Limited Edition Prints Donated by Honens
LOT 60 Honens 2009 Limited Edition Posters Donated by Honens
LOT 61 Bob Mould: Limited Edition Print Donated by Shazz Mack
LOT 62 Aqua Patio Furniture Donated by Maria Tomàs Furniture
LOT 63 VARIDESK and Soft Board Donated by Fitter International Inc.
LOT 64 Cridland Interior Design Consultation Donated by Douglas Cridland
LOT 65 One Weekend Night on the Gold Floor at The Fairmont Palliser Donated by The Fairmont Palliser
LOT 66 Lexus Car Rental for a Weekend Donated by Lexus of Calgary
LOT 67 Sera Monk Photograph: Ric Kokotovich Donated by Ric Kokotovich and Domicile Interiors
LOT 68 $500 Brooks Brothers Gift Certificate Donated by Brooks Brothers
LOT 69 Makeup Package
Donated by Artists Within
LOT 70 $300 Gift Certificate from Chinook Optical Donated by Chinook Optical
LOT 71 Chef’s Meal at Teatro and tickets to 2015 Honens Competition Finals for four Donated by Teatro and Honens
LOT 72 Open Air Picnic Lunch for two Donated by River Café and Boxwood