About the Concert 

Murdoch Mysteries is one of Canada’s most acclaimed and longest-running drama series. With an average viewership of 1 million, it stands as one of CBC’s highest-rated series and has been licensed to broadcasters in over 150 countries. This evening’s performance was envisioned by Shaftesbury Chairman & President Christina Jennings, who recognized a crossover audience of orchestral music lovers and Murdoch Mysteries fans. Composer Robert Carli wrote two versions of the episode’s score—one for the TV broadcast and another for this concert, which is being travelled to fans across Canada. We hope you enjoy “Murder in F Major.”  

“Murder in F Major”: Episode Synopsis  

Murdoch, Ogden, Brackenreid, and Margaret are at a reception to celebrate the formation of Toronto’s new symphony orchestra. Unfortunately, the festivities are short-lived when the maestro, Victor Serrano, is found strangled in his office. Murdoch’s investigation reveals the victim was keeping a mistress, a secret that apparently wasn’t exactly hidden from his wife. Meanwhile, one of the musicians joining the orchestra, violinist Herbert Block, is a long-ago paramour of Ogden’s. Upon seeing her again, and despite the fact she’s married to Murdoch—and to the detective’s disdain—Block’s passion is rekindled, and he lavishes her with unsolicited gifts and attention.