Image: Augmented Five / Fraser Valley residents and music lovers alike are invited to hear Augmented Five in a live concert, "Cinematic Classics," this weekend that celebrates the unforgettable power of film scores.

By Mike Vanden Bosch

Cinematic Classics

Fraser Valley residents invited to hear ‘Cinematic Classics’ this weekend

Jun 26, 2025 | 9:38 AM

FRASER VALLEY — Fraser Valley residents and music lovers alike are invited to hear Augmented Five in a live concert, “Cinematic Classics,” this weekend that celebrates the unforgettable power of film scores.

Held this Saturday, June 28 at Langley Mennonite Fellowship at 7:30 p.m., the performers behind the event say it is more than a concert — it’s a cinematic journey performed live by Augmented Five and their artists. From enchanting romance to quiet poignancy, these melodies have stirred hearts and shaped cinematic history.

At the center of it all is pianist Eric Hominick, bringing his signature blend of sensitivity and versatility to the stage. A lyric bass and piano faculty member at Vancouver Community College, Eric is also a vocal coach, repetiteur, and in-demand accompanist known across the Lower Mainland for his artistic range and collaborative brilliance.

Image: Augmented Five / Pianist Eric Hominick

Hominick’s musical career has taken him to classical concert halls, cruise ship stages, sacred sanctuaries, and recording studios. He has served as staff accompanist for the BC Girls Choir and Vancouver Community College, and has been a dedicated church musician for over 40 years. His solo piano albums, HymnProv and HymnProv II – Carols, showcase his talent as an improviser and arranger of timeless sacred melodies.

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In Cinematic Classics, Eric takes the audience through evocative scores from films such as The Mission, Spiderman Far From Home (2019), La Femme Nikita (1990), The American President (1995), Mortelle Randonnée (1983), and Life is Beautiful (1997)—bringing these beloved themes to life in real time.

The concert also feature soprano Angelina Van Dyke, a dazzling singer whose luminous tone and dramatic poise will guide audiences through iconic music from films such as Diva (1981), with its haunting operatic centerpiece; The American President (1995), full of warmth and understated patriotism; Life is Beautiful (1997), a bittersweet Italian gem that pairs innocence with resilience; La Femme Nikita (1990), pulsing with emotional tension; and Mortelle Randonnée (1983), a film noir classic.

Image: Augmented Five / Soprano Angelina Van Dyke.

Also featured is violinist Lorin Friesen, whose artistry bridges precision and profound feeling. A graduate of the University of Victoria in engineering, Lorin brings an analytical mind and a deeply expressive heart to the stage—qualities that shine in his performances of beloved film music.

Image: Augmented Five / Violinist Lorin Friesen.

Soprano and cellist Sylwia Karwowska will also perform at the concert. She brings a captivating stage presence and emotionally charged interpretation to the table. With her soaring vocals and dramatic flair, Sylwia draws audiences into the heart of each cinematic moment, pulling on your heart strings. As a featured soloist in Cinematic Classics, Sylwia brings depth, warmth, and expressive power to beloved scores of film history, reimagining them through her radiant soprano and rich cello tone.

Image: Augmented Five / Soprano and cellist Sylwia Karwowska.

Partnering with the group is author April Yamasaki with the launch of her new book, Hope Beyond our Sorrows. Come hear excerpts read from her book on how the power of music can touch one’s journey of loss and healing. An online streaming option is available for those who wish to enjoy the concert at home. Use the promo code A5JUN28 for a discount.

The concert gets underway this Saturday, June 28 at Langley Mennonite Fellowship, 20997 40 Avenue, at 7:30 p.m. Reserve Your Tickets Now.