By Will McGuirk

t’s the bells that ring out over Downtown Oshawa that set the tone for the city. The sonorous peals are a joy to hear, and one’s mood is lifted by such a musical soundtrack. Music can be found throughout the city’s core, and not just on the many stages the entertainment district of Durham Region is home to. From large to small, Oshawa has plenty of venues, and they cater to all types and tastes.

The 6,000 capacity Tribute Community Centre serves as the place to see the international big-name acts. It is also home to the Oshawa Generals and their boisterous fans. Goals by the 2015 Memorial Cup winners are met by a roof rattling roar. The enthusiastic and vocal support of game day fans is the inspiration for Noel Harding’s sculpture ‘Reverb’ which is situated in the central plaza outside the main doors of the area. This metal piece is curved to amplify the sound back out and is covered in half-cut out speech bubbles to represent the diverse voices of the Region’s biggest city.