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Monday, May 29, 2023, 7:00 PM (Manhattan)
New England Symphonic Ensemble (Orchestra and choir)
"The Music of John Rutter and Clif Hardin"
Clif Hardin: Requiem (New York premiere)
John Rutter: Cataldo: A Triptych (New York premiere)
Rutter: Requiem
Rutter: Te Deum Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall, 57th Street at Seventh Avenue
Admission: $50-$125
For more info: 212-247-7800; boxoffice@midamerica-music.com
Jennifer Rodgers, John Rutter, conductors. Choirs from around the country.
Clif Hardin: Requiem (New York premiere)
John Rutter: Cataldo: A Triptych (New York premiere)
Rutter: Requiem
Rutter: Te Deum Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall, 57th Street at Seventh Avenue
Admission: $50-$125
For more info: 212-247-7800; boxoffice@midamerica-music.com
Jennifer Rodgers, John Rutter, conductors. Choirs from around the country.
Wednesday, May 31, 2023, 7:00 PM (Manhattan)
Peace of Heart Choir (Choir)
"Why We Sing"
In addition to the title piece (), the program includes world music in many languages: Papuan (Nuru Ai Pani), Spanish (De Colores), Zulu (Senzenina); traditional spirituals (Ain't Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me Round); American pop hits (Put a Little Love in Your Heart/Love Train, We Are Family) and more.
Ida K. Lang Recital Hall at Hunter College, North Building, Room 424, East 69th Street between Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue
Admission: In advance: $25; seniors / students $20. At the door: $30; seniors / students $25. Tickets at www.peaceofheartchoir.org/benefit-concert.
For more info: peaceofheartchoir@gmail.com, 347-829-7642
Robert René Galván, conductor. Masking is optional but preferred. Choir members will be masked.
In addition to the title piece (
Admission: In advance: $25; seniors / students $20. At the door: $30; seniors / students $25. Tickets at www.peaceofheartchoir.org/benefit-concert.
For more info: peaceofheartchoir@gmail.com, 347-829-7642
Robert René Galván, conductor. Masking is optional but preferred. Choir members will be masked.
Friday, June 2, 2023, 8:00 PM (Brooklyn)
Alkemie Medieval Music Ensemble (Vocal and instrumental ensemble)
"Fine Companion"
A program of newly-composed settings of troubadour songs and texts, written in a Baroque dream-pop / shoegaze / psychedelic rock style for an amplified combination of medieval and new instruments. The texts of this project were chosen by Charles Mueller (composer) and the ensemble, with a focus on troubadour lyrics that expand or refute the standard tropes of chivalrous love by choosing poems from a feminine perspective, and by delving into the metaphysical and spiritual subsets of the genre. Mueller has used pre-existing troubadour music as a melodic and modal prompt are used on a number of pieces, with direct quotations organically morphing as if in an inspired game of telephone. Jalopy Theater, 315 Columbia Street, Brooklyn, NY
Admission: $25
For more info: info@alkemie.org
A program of newly-composed settings of troubadour songs and texts, written in a Baroque dream-pop / shoegaze / psychedelic rock style for an amplified combination of medieval and new instruments. The texts of this project were chosen by Charles Mueller (composer) and the ensemble, with a focus on troubadour lyrics that expand or refute the standard tropes of chivalrous love by choosing poems from a feminine perspective, and by delving into the metaphysical and spiritual subsets of the genre. Mueller has used pre-existing troubadour music as a melodic and modal prompt are used on a number of pieces, with direct quotations organically morphing as if in an inspired game of telephone. Jalopy Theater, 315 Columbia Street, Brooklyn, NY
Admission: $25
For more info: info@alkemie.org
Saturday, June 3, 2023, 3:00 PM (New Jersey)
The Bloomfield Chorale (Choir)
"Voices Rising"
An eclectic mix of songs, from "The Flower Song" -- an aria in the French opera Lakmé -- to Tue Tue, a traditional Ghannian folk song. Also featuring Pablo Casals's Nigra Sum and for the first time, an audience Aparticipation song. Bloomfield Presbyterian Church, 147 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ
Admission: In advance: $12; students / seniors $8. At the door: $15; students / seniors $10. Children under 12 free. Tickets at www.universe.com/voicesrising.
For more info: BloomfieldChorale@gmail.com
Ruth Hsu, conductor.
An eclectic mix of songs, from "The Flower Song" -- an aria in the French opera Lakmé -- to Tue Tue, a traditional Ghannian folk song. Also featuring Pablo Casals's Nigra Sum and for the first time, an audience Aparticipation song. Bloomfield Presbyterian Church, 147 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ
Admission: In advance: $12; students / seniors $8. At the door: $15; students / seniors $10. Children under 12 free. Tickets at www.universe.com/voicesrising.
For more info: BloomfieldChorale@gmail.com
Ruth Hsu, conductor.
Saturday, June 3, 2023, 7:00 PM (Westchester)
Old Mill Singers (Choir)
"50th Anniversary Concert"
Rock, pop, show tunes and classical pieces. Clearview School, 480 Albany Post Road, Briarcliff Manor, NY
Admission: $20; seniors $15; children 12 and under $5.
For more info: oldmillsingers@gmail.com
Nell Macdonald, director.
Rock, pop, show tunes and classical pieces. Clearview School, 480 Albany Post Road, Briarcliff Manor, NY
Admission: $20; seniors $15; children 12 and under $5.
For more info: oldmillsingers@gmail.com
Nell Macdonald, director.
Saturday, June 3, 2023, 7:00 PM (Manhattan)
New England Symphonic Ensemble (Orchestra and choirs)
"The Music of Vivaldi, Fauré, Mozart and More"
John Rutter: Gloria
Vivaldi: Magnificat, RV 610
Fauré: Requiem
Beethoven: Overture to Fidelio
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7
Mozart: Ave Verum Corpus, K. 618 Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall, 57th Street at Seventh Avenue
Admission: $50-$150
For more info: 212-247-7800; boxoffice@midamerica-music.com
Carmen Florez-Mansi, Jeffrey Webb, Tram Sparks and Peter Tiboris, conductors. With participating choruses.
John Rutter: Gloria
Vivaldi: Magnificat, RV 610
Fauré: Requiem
Beethoven: Overture to Fidelio
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7
Mozart: Ave Verum Corpus, K. 618 Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall, 57th Street at Seventh Avenue
Admission: $50-$150
For more info: 212-247-7800; boxoffice@midamerica-music.com
Carmen Florez-Mansi, Jeffrey Webb, Tram Sparks and Peter Tiboris, conductors. With participating choruses.
Saturday, June 3, 2023, 7:30 PM (New Jersey)
Harmonium (Choir)
"Earthsongs"
Choral music that celebrates nature’s beauty and calls for its protection, including the winner of the 26th annual High School Student Choral Composition Contest. Calvary Episcopal Church, 31 Woodland Avenue, Summit, NJ
Admission: $30; students / teachers $25.
For more info: 973-538-6969
Anne Matlack, director.
Choral music that celebrates nature’s beauty and calls for its protection, including the winner of the 26th annual High School Student Choral Composition Contest. Calvary Episcopal Church, 31 Woodland Avenue, Summit, NJ
Admission: $30; students / teachers $25.
For more info: 973-538-6969
Anne Matlack, director.
Saturday, June 3, 2023, 7:30 PM (New Jersey)
New Jersey Choral Society and Pro Arte Chorale (Choirs and orchestra)
"Tapestry: A Festival of Voices"
Mendelssohn: Hear My Prayer
Mendelssohn: Psalm: Nicht unserm Namen, Herr
Mendelssohn: Verleih uns Frieden
Vaughan Williams: Five Mystical Songs West Side Presbyterian Church, 6 South Monroe Street, Ridgewood, NJ
Admission: $40; seniors / students $35.
For more info: 201-273-9027 or 201-497-8400
Lauren Fowler-Calisto and Bryan Zaros, conductors. Linda Sweetman-Waters, organ.
Mendelssohn: Hear My Prayer
Mendelssohn: Psalm: Nicht unserm Namen, Herr
Mendelssohn: Verleih uns Frieden
Vaughan Williams: Five Mystical Songs West Side Presbyterian Church, 6 South Monroe Street, Ridgewood, NJ
Admission: $40; seniors / students $35.
For more info: 201-273-9027 or 201-497-8400
Lauren Fowler-Calisto and Bryan Zaros, conductors. Linda Sweetman-Waters, organ.
Sunday, June 4, 2023, 2:00 PM (Manhattan)
Nashir! The Rottenberg Chorale (Choir)
Songs in English, Hebrew and Ladino by Stephen Schwartz, Gerald Cohen, Handel, Mendelssohn and many more ranging from classical to Broadway to Israeli pop – plus a small taste of Hanukkah!
Merkin Concert Hall, 129 West 67th Street
Admission: $24 premium; $21 general admission; $17 students/seniors. Tickets at www.kaufmanmusiccenter.org/mch/event/nashir-the-rottenberg-chorale-2023/.
For more info: 212-501-3330
Ben Gruder, conductor.
Admission: $24 premium; $21 general admission; $17 students/seniors. Tickets at www.kaufmanmusiccenter.org/mch/event/nashir-the-rottenberg-chorale-2023/.
For more info: 212-501-3330
Ben Gruder, conductor.
Sunday, June 4, 2023, 2:30 PM (Manhattan)
Harold Rosenbaum (Open sing)
"Renaissance Choral Workshop"
Conductor Harold Rosenbaum has chosen 100 of his favorite choral works from the Renaissance to explore over the course of 16 sessions. At each event he will not only lead singalongs, but will also offer his interpretive ideas by rehearsing selected works, leading to a sound and satisfying experience for all. Players of Renaissance instruments are welcome as well. Trinity Lutheran Church, 164 West 100th Street (at Amsterdam Avenue).
Admission: $12; tickets at ci.ovationtix.com.
For more info: www.haroldrosenbaum.com/renaissance-choral.html
Conductor Harold Rosenbaum has chosen 100 of his favorite choral works from the Renaissance to explore over the course of 16 sessions. At each event he will not only lead singalongs, but will also offer his interpretive ideas by rehearsing selected works, leading to a sound and satisfying experience for all. Players of Renaissance instruments are welcome as well. Trinity Lutheran Church, 164 West 100th Street (at Amsterdam Avenue).
Admission: $12; tickets at ci.ovationtix.com.
For more info: www.haroldrosenbaum.com/renaissance-choral.html
Sunday, June 4, 2023, 3:00 PM (Westchester)
Old Mill Singers (Choir)
"50th Anniversary Concert"
Rock, pop, show tunes and classical pieces. Clearview School, 480 Albany Post Road, Briarcliff Manor, NY
Admission: $20; seniors $15; children 12 and under $5.
For more info: oldmillsingers@gmail.com
Nell Macdonald, director.
Rock, pop, show tunes and classical pieces. Clearview School, 480 Albany Post Road, Briarcliff Manor, NY
Admission: $20; seniors $15; children 12 and under $5.
For more info: oldmillsingers@gmail.com
Nell Macdonald, director.
Sunday, June 4, 2023, 3:00 PM (New Jersey)
Harmonium (Choir)
"Earthsongs"
Choral music that celebrates nature’s beauty and calls for its protection, including the winner of the 26th annual High School Student Choral Composition Contest. Calvary Episcopal Church, 31 Woodland Avenue, Summit, NJ
Admission: $30; students / teachers $25.
For more info: 973-538-6969
Anne Matlack, director.
Choral music that celebrates nature’s beauty and calls for its protection, including the winner of the 26th annual High School Student Choral Composition Contest. Calvary Episcopal Church, 31 Woodland Avenue, Summit, NJ
Admission: $30; students / teachers $25.
For more info: 973-538-6969
Anne Matlack, director.
Sunday, June 4, 2023, 4:00 PM (Manhattan)
West End Community Choir (Choir and orchestra)
"Spring Concert"
Featuring Randall Thompson's Frostiana, accompanied by a chamber orchestra, and pieces by American composers. West End Collegiate Church, 245 West 77th Street and livestreamed via Zoom
Admission: Free; donations encouraged.
For more info: 212-787-1566 or hlee@westendchurch.org
Henry Lee, conductor. Tom Jennings, accompanist.
Featuring Randall Thompson's Frostiana, accompanied by a chamber orchestra, and pieces by American composers. West End Collegiate Church, 245 West 77th Street and livestreamed via Zoom
Admission: Free; donations encouraged.
For more info: 212-787-1566 or hlee@westendchurch.org
Henry Lee, conductor. Tom Jennings, accompanist.
Thursday, June 8, 2023, 7:30 PM (Manhattan)
The Stonewall Chorale (Choir with instrumental ensemble)
"Pride Concert" Stonewall Rocks"
Beloved rock and pop songs through the lens of the history of the Stonewall Chorale, which celebrates 46 years of singing out loud and proud, with special guest Temple Grandé, the bearded babe, the hirsute honey, who will lead us in a Drag Queen Story Hour to retell our story, against a backdrop of LGBTQ+ history from the 60s to the present. Holy Apostles, 9th Avenue at 28th Street
Admission: General admission (first-come, first-served seating): $35 in advance, $40 at the door (subject to availability). Premium reserved seating: $60 in advance only. Students/seniors (60+): $25 in advance only. Student/senior discounts are not available at the door. Tickets at tickets.chorusconnection.com/stonewall/events/509.
For more info: cpowell508@aol.com
Cynthia Powell, artistic director.
Beloved rock and pop songs through the lens of the history of the Stonewall Chorale, which celebrates 46 years of singing out loud and proud, with special guest Temple Grandé, the bearded babe, the hirsute honey, who will lead us in a Drag Queen Story Hour to retell our story, against a backdrop of LGBTQ+ history from the 60s to the present. Holy Apostles, 9th Avenue at 28th Street
Admission: General admission (first-come, first-served seating): $35 in advance, $40 at the door (subject to availability). Premium reserved seating: $60 in advance only. Students/seniors (60+): $25 in advance only. Student/senior discounts are not available at the door. Tickets at tickets.chorusconnection.com/stonewall/events/509.
For more info: cpowell508@aol.com
Cynthia Powell, artistic director.
Friday, June 9, 2023, 7:30 PM (Manhattan)
Ember Choral Arts (Choir)
"The Nu NormEL"
A musical journey that will take you through the complexities of the post-pandemic world. With the world premiere of James Knox's five-movement set, Work From Home, and two selections by Jake Runestad, including the post-premiere of his Ritual, this program features some of today's most innovative composers. From Moira Smiley to Eric Whitacre, Kate Rusby, Kyle Pederson and Stephen Smith, this concert is sure to leave you with a renewed sense of hope and inspiration. The Actors' Chapel, 239 West 49th Street and livestreamed
Admission: $30 premium; $25 general. Livestream option available.
For more info: Info@EmberArts.org
Deborah Simpkin King, conductor. VAN visitors can use the code EMBERVAN for $10 off the price of in-person general admission tickets.
A musical journey that will take you through the complexities of the post-pandemic world. With the world premiere of James Knox's five-movement set, Work From Home, and two selections by Jake Runestad, including the post-premiere of his Ritual, this program features some of today's most innovative composers. From Moira Smiley to Eric Whitacre, Kate Rusby, Kyle Pederson and Stephen Smith, this concert is sure to leave you with a renewed sense of hope and inspiration. The Actors' Chapel, 239 West 49th Street and livestreamed
Admission: $30 premium; $25 general. Livestream option available.
For more info: Info@EmberArts.org
Deborah Simpkin King, conductor. VAN visitors can use the code EMBERVAN for $10 off the price of in-person general admission tickets.
Saturday, June 10, 2023, 7:00 PM (New Jersey)
The Somerset Hills Chorus and Rise Up Chorus (Choir and instrumental ensemble)
James Whitbourn: Annelies, based on The Diary of Anne Frank
Crescent Avenue Presbyterian Church, 716 Watchung Avenue, Plainfield, NJ
Admission: $25; students free; $50 VIP.
For more info: erin@musicsh.org
Stephen Sands and Matthew LaPine, conductors. Sonya Headlam, soprano; James Lubrano, piano; Benjamin Fingland, clarinet; Elizabeth Fayette, violin; Gerall Hieser, cello.
Admission: $25; students free; $50 VIP.
For more info: erin@musicsh.org
Stephen Sands and Matthew LaPine, conductors. Sonya Headlam, soprano; James Lubrano, piano; Benjamin Fingland, clarinet; Elizabeth Fayette, violin; Gerall Hieser, cello.
Saturday, June 10, 2023, 7:30 PM (Connecticut)
Connecticut Choral Society and Festival Chorus (Chorus with instrumental, solo artists)
"John Rutter Mass of the Children Benefit Concert"
The Connecticut Choral Society, in partnership with Trinity Episcopal Church, Newtown, CT, presents John Rutter's Mass of the Children to benefit Newtown Youth & Family Services. Singers and choirs from across Western CT are invited to sing as part of the festival chorus as we present music of hope for a brighter tomorrow. By attending this concert and making a donation, you can help support the important work NYFS is doing in our community. It's a great way to enjoy beautiful music while making a positive impact on the lives of children and families in need. Trinity Episcopal Church, 36 Main Street, Newtown, CT
Admission: Free with a $20 per person suggested donation at the door in support of Newtown Youth & Family Services
For more info: info@ctchoralsociety.com
Eric Dale Knapp, conductor. Jennifer Sisco, soprano; Nina Porretta, soloist; Daisy Lowe, soprano; Peter Kendall Clark, baritone. Linda Sweetman-Waters, organ; Miriam Liske-Doorandish, cello. Festival Chorus.
The Connecticut Choral Society, in partnership with Trinity Episcopal Church, Newtown, CT, presents John Rutter's Mass of the Children to benefit Newtown Youth & Family Services. Singers and choirs from across Western CT are invited to sing as part of the festival chorus as we present music of hope for a brighter tomorrow. By attending this concert and making a donation, you can help support the important work NYFS is doing in our community. It's a great way to enjoy beautiful music while making a positive impact on the lives of children and families in need. Trinity Episcopal Church, 36 Main Street, Newtown, CT
Admission: Free with a $20 per person suggested donation at the door in support of Newtown Youth & Family Services
For more info: info@ctchoralsociety.com
Eric Dale Knapp, conductor. Jennifer Sisco, soprano; Nina Porretta, soloist; Daisy Lowe, soprano; Peter Kendall Clark, baritone. Linda Sweetman-Waters, organ; Miriam Liske-Doorandish, cello. Festival Chorus.
Saturday, June 10, 2023, 8:00 PM (Manhattan)
National Masterwork Chorus & Orchestra (Choir)
"Rooted in Song"
This compelling program features the commissioned work to celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander composers using Filipino poetry and music to engage the audience in a vibrant tradition that reflects history, culture and diverse influences. The second half features I Will Lift Up Mine Eyes by Adolphus Hailstork and I Will Make A Way by Tom Trenney, encouraging us to hold onto the hope that can help lead us through the valleys of our lives. Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall, 57th Street at Seventh Avenue
Admission: $12; RSVP by June 7 at 8 PM. E-mail for questions about discounted ticket offers and codes.
For more info: Tickets@nationalconcerts.com
This compelling program features the commissioned work to celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander composers using Filipino poetry and music to engage the audience in a vibrant tradition that reflects history, culture and diverse influences. The second half features I Will Lift Up Mine Eyes by Adolphus Hailstork and I Will Make A Way by Tom Trenney, encouraging us to hold onto the hope that can help lead us through the valleys of our lives. Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall, 57th Street at Seventh Avenue
Admission: $12; RSVP by June 7 at 8 PM. E-mail for questions about discounted ticket offers and codes.
For more info: Tickets@nationalconcerts.com
Saturday, June 10, 2023, 8:00 PM (New Jersey)
Ember Choral Arts (Choir)
"The Nu NormEL"
A musical journey that will take you through the complexities of the post-pandemic world. With the world premiere of James Knox's five-movement set, Work From Home, and two selections by Jake Runestad, including the post-premiere of his Ritual, this program features some of today's most innovative composers. From Moira Smiley to Eric Whitacre, Kate Rusby, Kyle Pederson and Stephen Smith, this concert is sure to leave you with a renewed sense of hope and inspiration. Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, 30 North Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ
Admission: $30 premium; $25 general.
For more info: Info@EmberArts.org
Deborah Simpkin King, conductor. VAN visitors can use the code EMBERVAN for $10 off the price of in-person general admission tickets.
A musical journey that will take you through the complexities of the post-pandemic world. With the world premiere of James Knox's five-movement set, Work From Home, and two selections by Jake Runestad, including the post-premiere of his Ritual, this program features some of today's most innovative composers. From Moira Smiley to Eric Whitacre, Kate Rusby, Kyle Pederson and Stephen Smith, this concert is sure to leave you with a renewed sense of hope and inspiration. Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, 30 North Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ
Admission: $30 premium; $25 general.
For more info: Info@EmberArts.org
Deborah Simpkin King, conductor. VAN visitors can use the code EMBERVAN for $10 off the price of in-person general admission tickets.
Sunday, June 11, 2023, 1:00 PM (Manhattan)
Yiddish Philharmonic Chorus (Choir)
"Chutzpah! Yiddish Songs of Defiance"
A variety of Yiddish anthems, theater songs, a liturgical setting, and even a children's song, all in some way rallying for solidarity or declaring the need for freedom. Merkin Concert Hall at Kaufman Center, 129 West 67th Street
Admission: $54; groups of 10 or more $40. Tickets at www.kaufmanmusiccenter.org/mch/event/chutzpah-yiddish-songs-of-defiance/.
For more info: info@YiddishChorus.org
Binyumen Schaechter, conductor.
A variety of Yiddish anthems, theater songs, a liturgical setting, and even a children's song, all in some way rallying for solidarity or declaring the need for freedom. Merkin Concert Hall at Kaufman Center, 129 West 67th Street
Admission: $54; groups of 10 or more $40. Tickets at www.kaufmanmusiccenter.org/mch/event/chutzpah-yiddish-songs-of-defiance/.
For more info: info@YiddishChorus.org
Binyumen Schaechter, conductor.
Sunday, June 11, 2023, 2:00 PM (Manhattan)
National Youth Chorus (Choir)
"National Youth Chorus at Carnegie Hall"
Our program begins by showcasing choral music's beauty and diversity while highlighting the importance of spirituality and community. The collection of these works is programmed in a powerful and moving way, conveying the music's beauty and emotion.The second half of our program features the world premiere of Tom Shelton's Missa Brevis of all treble voices in the National Youth Chorus featuring singers from all across the country. Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall, 57th Street at Seventh Avenue
Admission: $12; RSVP by June 7. E-mail for additional information and offer codes.
For more info: Tickets@nationalconcerts.com
Our program begins by showcasing choral music's beauty and diversity while highlighting the importance of spirituality and community. The collection of these works is programmed in a powerful and moving way, conveying the music's beauty and emotion.The second half of our program features the world premiere of Tom Shelton's Missa Brevis of all treble voices in the National Youth Chorus featuring singers from all across the country. Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall, 57th Street at Seventh Avenue
Admission: $12; RSVP by June 7. E-mail for additional information and offer codes.
For more info: Tickets@nationalconcerts.com
Sunday, June 11, 2023, 2:30 PM (Manhattan)
Harold Rosenbaum (Open sing)
"Renaissance Choral Workshop"
Conductor Harold Rosenbaum has chosen 100 of his favorite choral works from the Renaissance to explore over the course of 16 sessions. At each event he will not only lead singalongs, but will also offer his interpretive ideas by rehearsing selected works, leading to a sound and satisfying experience for all. Players of Renaissance instruments are welcome as well. Trinity Lutheran Church, 164 West 100th Street (at Amsterdam Avenue).
Admission: $12; tickets at ci.ovationtix.com.
For more info: www.haroldrosenbaum.com/renaissance-choral.html
Conductor Harold Rosenbaum has chosen 100 of his favorite choral works from the Renaissance to explore over the course of 16 sessions. At each event he will not only lead singalongs, but will also offer his interpretive ideas by rehearsing selected works, leading to a sound and satisfying experience for all. Players of Renaissance instruments are welcome as well. Trinity Lutheran Church, 164 West 100th Street (at Amsterdam Avenue).
Admission: $12; tickets at ci.ovationtix.com.
For more info: www.haroldrosenbaum.com/renaissance-choral.html
Sunday, June 11, 2023, 3:00 PM (Connecticut)
The Kent Singers (Choir and orchestra)
Schubert: Mass in E Flat Major
Haydn: Te Deum St. John's Church, New Milford, CT
Admission: $25 in advance; $30 at the door. Tickets at kentsingers.com/tickets/.
For more info: 860-619-8110 or info@kentsingers.org
James Knox Sutterfield, conductor. Presented with the support of CT Humanities, with funding provided by the Connecticut State Department of Economic and Community Development / Connecticut Office of the Arts, which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts and from the Connecticut State Legislature.
Haydn: Te Deum St. John's Church, New Milford, CT
Admission: $25 in advance; $30 at the door. Tickets at kentsingers.com/tickets/.
For more info: 860-619-8110 or info@kentsingers.org
James Knox Sutterfield, conductor. Presented with the support of CT Humanities, with funding provided by the Connecticut State Department of Economic and Community Development / Connecticut Office of the Arts, which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts and from the Connecticut State Legislature.
Sunday, June 11, 2023, 4:00 PM (Suffolk)
Bay Area Chorus of BAFFA (Community chorus)
"Songs of Friendship & Fun"
A pops concert for children, parents and grandparents to enjoy. Bayport United Methodist Church, 482 Middle Road, Bayport, NY
Admission: Donation
For more info: 631-589-7343 or office@baffa.org
Martha Campanile, director.
A pops concert for children, parents and grandparents to enjoy. Bayport United Methodist Church, 482 Middle Road, Bayport, NY
Admission: Donation
For more info: 631-589-7343 or office@baffa.org
Martha Campanile, director.
Sunday, June 11, 2023, 5:00 PM (New Jersey)
The Somerset Hills Chorus and Rise Up Chorus (Choir and instrumental ensemble)
James Whitbourn: Annelies, based on The Diary of Anne Frank
The Presbyterian Church in Morristown, 57 East Park Place, Morristown, NJ
Admission: $25; students free; $50 VIP.
For more info: erin@musicsh.org
Stephen Sands and Matthew LaPine, conductors. Sonya Headlam, soprano; James Lubrano, piano; Benjamin Fingland, clarinet; Elizabeth Fayette, violin; Gerall Hieser, cello.
Admission: $25; students free; $50 VIP.
For more info: erin@musicsh.org
Stephen Sands and Matthew LaPine, conductors. Sonya Headlam, soprano; James Lubrano, piano; Benjamin Fingland, clarinet; Elizabeth Fayette, violin; Gerall Hieser, cello.
Monday, June 12, 2023, 7:30 PM (Manhattan)
New York Choral Consortium (Open sing)
"The Big Sing"
An evening of favorite a cappella motets, madrigals and partsongs. Unaccompanied works by Palestrina, Morley, Brahms, Bruckner, Monteverdi, Fanny Hensel, Dett, Burleigh and more. Church of St. Vincent Ferrer, 869 Lexington Avenue (at 66th Street)
Admission: Free; register at www.newyorkchoralconsortium.org/the-big-sing.
For more info: nychoralc@gmail.com
Conductors: James John, Cerddorion; Clara Longstreth, New Amsterdam Singers; Vince Peterson, Empire City Men's Chorus; Bryan Zaros, Central City Chorus; Matthew Lewis, St. George's Choral Society; Elena Williamson, Park Slope Singers; Jason Asbury, Grace Chorale of Brooklyn; Jonathan DeVries, Canterbury Choral Society. James Wetzel, organ.
An evening of favorite a cappella motets, madrigals and partsongs. Unaccompanied works by Palestrina, Morley, Brahms, Bruckner, Monteverdi, Fanny Hensel, Dett, Burleigh and more. Church of St. Vincent Ferrer, 869 Lexington Avenue (at 66th Street)
Admission: Free; register at www.newyorkchoralconsortium.org/the-big-sing.
For more info: nychoralc@gmail.com
Conductors: James John, Cerddorion; Clara Longstreth, New Amsterdam Singers; Vince Peterson, Empire City Men's Chorus; Bryan Zaros, Central City Chorus; Matthew Lewis, St. George's Choral Society; Elena Williamson, Park Slope Singers; Jason Asbury, Grace Chorale of Brooklyn; Jonathan DeVries, Canterbury Choral Society. James Wetzel, organ.
Tuesday, June 13, 2023, 8:00 PM (Manhattan)
The NY Choral Society (Choir with orchestra)
"A Knee on the Neck"
Arvo Pärt: Fratres (Brothers) (arr. for strings) -– 1989
Ralph Vaughan Williams: Dona Nobis Pacem -– 1936
Adolphus Hailstork: A Knee on the Neck (text by Herbert Martin) -- 2021, New York premiere David Geffen Hall, 10 Lincoln Center Plaza
Admission: TBD
For more info: info@nychoral.org
David Hayes, music director.
Arvo Pärt: Fratres (Brothers) (arr. for strings) -– 1989
Ralph Vaughan Williams: Dona Nobis Pacem -– 1936
Adolphus Hailstork: A Knee on the Neck (text by Herbert Martin) -- 2021, New York premiere David Geffen Hall, 10 Lincoln Center Plaza
Admission: TBD
For more info: info@nychoral.org
David Hayes, music director.
Saturday, June 17, 2023, 7:00 PM (Manhattan)
St. George's Choral Society (Choir and strings)
"Summer Choral Festival"
Bach: Cantata 61, Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland
Schubert: Wehmut, D. 825 (TTBB)
Bach: "Wir eilen mit schwachen," from Cantata 78 (SA)
Schubert: Mass in G, D. 167 St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church, 246 East 15th Street
Admission: Free. A benefit for the group is scheduled immediately after. Admission to benefit is $20
For more info: msdalynac@gmail.com
Matthew Lewis, conductor.
Bach: Cantata 61, Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland
Schubert: Wehmut, D. 825 (TTBB)
Bach: "Wir eilen mit schwachen," from Cantata 78 (SA)
Schubert: Mass in G, D. 167 St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church, 246 East 15th Street
Admission: Free. A benefit for the group is scheduled immediately after. Admission to benefit is $20
For more info: msdalynac@gmail.com
Matthew Lewis, conductor.
Saturday, June 17, 2023, 7:30 PM (Online)
Melodia Women's Choir (Women's choir)
"Always Something Sings: Women's Voices Through the Ages -- VIRTUAL Concert"
An online concert celebrating Melodia's 20th anniversary for those who cannot attend our live performance of "Always Something Sings: Women's Voices Through the Ages", or for those who would like to experience the celebration again. Music by Hildegard von Bingen, Florence B. Price, Margaret Bonds, Abbie Betinis, Ola Gjeilo and Emma Lou Diemer, to name a few. Excerpts from Melodia-commissioned works by Allison Sniffin and Cevanne Horrocks-Hopayian are also featured. Online
Admission: Free with RSVP; donations gratefully accepted. Official links will be sent to all attendees prior to the event at the e-mail address used to secure tickets.
For more info: melodiachoirnyc@gmail.com
Cynthia Powell, artistic director. Allison Sniffin, piano and organ; Keiko Tokunaga and Jessica Park, violins; Gizem Yucel, viola; Ani Kalayjian, cello.
An online concert celebrating Melodia's 20th anniversary for those who cannot attend our live performance of "Always Something Sings: Women's Voices Through the Ages", or for those who would like to experience the celebration again. Music by Hildegard von Bingen, Florence B. Price, Margaret Bonds, Abbie Betinis, Ola Gjeilo and Emma Lou Diemer, to name a few. Excerpts from Melodia-commissioned works by Allison Sniffin and Cevanne Horrocks-Hopayian are also featured. Online
Admission: Free with RSVP; donations gratefully accepted. Official links will be sent to all attendees prior to the event at the e-mail address used to secure tickets.
For more info: melodiachoirnyc@gmail.com
Cynthia Powell, artistic director. Allison Sniffin, piano and organ; Keiko Tokunaga and Jessica Park, violins; Gizem Yucel, viola; Ani Kalayjian, cello.
Sunday, June 18, 2023, 2:00 PM (Manhattan)
New England Symphonic Ensemble (Choir with orchestra)
"The Music of Garcia, Jenkins and More"
Garcia: Missa de requiem, CPM 185
John Leavitt: Bound for Glory!
Karl Jenkins: Te Deum
Ola Gjeilo: Excerpts from Dreamweaver
Jim Taylor: Cambridge Songs Suite No. 1 Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall, 57th Street at Seventh Avenue
Admission: $50-$150
For more info: boxoffice@midamerica-music.com
Garcia: Missa de requiem, CPM 185
John Leavitt: Bound for Glory!
Karl Jenkins: Te Deum
Ola Gjeilo: Excerpts from Dreamweaver
Jim Taylor: Cambridge Songs Suite No. 1 Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall, 57th Street at Seventh Avenue
Admission: $50-$150
For more info: boxoffice@midamerica-music.com
Tuesday, June 20, 2023, 7:00 PM (Manhattan)
Salon Sanctuary Concerts (Vocalist and instrumentalist)
"Victorious Secret: Love Gamed and Gender Untamed
in the Sparkling Courts of the Baroque"
Music of Dowland, Ferrabosco, Frescobaldi, Purcell, Handel and others. Pangea, 178 2nd Avenue (between 11th and 12th Streets)
Admission: $36.05; tickets at salonsanctuary.ticketspice.com/victorious-secret.
For more info: salonsanctuaryconcerts@gmail.com
Elijah McCormack, male soprano; Christopher Morrongiello, lutes and baroque guitar. Dinner and drinks available at 5:00 PM.
Music of Dowland, Ferrabosco, Frescobaldi, Purcell, Handel and others. Pangea, 178 2nd Avenue (between 11th and 12th Streets)
Admission: $36.05; tickets at salonsanctuary.ticketspice.com/victorious-secret.
For more info: salonsanctuaryconcerts@gmail.com
Elijah McCormack, male soprano; Christopher Morrongiello, lutes and baroque guitar. Dinner and drinks available at 5:00 PM.
Sunday, June 25, 2023, 2:00 PM (Manhattan)
New England Symphonic Ensemble (Choirs with orchestra)
"The Music of Forrest, Runestad, Ray and More"
Dan Forrest: Requiem for the Living
Jake Runestad: Into the Light
Brahms: Schicksalslied
Gospel Mass Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall, 57th Street at Seventh Avenue
Admission: $40-$150
For more info: boxoffice@midamerica-music.com; 212-247-7800
Warren Cook, Erin Plisco, Jeffrey Cobb and Maria Ellis, conductors. With participating choruses.
Dan Forrest: Requiem for the Living
Jake Runestad: Into the Light
Brahms: Schicksalslied
Gospel Mass Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall, 57th Street at Seventh Avenue
Admission: $40-$150
For more info: boxoffice@midamerica-music.com; 212-247-7800
Warren Cook, Erin Plisco, Jeffrey Cobb and Maria Ellis, conductors. With participating choruses.
Saturday, July 8, 2023, 7:00 PM (Manhattan)
New England Symphonic Ensemble (Choirs with orchestra)
"The Music of Tchaikovsky, Poulenc and More"
Poulenc: Gloria
Ward: America the Beautiful (arr. Mack Wilberg)
Traditional: Battle Hymn of the Republic (arr. Ringwald)
Various: Armed Forces -- The Pride of America! (arr. Larry Clark / Greg Gilpin)
J. R. Johnson / J. W. Johnson: Lift Every Voice and Sing (arr. Craig Courtney)
Holst: Homeland (arr. Z. Randall Stroope)
Beethoven Symphony No. 6, "Pastoral"
Mozart: Ave Verum Corpus, K. 618 Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall, 57th Street at Seventh Avenue
Admission: $50-$150
For more info: boxoffice@midamerica-music.com; 212-247-7800
Phillip Morrow, Jeremy Tucker and Peter Tiboris, conductors. With participating choruses.
Poulenc: Gloria
Ward: America the Beautiful (arr. Mack Wilberg)
Traditional: Battle Hymn of the Republic (arr. Ringwald)
Various: Armed Forces -- The Pride of America! (arr. Larry Clark / Greg Gilpin)
J. R. Johnson / J. W. Johnson: Lift Every Voice and Sing (arr. Craig Courtney)
Holst: Homeland (arr. Z. Randall Stroope)
Beethoven Symphony No. 6, "Pastoral"
Mozart: Ave Verum Corpus, K. 618 Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall, 57th Street at Seventh Avenue
Admission: $50-$150
For more info: boxoffice@midamerica-music.com; 212-247-7800
Phillip Morrow, Jeremy Tucker and Peter Tiboris, conductors. With participating choruses.
Sunday, July 9, 2023, 4:00 PM (Westchester)
The Crossing (Vocal ensemble)
Ted Hearne: Farming (New York premiere)
Caramoor's Sunken Garden, 149 Girdle Ridge Road, Katonah, NY
Admission: Free; RSVP at caramoor.org/event/farming-the-crossing-summer-2023/
For more info: 914-232-1252 or boxoffice@caramoor.org
Donald Nally, conductor. Ashley Tata, director.
Admission: Free; RSVP at caramoor.org/event/farming-the-crossing-summer-2023/
For more info: 914-232-1252 or boxoffice@caramoor.org
Donald Nally, conductor. Ashley Tata, director.
Thursday, July 27, 2023, 7:00 PM (Manhattan)
New England Symphonic Ensemble (Choirs with orchestra)
"Gospel and More"
Traditional: I Want Jesus to Walk With Me (arr. Byron Smith)
Byron Smith: Work it Out
Byron Smith: Hope for Tomorrow
Byron Smith: He'll Make a Way
Bradbury: The Solid Rock (arr. Patricia Gill)
Glenn Burleigh: Jesus is a Rock (arr. Patrick Lundy)
Clark Joseph: Trust in the Lord
Morris: Yes God is Real (arr. Timothy Britten)
Anders Edenroth: Excerpts from Lionteeth (world premiere)
Imant Raminsh: Missa Brevis in C Minor
Stephen Paulus: Sing Creations Music On
Traditional: Poor Wayfaring Stranger (arr. Jonathan Rodgers)
Paul Basler: Alleluia
Kim André Arnesen: Even When He is Silent
Traditional: How Can I Keep From Singing (arr. Gwyneth Walker) Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall, 57th Street at Seventh Avenue
Admission: $50-$150
For more info: boxoffice@midamerica-music.com; 212-247-7800
Byron Smith, Clark Joseph, Ryan Holder, Cvetozar Vutev and Jeanne Wohlgamuth, conductors. With participating choruses.
Traditional: I Want Jesus to Walk With Me (arr. Byron Smith)
Byron Smith: Work it Out
Byron Smith: Hope for Tomorrow
Byron Smith: He'll Make a Way
Bradbury: The Solid Rock (arr. Patricia Gill)
Glenn Burleigh: Jesus is a Rock (arr. Patrick Lundy)
Clark Joseph: Trust in the Lord
Morris: Yes God is Real (arr. Timothy Britten)
Anders Edenroth: Excerpts from Lionteeth (world premiere)
Imant Raminsh: Missa Brevis in C Minor
Stephen Paulus: Sing Creations Music On
Traditional: Poor Wayfaring Stranger (arr. Jonathan Rodgers)
Paul Basler: Alleluia
Kim André Arnesen: Even When He is Silent
Traditional: How Can I Keep From Singing (arr. Gwyneth Walker) Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall, 57th Street at Seventh Avenue
Admission: $50-$150
For more info: boxoffice@midamerica-music.com; 212-247-7800
Byron Smith, Clark Joseph, Ryan Holder, Cvetozar Vutev and Jeanne Wohlgamuth, conductors. With participating choruses.
Sunday, November 19, 2023, 3:00 PM (Connecticut)
Connecticut Master Chorale (Choir with brass ensemble and steel drums)
"Annual Holiday Prelude Concert"
arr. Larry Shackley: Break Forth with Joy!
arr. John Purifoy: Christmas Jubilate
Marques Garrett, Samuel Carlton and Dan Forrest: Ring Out Ye Bells
arr. Dan Forrest: What Strangers Are These?
Laura Farnell: What Child Is This? (TTB)
arr. Kitty Fadul-Deen: Maringa Krismes
arr. Michael Larkin: Hanukkah Hayom!
arr. Mark Hayes: Fantasy on Five Christmas Carols
Kay Thompson, arr. Mark Hayes: The Holiday Season
A CALYPSO CHRISTMAS
Tina Johns Heidrich: A Calypso Puer Natus
Michael Perry, arr. Allen Pote: Calypso Carol
Glenn McClure: "Santo" (from A Caribbean Mass)
Howard Blake, arr. John Leavitt: Walking in the Air
Irving Berlin, arr. Gregg Jasperse: I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm
Alan Menken, arr. Mark Hayes: My Christmas Tree
Rebecca Peck, arr. Tom Fettke and Thomas Grass: Talkin' 'Bout Jesus First Congregational Church, 164 Deer Hill Avenue, Danbury, CT
Admission: $20 in advance; $25 at the door.
For more info: info@cmchorale.org
Tina Johns Heidrich, conductor. Connecticut Master Chorale Holiday Brass and Steel Drums.
Venue is handicap accessible. There is plenty of parking -- look for the signs.
arr. Larry Shackley: Break Forth with Joy!
arr. John Purifoy: Christmas Jubilate
Marques Garrett, Samuel Carlton and Dan Forrest: Ring Out Ye Bells
arr. Dan Forrest: What Strangers Are These?
Laura Farnell: What Child Is This? (TTB)
arr. Kitty Fadul-Deen: Maringa Krismes
arr. Michael Larkin: Hanukkah Hayom!
arr. Mark Hayes: Fantasy on Five Christmas Carols
Kay Thompson, arr. Mark Hayes: The Holiday Season
A CALYPSO CHRISTMAS
Tina Johns Heidrich: A Calypso Puer Natus
Michael Perry, arr. Allen Pote: Calypso Carol
Glenn McClure: "Santo" (from A Caribbean Mass)
Howard Blake, arr. John Leavitt: Walking in the Air
Irving Berlin, arr. Gregg Jasperse: I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm
Alan Menken, arr. Mark Hayes: My Christmas Tree
Rebecca Peck, arr. Tom Fettke and Thomas Grass: Talkin' 'Bout Jesus First Congregational Church, 164 Deer Hill Avenue, Danbury, CT
Admission: $20 in advance; $25 at the door.
For more info: info@cmchorale.org
Tina Johns Heidrich, conductor. Connecticut Master Chorale Holiday Brass and Steel Drums.
Venue is handicap accessible. There is plenty of parking -- look for the signs.
Sunday, March 10, 2024, 3:00 PM (Connecticut)
Connecticut Master Chorale (Choir and orchestra)
"Spring Concert"
Works by Dan Forrest:
LUX: The Dawn from on High
The Music of Living
i thank You God for most this amazing day
Light Beyond Shadow
Hallelu Yah -- three psalms of praise (147, 148, 150) First Congregational Church, 164 Deer Hill Avenue, Danbury, CT
Admission: $20 in advance; $25 at the door.
For more info: info@cmchorale.org
Tina Johns Heidrich, conductor. Connecticut Master Chorale Orchestra.
Works by Dan Forrest:
LUX: The Dawn from on High
The Music of Living
i thank You God for most this amazing day
Light Beyond Shadow
Hallelu Yah -- three psalms of praise (147, 148, 150) First Congregational Church, 164 Deer Hill Avenue, Danbury, CT
Admission: $20 in advance; $25 at the door.
For more info: info@cmchorale.org
Tina Johns Heidrich, conductor. Connecticut Master Chorale Orchestra.