AGO EVENTS CALENDAR

Take a guided journey through time and culture to reflect on the ways music has given voice to our deepest desires, dreams, hopes, and even fears. Explore the intersections of nature, faith, and culture that illuminate the sacred spaces we create within and around us. Consider what gives you sanctuary through hearing works by James Macmillan, Imant Raminsh, Moses Hogan, Arvo Pärt, Kevin Siegfried, and more. Celebrate the echoing voices that bring us from darkness to light, from despair to hope, and from danger to sanctuary. Daniel Parsley, Guest Conductor Director of Choral Activities and Director of Graduate Conducting Programs School of Music at Boston University

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Holy Name Parish
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Contact: Daryl Bichel, darylbichel@aol.com, 617/312-8328

Jared Lamenzo, organist of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral in New York City, plays the 1827 Appleton at Second Congregational in Middle Haddam. The program features music of Vivaldi, Valeri, Mendelssohn, Raynor Taylor, Chausson, and others. Jared plays the 1868 Henry Erben organ in NYC, which is currently under restoration. This Appleton was moved out of NYC by Erben in 1844; Brooklyn-based organ builder and restorer Larry Trupiano rebuilt and restored the instrument, re-dedicated in 1992 in a recital by John Ogasapian. Now approaching the organ's 200 birthday, it is time to celebrate!

Works by Vivaldi, Valeri, Mendelssohn, Taylor, Chausson, Boieldieu
Second Congregational Church

Contact: Bob Marshall at 203.232.7387

GMChorale has another fantastic Main Stage concert planned for the fall of 2024 in the Santo Fragilio Performing Arts Center at Middletown High School, 200 LaRosa Lane. Our fall concert of Baroque music on Sunday, November 10, at 4 p.m., will open with motets by German composer Heinrich Schütz, followed by two majestic works, J.S. Bach’s jubilant “Gloria in Excelsis Deo (Cantata BWV 191)” and G.F. Handel’s rarely performed “Dettingen Te Deum.” Composed within a couple of years of each other at a time of war, they both convey messages of gratitude and peace. The program will close with the “Dona Nobis Pacem” from Bach's divine “Mass in B Minor.” Under the baton of Artistic Director, Joseph D’Eugenio, GMChorale will join forces with the talented Orchestra New England and the heavenly voices of The Elm City Girls’ Choir. A pre-concert lecture by Wesleyan Professor Neely Bruce will begin at 3 p.m. For more information and tickets go to <a href="https://www.gmchorale.org/events" target="_blank">(link)</a>.

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Middletown High School

Contact: info@gmchorale.org

We at Assabet Valley Mastersingers are pleased to offer an invitation and ten tickets to our upcoming concert. Under the direction of Dr. Robert P. Eaton, we are pleased to invite all music enthusiasts and opera aficionados to experience “Andiamo: Great Opera Choruses and Arias” on November 10, 2024, at 3:30 PM. The concert will be held at Trottier Middle School, located at 49 Parkerville Rd, Southborough, MA 01772. This enchanting concert will take audiences on a journey through the realms of Italian, German and French opera, featuring a captivating selection of beloved classics. Attendees can look forward to performances of iconic works such as Verdi’s “Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves” from Nabucco, the exhilarating “Triumphal March ” from Aida, and Puccini’s exquisite “Humming Chorus” from Madama Butterfly. This concert will feature Erin Smith, Soprano and Michael Gonzalez, Tenor; they will join AVM during some of the concert selections. Audiences will leave the concert whistling something beloved and very familiar whether it is the drinking song from La Traviata, the wedding march from Lohengrin, or Carmen's seductive Habanera.

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Trottier Middle School
Children under 12 = free

Take a guided journey through time and culture to reflect on the ways music has given voice to our deepest desires, dreams, hopes, and even fears. Explore the intersections of nature, faith, and culture that illuminate the sacred spaces we create within and around us. Consider what gives you sanctuary through hearing works by James Macmillan, Imant Raminsh, Moses Hogan, Arvo Pärt, Kevin Siegfried, and more. Celebrate the echoing voices that bring us from darkness to light, from despair to hope, and from danger to sanctuary. Daniel Parsley, Guest Conductor Director of Choral Activities and Director of Graduate Conducting Programs School of Music at Boston University

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First Church in Cambridge
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Contact: Daryl Bichel, darylbichel@aol.com, 617/312-8328

Featuring internationally acclaimed artists Zhanna Alkhazova (Soprano) and Natasha Ulyanovsky (Organ). The concert will include works by F. Mendelssohn, M. Reger, F. Schubert, G. Verdi, S. Karg-Elert.

Works by Mendelssohn, reger, Schubert, Verdi, Karg-Elert
Congregation Beth Israel

Contact: bethisrael@cbict.org

Before sound recording could be joined with film, artists of the cinema relied in great part upon organists to bring their work to life. On this evening, St. Michael’s will transform into a movie theatre as world-renowned silent film accompanist, Peter Krasinski, improvises the music for a screening of the 1928 comedy, The Cameraman, starring Buster Keaton. This gag-filled classic is sure to keep the whole family giggling!

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St. Michael's Episcopal Church
$100 for season subscription (5 concerts

Duo Maresienne (Carol Lewis, violas da gamba; Olav Chris Henriksen, Baroque guitar and cittern) will play folk songs, fairytale tunes and dances from the mountains, plus art music from the cities of Norway, including sonatas and suites by Schenck, Storm, Winding and others.

Works by Schenck, Storm, Winding, traditional Norwegian
Somerville Museum
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Contact: For more info, call (617) 666-9810 or go to (link)

Service of Advent Lessons & Carols will be presented on Sunday, December 8, at 10:15 am. The Adult Choir will present carols of the season, with a special emphasis on women composers. The Holy Eucharist will be celebrated. You are welcome to attend this traditional service.

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St. James' Episcopal Church

Duo Maresienne (Carol Lewis, violas da gamba; Olav Chris Henriksen, Baroque guitar and cittern) will play folk songs, fairytale tunes and dances from the mountains, plus art music from the cities of Norway, including sonatas and suites by Schenck, Storm, Winding and others.

Works by Schenck, Storm, Winding, traditional Norwegian
Lindsay Chapel, First Church in Cambridge Congregational
Tickets are available at the door.
Contact: For more info, email catlines@aol.com or call (617) 776-0692

St. John\'s Choir, directed by Buffy Gray with guest organist Andrew Sheranian, will present a beautiful service of lessons and carols for Advent. Come to join in singing great hymns and listen to scripture readings and anthems that reflect the texts and themes of Advent. The service will include music by Palestrina, Archer, Warlock, Gibbons, Cleobury, Hadley, Biebl, and Bach. A candlelight reception will follow the service. All are welcome.

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The Parish of St. John the Evangelist

November 29 & 30, 2024, 4:30 PM Embrace the spirit of the season with candlelit services of Advent Lessons and Carols. Experience uplifting readings, prayers, and carols performed by Gloriæ Dei Cantores at the Church of the Transfiguration—a cherished tradition for over thirty years. Doors will open one hour before the service; no tickets required.

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Church of the Transfiguration

Contact: 508-240-2400

The 2024-2025 Pipes Alive! series continues with organist Walden Moore playing the St. John’s organ on Sunday, December 1, at 12:30pm. This event will be presented in person and by livestream.

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Music at the Red Door - St. John's Episcopal Church

Contact: concerts@reddoormusic.org

Our annual Advent Service of Lessons & Carols will feature hymns for the season as well as choral anthems by Britten, Hassler, Wood, and Gardner.

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St. Michael's Episcopal Church

St. John's Choir, directed by Buffy Gray with guest organist Andrew Sheranian, will present a beautiful service of lessons and carols for Advent. Come to join in singing great hymns and listen to scripture readings and anthems that reflect the texts and themes of Advent. The service will include music by Palestrina, Archer, Warlock, Gibbons, Cleobury, Hadley, Biebl, and Bach. A candlelight reception will follow the service. All are welcome.

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The Parish of St. John the Evangelist

Ensemble Chaconne (Peter H. Bloom, baroque flute; Olav Chris Henriksen, baroque lute; Carol Lewis, viola da gamba)plays a Concert Royale by François Couperin, an early flute sonata by Georg Frideric Handel, and even a lute concerto by Antonio Vivaldi. There will be lute solos by Sylvius Leopold Weiss, and a fantasia for solo viola da gamba by Georg Philipp Telemann, and a flute sonata by Johann Sebastian Bach.

Works by Hotteterre, Couperin, Weiss, Handel, Telemann, Vivaldi, J.S. Bach
Somerville Museum
Tickets are available at the door. Museu
Contact: For more info, call (617) 666-9810 or go to (link)

Westborough, MA — The Assabet Valley Mastersingers is thrilled to announce its upcoming Messiah Sing event. This festive occasion promises to be a memorable celebration of music, community, and holiday spirit. The Messiah Sing is a unique event that encourages audience participation, allowing attendees to become part of the performance, and share in the magic of Handel's masterpiece. We invite music enthusiasts and community members to join in this interactive and joyous concert experience!

Works by Handel
The Congregational Church of Westborough

Contact: Mike Ring

The Jubilate Chamber Choir And Soloists: invite you to join them for a Community Messiah Sing! We will sing through the Christmas portion of the Messiah followed by the Hallelujah Chorus. Bring your own score and the audience will sit by vocal sections. We hope to see you there!

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The Tabernacle Congregational Church
Proceeds go to the Tabernacle Church Com

Advent’s Lessons and Carols has been an important Anglican ritual since the late 1800’s. In the tradition of King’s College, Cambridge, an introspective journey of sacred stories and music help prepare us for the Christmas Season. On Sunday, December 15, at 3:00pm, Lessons & Carols will provide you moment of musical peace in this often-complicated world, as we offer spectacular carols and musical anthems from a long tradition of music of the season. This event will be presented in person and by livestream. The St. John’s Choir School and Adult Choir; Walden Moore, interim choirmaster; Floyd Higgins, organist.

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Music at the Red Door - St. John's Episcopal Church

Enjoy a concert with Alexander Kollias, clarinetst and Natasha Ulyanovsky, organist.

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Congregation Beth Israel

Contact: bethisrael@cbict.org

Christmas Concerto by Corelli, Noël Alsacien by Guilmant, Good King Wenceslas, Nutcracker Variations, Jewish Dances by Nichifor

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Congregation Beth Israel

Contact: bethisrael@cbict.org

Light from Deepest Heaven The Seraphim Singers Saturday, December 21 at 8 PM Holy Name Parish 1689 Centre Street, West Roxbury Sunday, December 22 at 3 PM Trinity Parish 11 Homer Street, Newton Centre Sunday, December 22 at 7:30 PM* First Church in Cambridge 11 Garden Street, Cambridge Jennifer Lester, Conductor Heinrich Christensen, Organist The Bitumen Brass Quartet Description A Seraphim Christmas will fill you with serene joy and jubilant good tidings, and be enhanced with carol singing by all and the majesty of The Bitumen Brass Quartet. The program will include works by Daryl Bichel, Graham Gordon Ramsay, Jason Robison, John Rutter, Timothy Takach, and Patricia Van Ness. Cambridge composer James Woodman's gorgeous piece The Midwife's Tale, one of Seraphim’s favorites, will be featured along with the popular work Christmas Cantata by Daniel Pinkham. Experience the peace and blessings of Christmas in a heavenly way just days before the 25th. *Note that the 7:30 pm concert on Sunday will be without brass and the Pinkham work will not be included. Other works will be substituted. Participate in Seraphim’s Winter Wear Drive! At the three Christmas concerts we will be collecting winter wear donations for those facing housing insecurity. The items will be distributed by The Friday Café at First Church in Cambridge, Seraphim’s designated outreach partner. Donate new and gently used stur...

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Holy Name Parish

Contact: darylbichel@aol.com

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with First Night Boston by joining us for a free organ concert at the Christian Science Plaza at 3:00 p.m. You can also visit the Mapparium? globe in the How Do You See the World?? experience for free all day and tour The Mother Church at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and following the organ concert. The Christian Science Reading Room will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to browse inspiring resources and join with others to listen to a timely Sentinel Watch podcast. To view the concert program and learn more about other First Night activities happening at the Plaza, please visit christianscience.com/firstnight.

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Christian Science Plaza

The 2024-2025 Pipes Alive! series continues with organist Kari Miller playing the St. John’s organ on Sunday, January 5, 2024, at 12:30pm. This event will be presented in person and by livestream.

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Music at the Red Door - St. John's Episcopal Church

Contact: concerts@reddoormusic.org

Although many organists may seem quite solitary, spending hours practicing alone in dimly lit churches, the ability to collaborate with other musicians is an important part of their skill set. Violinist, Lisa Brooke, accompanied by Raymond Hawkins, will highlight our instrument’s collaborative capabilities with a program of works by Biber, Rheinberger, and others. (Snow Date: Jan. 26)

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St. Michael's Episcopal Church
$100 for season subscription (5 concerts

Join us on Sunday, January 19, at 2:00pm, for New World Trio, Ensemble-in-Residence at Music at the Red Door. Anhared Stowe, violin Peter Zay, cello David Ballena, piano This event will be presented in person only.

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Music at the Red Door - St. John's Episcopal Church

Contact: concerts@reddoormusic.org

The 2024-2025 Pipes Alive! series continues with organist Madison Thompson playing the St. John’s organ on Sunday, February 2, at 12:30pm. This event will be presented in person and by livestream.

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Music at the Red Door - St. John's Episcopal Church

Contact: concerts@reddoormusic.org

The 2024-2025 Pipes Alive! series continues with organist Michelle Horsley playing the St. John’s organ on Sunday, March 2, at 12:30pm. This event will be presented in person and by livestream.

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Music at the Red Door - St. John's Episcopal Church

Contact: concerts@reddoormusic.org

For centuries, composers in awe of the organ’s majesty have written masterpieces which have remained in the repertoire to this day. Often overlooked, however, are the masterpieces being written today that will become the classics of the years to come. In our penultimate program of the series, Cathy Meyer, Minister of Music and Organist at South Church (UCC) in Andover, MA, will present works by contemporary and living composers as we celebrate the present and future of our organ. (Snow Date: Mar. 23)

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St. Michael's Episcopal Church
$100 for season subscription (5 concerts

Noted by the Boston Globe for playing with passion and precision, join us 0n Friday, March 21, at 7:30pm for an evening of exquisite chamber music with The Claremont Trio. Known as the freshest breath of air in the world of chamber music today, be ready as they take full advantage of the beautiful acoustics of the St. John’s nave. This event will be presented in person and by livestream.

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Music at the Red Door - St. John's Episcopal Church

Contact: concerts@reddoormusic.org

The 2024-2025 Pipes Alive! series continues with organist Sarah Ku playing the St. John’s organ on Sunday, April 6, at 12:30pm. This event will be presented in person and by livestream.

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Music at the Red Door - St. John's Episcopal Church

Contact: concerts@reddoormusic.org

Join us on Sunday, April 13, at 2:00pm, for New World Trio, Ensemble-in-Residence at Music at the Red Door. Anhared Stowe, violin Peter Zay, cello David Ballena, piano This event will be presented in person only.

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Music at the Red Door - St. John's Episcopal Church

Contact: concerts@reddoormusic.org

You’ll find it impossible to sit still during this evening featuring Afro-Cuban influenced rhythms and soulful, creative music and dance. Join us on Friday, May 2, at 7:30pm as we welcome back Ed Fast and Congabop for this upbeat treat for young and old alike! This event will be presented in person and by livestream.

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Music at the Red Door - St. John's Episcopal Church

Contact: concerts@reddoormusic.org

The 2024-2025 Pipes Alive! series continues with organist Angela Kraft-Cross playing the St. John’s organ on Sunday, May 4, at 12:30pm. This event will be presented in person and by livestream.

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Music at the Red Door - St. John's Episcopal Church

Contact: concerts@reddoormusic.org

For the churchgoer, singing hymns might be a familiar activity, but for those who wish to partake in communal singing outside of a liturgical context, or for those who just can’t get enough on Sunday mornings, this event is for you! James Bobb, professor of organ at St. Olaf College, will lead a hymn festival focusing on texts that invoke God’s love, but will also include a local favorite, Marblehead’s Official Town Anthem, “Marblehead Forever”.

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St. Michael's Episcopal Church
$100 for season subscription (5 concerts

Our 2023-2024 season draws to a close with Pipes Alive! featuring St. John's organ artist-in-residence Christa Rakich playing the St. John’s organ Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 12:30pm. This event will be presented in person and by livestream.

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Music at the Red Door - St. John's Episcopal Church

Contact: concerts@reddoormusic.org