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The James Library & Center for the Arts
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Norwell High School AP Student Art Show
Opening Reception: Friday, February 7, 6 to 8 pm
On view: February 7 through March 8
James Library & Center for the Arts, 24 West Street, Norwell
Admission is free, all are welcome
AP Art students’ portfolios are driven by personal research. There is no preferred style, only encouragement to experiment, practice, revisit and revise as they think about the synthesis between materials, ideas, and how to tell their story to the audience they are trying to reach. Student work displayed is always in flux and has the potential to be worked back into and altered again (and again) prior to the submission of the AP exam in May.
Each student has two pieces of work in this exhibit that convey ideas as to where their research is leading them. The James Library & Center for the Arts and Norwell High School are proud to display and showcase work by these accomplished student artists as they continue to find their voice. Sponsored by the Savage Godfrey Gallery and the Norwell Cultural Council, a local agency supported by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
The Adventures of Benjamin Franklin ~ with Actor J.T. Turner
Sunday, February 16, 2 pm
James Library & Center for the Arts, 24 West Street, Norwell
Tickets: $20 general admission, $10 students
A limited number of free tickets for seniors are available, courtesy of a Cordelia Family Foundation grant
Printer, scientist, inventor, author, ambassador, postmaster, philanthropist, patriot: Benjamin Franklin has even been called “the First American.” In this original, interactive one-man show, award-winning actor/playwright/historian J.T. Turner portrays one of the world’s greatest statesmen and authors, Benjamin Franklin, as he weaves together history, civics, science, and humor by recounting the story of his life. Dr. Franklin discusses his challenging youth in Boston, his days as a printer and writer in Philadelphia, and his adventures as an inventor, philanthropist, diplomat, and hero of the American Revolution. Sponsored by the Edward and Estelle Mosher Memorial Fund, the Bob Melone Team at radius financial group, and by the Hingham, Norwell, and Scituate Cultural Councils, local organizations supported by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
J.T. Turner (SAG-AFTRA, AEA) is an award-winning stage, screen and audio actor, teaching artist and speaker. He has toured theaters, museums, schools, universities, historical sites, libraries, and senior centers all over the North America with his original one-man shows, as well as storytelling, mindful movement, and theater education programs.
J.T.’s original play “Within These Walls” was featured at the Smithsonian Museum of American History and awarded an Essex National Heritage Pioneer in Partnerships Award. His Mill Talk: The Charles Dickens Lectures” was commissioned by The Lowell Institute & Charles River Museum of Industry, and he has served as an on-camera historical consultant on The Travel Channel. He has been awarded multiple Pinnacle Awards from The Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration.
J.T. had served as a visiting artist at the Longy School of Music, Boston University, and University of Massachusetts/Lowell, among others. He is also a professional circus ringmaster, fight choreographer, certified instructor of qigong, tai chi, & meditation, and acting, accent, memory, and public speaking coach.
Mini Golf ~ Vacation Fun for the Whole Family
Tuesday, February 18, 11 am to 2 pm
James Library & Center for the Arts, 24 West Street, Norwell
Free with required pre-registration at jameslibrary.org
Looking for something fun to do during winter break? Join us at the James for an indoor round of mini golf. The entire building will be transformed into a 10-hole mini golf course with greens and holes winding through the stacks, around the art gallery, and through the concert hall. Everything is provided, including clubs, balls, scorecards, and fun! Sponsored by Lynch, Marini, & Associates and the Bob Melone Team at Radius Financial Group.
Cape Cod and the Portland Gale of 1898 ~ with Don Wilding
Sunday, March 9, 1 pm
James Library & Center for the Arts, 24 West Street, Norwell
Tickets: $20 general admission, $10 students
A limited number of free tickets for seniors are available, courtesy of a Cordelia Family Foundation grant
On the night of November 26, 1898, with a killer storm of historic proportions approaching, the steamer Portland set out from Boston. By the following night, the winter hurricane had sent the vessel to the depths of Massachusetts Bay off Cape Cod, claiming nearly two hundred lives. On the Cape, a few dozen victims of the Portland disaster washed ashore, while ships piled up in harbors, high tides swept away railroad tracks and the landscape and beaches were changed forever. Several Cape Cod mariners went to sea and never returned, caught in the gale’s evil clutches. Local author Don Wilding revisits this disaster and the heroic deeds of the U.S. Life-Saving Service and the Cape’s citizenry in what came to be known as “the Portland Gale.” Sponsored by Cheever Tavern.
Since the start of the millennium, Don Wilding has been telling stories of Cape Cod Outer Beach history through lectures, video, and the written word. Don is the author of five books on Cape Cod history.
Don is a Cape tour guide and is a frequent speaker of lore on Cape Cod, in Massachusetts, and across New England. He previously served as an award-winning newspaper editor, writer, columnist, and designer in Massachusetts. Don has also led history walks for the Harwich Conservation Trust since 2018 and was recognized as one of their “Conservationists of the Year” in 2023. He also was previously an instructor of Cape Cod history courses for the Open University of Wellfleet and Nauset Community Education.
6th Annual Spring Juried Art Show
Opening Reception: Friday, March 21,6 to 8 pm
On view: March 21, through April 26
James Library & Center for the Arts, 24 West Street, Norwell
Admission is free, all are welcome
Welcoming artists of all levels and art of all mediums. Cash awards to winners. More information and detailed prospectus can be viewed at jameslibrary.org.
Allison Rudnick, Associate Curator of Drawings and Prints, of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, NY, has been secured as juror for The James’ 6th Annual Spring Juried Art Show. Allison Rudnick is an associate curator in the department of Drawings and Prints at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Her recent exhibitions include “The Art of the Literary Poster: Works from the Leonard A. Lauder Collection” (2024) and “Art for the Millions: American Culture and Politics in the 1930s” (2023), each of which was accompanied by a catalogue. She has published and presented widely on modern and contemporary printmaking practices and visual culture with a focus on art of the United States.
The show welcomes artists of all levels and art of all mediums. Cash awards will be presented to winners. More information, and detailed prospectus can soon be viewed at jameslibrary.org.
Sponsored by the Cordelia Family Foundation, the Frame Center of Hanover, and the Cohasset, Hanover, Hingham, and Marshfield Cultural Councils, local cultural councils that are supported by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Evan Murphy Bluegrass Band
Saturday, March 22, 7:30 pm
James Library & Center for the Arts, 24 West Street, Norwell
Tickets: $35 general admission, $30 seniors, $20 students
A night of toe-tapping, hand-clapping Bluegrass! Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Evan Murphy Bluegrass Band! Evan Murphy, lead singer and guitarist of Mile Twelve, brings his signature sound and heartfelt storytelling to The James’ stage with Moriah Ozberkmen, mandolin, Devon Gardener, fiddle, and Chris Sartori, bass. Don’t miss this intimate performance filled with the rich, soulful sounds! Sponsored by the Edward and Estelle Memorial Fund and Coastal Heritage Bank. This event is also sponsored in part by the Norwell and Scituate Cultural Councils, local cultural councils supported by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Jazz Singer Lori Williams
Saturday, April 5, 7:30 pm
James Library & Center for the Arts, 24 West Street, Norwell
Tickets: $35 general admission, $30 seniors, $20 students
Acclaimed international Jazz vocalist Lori Williams has a most impressive resume as a performing artist, music educator, songwriter, producer, musical theater actress, radio host, business owner, and artist-in-residence with over 30 years of experience. Lori has had the honor of working with many notable artists as lead, background, studio session, and guest vocalist. Her annual vocal jazz tour and performance at music festivals have taken her the world over. Her vocal jazz artist residences allowed her to mentor students on college campuses in the United States and abroad.
As a veteran vocal educator and coach, Lori has received many nationally acclaimed honors for her contributions to the arts. Immersed in traditional jazz from an early age, and earning a B.A. in Mass Media Arts from Hampton University, she also hosts a weekly radio program focused on women in jazz, the international scene and young performers dedicated to the roots and traditions of the music.
Lori has published six independent albums and has recorded with numerous artists internationally. Sponsored by Poppy & John Troupe and Fox Hill Wealth Management. Also sponsored in part by the Marshfield, Norwell, and Scituate Cultural Councils, local agencies that are sponsored by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Homes of Norwell Tour 2025
Friday, April 11, 9 am to 2 pm
Marketplace, program, and ticket sales begin at 9 am, Cushing Memorial Hall, 673 Main Street, Norwell
Featured homes open from 10 am to 2 pm
Tickets: $50 in advance, $60 day of tour
A limited number of free tickets for senior are available thanks to a Cordelia Family Foundation grant
The Homes of Norwell Tour 2025 is an engaging house tour featuring many historic homes researched by the Norwell Historical Society. A unique opportunity to see the interiors of some of the beloved antiques in town! A list of houses, addresses, and their history will be provided to ticket holders on the day of the tour at the Cushing Center. This event is a benefit fundraiser supporting The James Library & Center for the Arts.
Exhibit: Color Noise ~ by Artist Dina Brennan
Opening Reception Friday, May 9, 6 to 8 pm
On view May 9, through June 14
James Library & Center for the Arts, 24 West Street, Norwell
Free admission, all are welcome
Artist Dina Brennan shares that her creativity was sparked by COVID, of all things, and coined her “Quarantine Creative.” “I started taking out all of my art supplies and playing with watercolor landscapes which I called ‘colorscapes.’ The idea was letting the water move how it wanted against the page to create a loose and abstract visual of what I saw on my daily walks. I was also taking black and white photos every day, which focused on line and texture. I like the idea of playing with lines that emulate horizons and layering values that create depth. Working abstractly is something that is new to me and I have had a lot of fun experimenting with new painting tools and different types of acrylic paints, mediums and soluble artists’ crayons.”
In her new body of work, each piece is focused on limiting my color palette and pushing color relationships while maintaining a balance in tone and movement. “With that movement, I really want to explore what sound looks like, particularly in nature. My love of color motivates me most in creating my art. I’m endlessly caught up in the colors found and created in nature, no matter where I am in the world. Growing up and living in New England has been very influential because of the ever-changing seasons, the continuous moving landscape found along the coast and the way the light makes everything seem different from day to day. The naturally occurring color combinations found while spending time outdoors inspires me to try and create those connections while painting. I am working to see if can visually depict sound within a landscape. Does sound have a color? Does color make a noise?”
Dina has worked with local artists, serving 25 years in her role at the Frame Center, where recently enhanced showroom and gallery spaces showcase original art by local artists. “Our goal is to create a safe space for the community to enjoy and celebrate their art without the pressures of a traditional gallery.”
Exhibit: Sculptor Jared Hadfield ~ of Forest Street Studio
Opening Reception: Friday, June 20, 6 to 8 pm
On view: June 20, through August 8
James Library & Center for the Arts, 24 West Street, Norwell
Free admission, all are welcome
Sculptor and craftsman Jared Hadfield is a based in Marshfield. “In 2020, I built a 2,000-square-foot workshop on my property called Forest Street Studio to accommodate large-scale projects and the scope of my free-ranging imagination. My background is split between the fine art world and fabrication industry, allowing me to approach custom projects and distinctive sculptures with dual sensibilities in craft and design. My process usually begins with engineered wood, hefty structural beams I collect from the lumberyard then carve down, shape and refine. At times, found metal hardware will spark a vision and become the starting point for a new form. Inspiration from my nautical surroundings on the South Shore often makes its way into my work as well as the spontaneous creativity of my kids.”
Since 1874, The James Library has served the South Shore community as a warm gathering place. Housed in a landmark Victorian in historical Norwell Center, The James is dedicated to serving the community by providing high-quality programs, resources and materials through a concert hall, art gallery and the operation of a free lending library. As an independent, non-profit arts center we foster a mission for the creation, appreciation, and enjoyment of the arts for residents of all ages on the South Shore, while preserving the historic character of our home. The James Library is located at 24 West Street, Norwell and is open to the public Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 5 pm and on Saturday from 11 to 1 pm. For more information, please call 781-659-7100, visit jameslibrary.org or follow The James Library on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
The Company Theatre Center for the Arts
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MOMologues the Musical
Wednesday & Thursday, February 5 & 6, 7:30 pm
The Company Theatre, 30 Accord Park Drive, Norwell
Tickets: $37 premium, $32 standard, 18+ only
Two hilarious, heartwarming concert performances of MOMologues the Musical, based on the hit series seen worldwide! Straight from sold-out shows in LA and NYC! Content is appropriate for audience members ages 18+ only.
Draw the Line ~ Tribute Concert
Friday, February 14, 8 pm
The Company Theatre, 30 Accord Park Drive, Norwell
Tickets: $75 premium, $35 standard
Draw the Line, the ultimate Aerosmith tribute, is the only group that has been featured on the Aerosmith website and Aerosmith’s Official Fan Club. With support and accolades from Steven Tyler, as well as journalists, top DJs, and fans worldwide, it’s no wonder Draw the Line is recognized as a one-of-a-kind. “A professional show band in a league of their own amongst tribute acts, and of a caliber that is unparalleled in the tribute genre.”
Love Notes: A Swingin’ Affair Big Band in Concert
Sunday, February 16, 3 pm
The Company Theatre, 30 Accord Park Drive, Norwell
Tickets: $40 premium, senior tickets $35 for groups of 15+ only, arranged by calling box office 781-871-2787
“Love Notes: A Swingin’ Affair Big Band in Concert” features the most sought-after all-star professional performing artists in greater Boston, convened in captivating swing and love songs for just one night – a rare opportunity! Revel in 16 inspired instrumentalists as they dive into the toe tappin’ Great American Songbook, exploring the legendary tunes of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin, and the timeless Rat Pack. Swoon over the huge swingin’ sound of professional frontman vocalist Donnie Norton, and special guest vocalist Sarah Bass, as bandleader Steve Bass brings all the class, fun, and excitement of Sinatra’s soundstage to you! Hit songs include “Fly Me To the Moon” and “I’ve Got The World On A String”, “L-O-V-E,” “Fever,” “Witchcraft,” and so much more.
Mutts Gone Nuts!
Wednesday, February 19, 1 and 4 pm, Thursday, February 20, 1 pm
The Company Theatre, 30 Accord Park Drive, Norwell
Tickets: $30 premium, $25 standard
Featuring some of the world’s most talented canines, this action-packed comedy dog spectacular will be sure to steal your heart. Perfect entertainment for the family during February school vacation week!
RENT the Musical
March 7 through 23, Thursdays through Saturdays, 7:30 pm, Sundays, 3 pm
The Company Theatre, 30 Accord Park Drive, Norwell
Tickets: $60 premium, $56 standard
Experience a year in the lives of a vibrant group of youthful Bohemian artists and musicians as they navigate the challenges of survival, creativity, and love in New York’s Lower East Side. RENT is a powerful story of finding your voice, seizing the moment, and embracing love. Winner of the Tony Award for “Best Musical” and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, RENT has become a cultural touchstone, captivating audiences with its electrifying music and timeless message that resonates across generations.
Shrek the Musical
April 4, 5, 11, and 12, 7:30 pm; April 12, 4 pm; April 6 and 13, 3 pm
The Company Theatre, 30 Accord Park Drive, Norwell
Tickets: $30
A delightful fairy tale adventure of an awkward ogre who finds himself on a life changing journey, alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a gingerbread cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand…and his name is Shrek.
Six the Musical, Teen Edition
April 25, 26, May 2, 3, 7:30 pm; May 3, 4 pm, April 27 and May 4, 3 pm
The Company Theatre, 30 Accord Park Drive, Norwell
Tickets: $38 premium, $32 standard
Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a euphoric celebration of 21st-century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over.
Founded in 1979 by Zoe Bradford and Jordie Saucerman, The Company Theatre (TCT) is an award-winning regional theatre, a true treasure of Boston’s South Shore. The destination center for the arts produces 4 musicals, 1 play, 5 youth productions, and a concert and special event series annually, attracting more than 35,000 patrons. The Academy of Company Theatre (ACT) offers year-round technical training in voice, acting, dance, film and more to both youth and adults, and the heart of ACT – its renowned summer workshop.
The Company Theatre’s widely acclaimed integrity is rooted in presenting highly trained and dedicated actors, live music performances, lavish costuming, elaborate set work, as well as its outstanding educational programs. Its staff and artistic team are on a continuous quest for excellence by producing passionate, energetic, and professional quality performances. TCT attributes its success to its long-time dedicated staff and artisans who are proud to bring their craft to loyal patrons.
The Company Theatre’s box office is open Mondays from 10 am to 5 pm, Thursday from 11 am to 6 pm, and two hours before each performance. For more information, visit companytheatre.com, email boxoffice@companytheatre.com, call 781-871-2787, or follow The Company Theatre on social media.
Tutti Music Collective
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Scapes ~ A Spring Concert
Saturday, April 5, 2 pm
Boynton Yards, 101 South Street, Somerville
Tickets: TBA
Tutti Music Collective’s local living composers explore atmospheric “scapes” in music – soundscapes, landscapes, dreamscapes, seascapes, and cityscapes. Enjoy the original music of local artists, including Javier Márquez, Kelvyn Koning, Rachel Marie Schachter, Mary Casiello, Jay Verchin, Dann Russo, and RJ Burckardt.
The Tutti Music Collective is committed to showcasing the music of local minority, LGBTQIA+, and living composers, in the belief that concert music should reflect the diversity of the world we live in. The Collective strives to create spaces where these voices are heard and celebrated. Through the Collective’s performances, it aspires to engage audiences, while championing inclusivity and equity in the arts. Learn more at thetuttimusiccollective.com.
Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra
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Happy Birthday, Ravel!
Sunday, April 27, 2:30 pm
Whitman Town Hall, 54 South Avenue, Whitman
Suggested admission $5, with a donation to benefit Whitman Food Pantry
Michael Bednarsky, Conductor
Saturday, May 3, 7:30 pm
East Weymouth Congregational Church, 1320 Commercial Street, Weymouth
Tickets: Price and purchase link TBA
Michael Bednarsky, Conductor
Join Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra as it celebrates the birthday of one of France’s most celebrated composers, Maurice Ravel, in a concert that highlights both his work and the broader tapestry of French music. This special evening will showcase a rich program of iconic compositions that span several centuries, filled with passion, elegance, and evocative storytelling.
The concert opens with Hector Berlioz’s dramatic “Rákóczy March” from “La damnation de Faust,” a stirring and powerful piece that sets the stage for the evening’s musical journey. Next, on to Ravel’s “Pavane pour une infante défunte,” an elegant depiction of a Spanish princess from a bygone era. Ravel’s haunting and hypnotic “Boléro,” one of the most famous orchestral pieces in the world, known for its mesmerizing, repetitive melody. Camille Saint-Saëns’ “Symphony No. 2, Movement I,” delivers energy and lyrical beauty with its sweeping melodies and bold orchestrations.
Post-intermission, the orchestra performs Georges Bizet’s “L’Arlésienne Suite 1,” evoking Southern France’s landscape through vibrant, folk-inspired music. American expatriate George Gershwin lends an arrangement of “An American in Paris,” capturing the excitement and charm of the City of Lights in jazzy rhythms and lush orchestral color.
A stirring selection from Claude-Michel Schönberg’s “Les Misérables,” arranged by Bob Lowden, concludes the evening with the unforgettable melodies of this beloved musical in an orchestral setting. The Whitman performance of this program benefits Whitman Food Pantry.
Program:
Hector BERLIOZ Rákóczy March, from La damnation de Faust
Maurice RAVEL Pavane pour une infante défunte
Maurice RAVEL Bolero
Camille SAINT-SAENS Symphony No.2, movement I
~ Intermission ~
Georges BIZET L’Arlesienne Suite 1
George GERSHWIN An American in Paris Suite
Arr. John Whitney
Claude-Michel SCHÖNBERG Selections from Les Misérables
Arr. Bob Lowden
Considered the oldest continual civic orchestra in the country, Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra was founded in 1914 as the Whitman Orchestral Club. The orchestra’s mission is to provide fun and experience for musicians and audiences of all ages and levels of accomplishment.
Pilgrim Festival Chorus
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25th Anniversary PFC Gala
Sunday, March 9, 4 to 8 pm
Indian Pond Country Club, 60 Country Club Way, Kingston
Tickets: $125 individuals, $225 couples, available at pilgrimfestivalchorus.org
In celebration of 25 years as a premier community chorus on Boston’s South Shore, Pilgrim Festival Chorus (PFC) cordially invites the public to its 25th Anniversary PFC Gala. Join chorus members past and present, Board leadership and artistic directors, fans and benefactors for an unforgettable evening filled with music, laughter, and lasting memories.
Gala highlights includes a cocktail hour featuring appetizers, beverages, and live piano music, a silent auction offering unique bidding items and engaging experiences, a delicious dinner, DJ and dancing. Honored speakers offer anecdotes about PFC’s history and special memories, along with celebratory presentations from public officials.
Old and New ~ Pilgrim Festival Chorus’s 25th Anniversary Spring Concert
Saturday, April 5, 7:30 pm
Scituate Center for the Performing Arts, 606 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Scituate
Sunday, April 6, 4 pm
St. Bonaventure Parish, 803 State Road, Plymouth
Artistic Directors William B. Richter and Elizabeth Chapman Reilly
18-piece orchestra, with vocal soloists Allyson Lynch, David Lynch, Anne Smith-White, and David Tyler
Tickets: $25 adults, $20 seniors, $15 for students over 14, free for Card to Culture attendees, and children 14 and under
available at available at pilgrimfestivalchorus.org, and at the door
A fitting celebration to mark PFC’s 25th concert season, “Old and New” features the exuberant 1749 C.P.E. Bach “Magnificat” (an “old” work) in contrast to Elaine Hagenberg’s sublime “Illuminare,” (a “new” work, recently composed). The Bach composition speaks of joy and celebration, while the Hagenberg piece explores light in the sense of beauty, goodness, and hope. Together, these pieces represent PFC’s broad performance history: vintage works and contemporary ones, with traditional texts and unexpectedly introspective vision, looking forward to a bright future, even while remembering a rich past.
“Old and New” also refers to the span of PFC’s membership, many who have sung with the ensemble from its earliest days, beside those who may have just joined this season. The Scituate performance is a collaboration with the 50-member Scituate High School Select Choir in the “Illuminare” work.
Since 1999, PFC has provided South Shore audiences with classical choral music concerts. More than 100 vocalists of all adult ages from 20 South Shore communities currently fill out the ensemble. In addition to its spring large-scale choral concert, PFC presents an annual winter concert and “Messiah Sing” in December, as well as a summer concert series featuring Broadway and Americana music.
Tickets for “Old and New” are $25 for adults, $20 for senior citizens, and $15 for students over 14. Card to Culture attendees and children ages 14 and under are admitted for free. Tickets are available at pilgrimfestivalchorus.org/tickets, from PFC members, and at the door. For more information, including details on membership and performances, visit pilgrimfestivalchorus.org, or follow Pilgrim Festival Chorus on Facebook and Instagram.
Pilgrim Festival Chorus is a volunteer, nonprofit choral ensemble dedicated to presenting diverse choral works that educate, enrich, and engage both its members and its audiences. PFC performances are funded in part by grants from Plymouth and Middleborough Cultural Councils, as well as other regional cultural councils, local agencies supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. PFC performances are produced in part by cooperation with See Plymouth and Plymouth County Commissioners. For more information, visit pilgrimfestivalchorus.org, or follow Pilgrim Festival Chorus on Facebook and Instagram.
Pilgrim Festival Chorus is pleased to participate in Mass Cultural Council’s Card to Culture program; inquire by email for details and available discounts. Pilgrim Festival Chorus is supported, in part, by grants from Mass Cultural Council, a state agency, and its local cultural councils in Middleborough and Plymouth.
Concord Women’s Chorus
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Still Heard Round the World: A Celebration of Music Written by and for Women
Saturday, May 3, 4 pm
Trinity Episcopal Church, 81 Elm Street, Concord
Jane Ring Frank, director; Scott Nicholas, accompanist
Tickets: $30 adults, $25 seniors and students, $10 children 12 and under
In honor of the 250th anniversary of the historic battles of Concord and Lexington, Concord Women’s Chorus presents a program of women composers writing for women’s voices. Featuring the texts of famous Concord (and New England) authors (including Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Lidian Jackson Emerson, Martha Lawrence Prescott, and more), the concert features Libby Larsen’s Concord Fragments, commissioned by the chorus in 2010; Melissa Dunphy’s Grown Wild, with text by Concord poet Melissa Apperson, commissioned 2020; Rosephanye Powell’s To Sit and Dream, with text by Langston Hughes; Tara Traxler’s Birds of Passage; and a new arrangement of Ralph Waldo Emerson’s The Concord Hymn. The concert features voices, piano, oboe, clarinet, and violin.
Sandwich Arts Alliance
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To be announced soon!
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