Part of Bach’s Birthday Bash Weekend, The Sebastians bring razor-sharp precision and expressive depth to music of the Baroque and Classical eras. Acclaimed for their beautifully nuanced playing and engaging, self-directed performances, this period instrument ensemble delivers historically informed interpretations that feel vibrant, immediate, and alive. These six concertos are among the most well known […]

Part of Bach’s Birthday Bash Weekend With a selection of Bach’s keyboard repertoire for harpsichord and piano, attendees are invited to sit on stage alongside pianist Kristjon Imperio and harpsichordist Frederick Jodry to get close up to the performance action. Take a peek at the hand and footwork involved in performing on keyboard instruments, and […]

Part of Bach’s Birthday Bash Weekend Worcester Chamber Music Society, featuring their pianist Randall Hodgkinson, delivers an exquisite rendition of J.S. Bach’s Musical Offering, alongside two other works written for the configuration. The chamber ensemble takes the stage for this beautiful, intimate performance, bringing their tight-knit artistry to this music written for celebration.  Program starts at 8:00 […]

In Music Worcester’s second annual Cantatathon, Worcester Bach Collective ensembles and other regional partners perform a selection of cantatas at Mechanics Hall. This year’s event features the First Baptist Church Choir, Salisbury Singers, the Worcester Children’s Choir, and Voices of Concinnity with Consonare Choral Community. A cantata is a vocal work for solo/chorus and orchestra, […]

Celebrating the Frank Sinatra Songbook Featuring Chris Jason and the Sinatra Live Big Band Step into the golden age of American music as vocalist Chris Jason brings the timeless songs of Frank Sinatra to life. Best known for his long-running Las Vegas production The Rat Pack Is Back, Chris Jason has spent more than 25 […]

A World of Emotions: Musical discoveries from the old and the new world (1100-1780) Jordi Savall, “a magical musician,” (Washington Post) brings his early music ensembles Hespèrion XXI, La Capella Reial de Catalunya, as well as guest musicians from Canada, Guadeloupe, and Mexico, to the stage for a collaboration honoring musical discoveries from the last […]

Alexandre Kantorow is a pianist who can’t be missed. The first French pianist to win first prize at the Tchaikovsky Piano Competition, and performing with orchestras like the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and the Orchestre Nationale de France, Kantorow is a rising star. In 2024, he gained worldwide popularity from his performance of “Jeux d’Eau” in […]

Join The Worcester Chorus plus instrumentalists and soloists from Greater Worcester for this world premiere of the late Brian Story’s work. Inspired by Nkeiru Okoye’s song cycle “Songs of Harriet Tubman”, Story’s work uses speeches, newspaper articles, and sections from Douglass’ autobiography to portray Douglass’ life story. “In his journey from enslaved young man to internationally […]

Get ready for an evening where timeless artistry meets modern flair. Beyond the Frames: Classical Meets Cool features award-winning pianist Barron Ryan, blending classical virtuosity, jazz spirit, and irresistible energy. More than a concert, this event is a celebration of creativity across generations—bringing together live music and a Youth Art Auction & Showcase, highlighting the voices and visions […]

The Pout-Pout Fish Student MatineePresented by TheatreWorks USA When Mr. Fish sets out on a quest to find Miss Clam’s missing pearl, he discovers there is more to him than his permanently plastered pout. Turn the poutiest of frowns upside down in this musical featuring whimsical puppets and live performers in a sweeping oceanic adventure.  […]