Led by our own Bob Seay, we will listen to the opening chorale of Johann Sebastian Bach’s St. Matthew Passion, accompanied by commentary from Leonard Bernstein. Together, we’ll explore its structure and consider why it is particularly well suited for performance in a large church setting. Johann Sebastian Bach first performed his monumental St. Matthew Passion at St. Thomas Church in Leipzig, Germany, likely on Good Friday in 1727 or 1729. Bach wrote this masterpiece for two choirs and orchestras, specifically for the … Continue reading 12 Apr 2026: Bach: Master Builder

Join us for a musical celebration of International Women’s Day with Julie Charland and Denya LeVine as they perform guitar, fiddle, flute and ukelele, with vocal harmonies that sparkle with joyous energy. International Women’s Day is celebrated annually on March 8, commemorating women’s fight for equality and liberation along with the women’s rights movement. International Women’s Day gives focus to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and violence and abuse against women. Julie is a Nashville recording artist, award-winning … Continue reading 8 Mar 2026: International Women’s Day with Julie and Denya

Join us on November 16, 2025, for a musical celebration with David Sutherland and Rand Burkert.  Singer, songwriter, and guitarist David Sutherland plays a mix of his own and others’ serious and humorous songs that explore the currents that flow about in the corners of our hearts and our culture. A former lobbyist for 30 years with The Nature Conservancy, he has performed in coffeehouses and clubs in Southern New England for many years. Rand Burkert, who has released two CD’s, is a … Continue reading 16 Nov 2025: Music with David Sutherland and Rand Burkert