Newton Cultural Alliance

Zamir Chorale of Boston: musical message for the week
2020-05-11 10:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
From the 1938 Yiddish musical, “Mamele,” with lyrics by Molly Picon and music by Abe Ellstein. Performed in an arrangement by Josh Jacobson with the Zamir Chorale of Boston. Roslyn Barak, solo. Jim Guttman, bass. Bob Wiener, drums. Mark Miller, clarinet. (CD “An Hour in the Garden of Eden”) Listen to this beautiful choir here! For more information visit http://www.zamir.org

Cappella Clausura ONLINE: Ordo Virtutum from 2/15/20
2020-05-12, 2020-05-13, 2020-05-14, 2020-05-15, 2020-05-16, 2020-05-17, 2020-05-18 | ONLINE, United Kingdom, E16 2DQ
Cappella Clausura is pleased to share virtually its special performance of Hildegard von Bingen’s Ordo Virtutum from 2/15/20. Immerse yourself in chanted opera: what Director LeClair calls the very first opera, written around 1150 by Abbess and now St. Hildegard von Bingen, fully staged for modern audiences with 18 women and men lending gender fluidity to the various ancient roles; with Na’ama Lion, flute; Nancy Hurrell, harp; Laura Jeppesen, vielle; and Mike Williams, percussion. Enjoy this lovely concert now by clicking here. More info at clausura.org.

Newton Baroque: Encore Performance on Facebook
2020-05-12, 2020-05-13, 2020-05-14, 2020-05-15, 2020-05-16, 2020-05-17, 2020-05-18 | ONLINE, United Kingdom, E16 2DQ
Newton Baroque presents its January 12, 2019, performance of Johann Jakob Walther ‘Hortulus Chelicus’ Sonata 24, Prelude via Facebook. This program features Susanna Ogata, violin; Sarah Freiberg Ellison, cello; Simon Martyn-Ellis, theorbo; and Andrus Madsen, harpsichord. Listen to this delightful performance now here. More about Newton Baroque at newtonbaroque.org.

Cappella Clausura: Encore Performance of Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel’s Cantatas
2020-05-12, 2020-05-13, 2020-05-14, 2020-05-15, 2020-05-16, 2020-05-17, 2020-05-18 | ONLINE, United Kingdom, E16 2DQ
Enjoy Cappella Clausura’s beautiful performances of Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel’s cantatas. Fanny wrote her extraordinary and timely “Cholera” cantata in 1831 to commemorate that year’s epidemic in Berlin, so Cappella Clausura is particularly pleased to be able to share it with you now. More info about Cappella Clausura at clausura.org. View this performance here.

Newton Piano Summit: Warren Wolf in Concert ONLINE
2020-05-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Facebook Live, United States
The Newton Piano Summit is pleased to present Warren Wolf on Saturday, May 16, at 1:00 p.m. via Facebook Live. At that time, access the concert right here. Warren Wolf is a hurricane multi-instrumentalist from Baltimore, MD, playing vibraphone, drums, and piano with equal ability. He has been a consistent poll winner and his performance and recordings have won him accolades all over the globe. Warren is also a member of the Donal Fox Group, which includes bassist John Lockwood and drummers Dafnis Preito and Terri Lyne Carrington. Warren is currently the drummer of choice for Alto Saxophonist Tia Fuller, who tours with internationally renowned pop star Beyonce Knowles. He has performed throughout the United States of America, South America, Canada, Italy, Spain, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Scotland, London, Greece, Singapore, Thailand, Jarkata, Bangkok, Tokyo, Paris, Moscow and many other countries.
COVID-19 has changed our world and for artists who depended greatly on live performances for income, the impact is devastating. The Newton Piano Summit is committed to helping these artists by paying for their performances. 100% of revenue is paid to the performers. You can make a tax-deductible donation through the Waban Improvement Society here. More info at newtonpianosummit.org.

Cappella Clausura: The Dinner Party illuminated by the spectacular art of Fran Forman! CANCELED
2020-05-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Eliot Church of Newton, 474 Centre St, Newton, MA, 02458, United States
Immerse yourself in visual and musical beauty: Cappella Clausura and friends Na’ama Lion, flute; Nancy Hurrell, harp; Catherine Liddell and Charles Iner, theorbos and baroque guitars; and Mike Williams, percussion, gather around a table to sing “after dinner” entertainment part-songs by Barbara Strozzi, Vittoria Aleotti, Rebecca Clarke, and Fanny Mendelssohn, all illuminated by the stunning images of visual artist Fran Forman (franforman.com)! Tickets: $35/Adults, $30/Seniors, $20/Students. More info at clausura.org.

New Phil: Classics III - Music for All CANCELED
2020-05-16 19:00 - 22:00, 2020-05-17 15:00 - 18:00 | First Baptist Church in Newton, 848 Beacon St, Newton, MA, 02459, United States
The New Philharmonia Orchestra wraps up its exciting 25th season filled with celebratory spirit, incredible music, and exciting guest performances. Join them as they perform “Music for All,” a program which includes the world premiere of a piece by Tom Vignieri, Beethoven’s masterwork, Symphony No. 9, and beautiful singing from the Metropolitan Chorale. Tickets are $10-$48. The concert will be followed by a reception. For more information visit newphil.org.
Classics III Program: Vignieri World premiere, a New Phil anniversary commission Beethoven Symphony No. 9 Rachele Schmiege, soprano Britt Brown, mezzo soprano Omar Najmi, tenor Ryne Cherry, baritone Metropolitan Chorale, Lisa Graham, Music Director

Suzuki School of Newton @ Waban Village Day CANCELED
2020-05-17 11:00 - 14:30 | Waban village center
Suzuki School of Newton students will once again be providing music for Waban’s annual Village Day!
Waban Village Day also offers plenty of food, entertainment, amusement rides and games for kids of all ages, handmade crafts, jewelry, gifts and more. There is also an opportunity to chat with members of the Waban Library Center and Waban Area Council to learn more about these organizations and discuss important issues with city officials, candidates, and citizens organizations.

Pro Arte: Salon Livestream Concert
2020-05-17 15:00 - 16:00 | Facebook Live, United States
Pro Arte was supposed to perform the third Salon concert of the season at the Scandinavian Cultural Center on May 17. The musicians are recording performances from their homes that will be live streamed on Facebook.com/ProArteBoston to share with the Pro Arte community. Music brings us together as one, especially when socially distanced. Please join us for expert performances from the comfort of home.
This performance will be streamed free of charge. Donations are welcome.

Cappella Clausura: The Dinner Party illuminated by the spectacular art of Fran Forman!
2020-05-17 17:00 - 19:00 | St. Paul's Church, 15 St. Paul St, Brookline, MA, 02446, United States

Zamir Chorale: Weekly Musical Message
2020-05-18 | YouTube
Zamir is pleased to share this week’s musical message of inspiration. This week’s message is Boker Shel Zahav. Composed by Nurit Hirsch and Arranged by Aryeh Levanon. Enjoy here!
Virtual Choir created by: Ariel Wyner
Conductor: Joshua Jacobson
Performed by the Zamir Chorale of Boston.
