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NewTV online tutorials
While NewTV is closed to the public, we're happy to present to you online tutorials. These short video lessons will allow you to learn new techniques or brush up on the basics from your home. Click here to view tutorials.
Historic Newton – Online Newton Artist Exhibit
Rediscover Newton artists from the 1850s - 1950s! This virtual Historic Newton exhibit includes paintings and sculptures by artists who were either born in Newton or spent a significant part of their lives here. Enjoy now here.
An online series on the history & nature of Jewish choral music
These audio and video podcasts, presented by Zamir Chorale of Boston, can serve as an introduction to the field of Jewish Choral Music. But caveat lector, these are not comprehensive; they provide only an introduction to the field. Readers may follow up with the many texts and websites that are listed elsewhere in this website:…
Cappella Clausura: Encore Performance of Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel’s Cantatas
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.
Zamir Chorale: Weekly Musical Message
Zamir is pleased to share a weekly musical message of inspiration. This week's message Boker Shel Zahav! Composer: Nurit Hirsch Arranger: Aryeh Levanon Conductor: Joshua Jacobson Virtual Choir created by: Ariel Wyner Performed by the Zamir Chorale of Boston Watch now and be inspired by this delightful synthesis of words and music.
Newton Baroque: Encore Performance on Facebook
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.
Newton Open Studios – Artists Online
Newton Open Studios is now online! Browse the NOS website for paintings, jewelry, ceramics, sculptures, wearable art, photography and more--all at your fingertips. Works in this photo include Shepherd's Run Jewelry, Marian Dioguardi, Michele Hoben, and John J. Murray. Click here!
First Church Chestnut Hill: Organ Music Online
First Church in Chestnut Hill is pleased to share this soothing organ music – 'Meditation #3 Twilight' by Pamela Marshall. Go here to listen right now. Scroll down the page, push the blue button, and enjoy! More info about First Church Chestnut Hill at firstchurchchestnuthill.org.
Cappella Clausura ONLINE: Ordo Virtutum from 2/15/20
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…
10 events,
NewTV online tutorials
While NewTV is closed to the public, we're happy to present to you online tutorials. These short video lessons will allow you to learn new techniques or brush up on the basics from your home. Click here to view tutorials.
Historic Newton – Online Newton Artist Exhibit
Rediscover Newton artists from the 1850s - 1950s! This virtual Historic Newton exhibit includes paintings and sculptures by artists who were either born in Newton or spent a significant part of their lives here. Enjoy now here.
An online series on the history & nature of Jewish choral music
These audio and video podcasts, presented by Zamir Chorale of Boston, can serve as an introduction to the field of Jewish Choral Music. But caveat lector, these are not comprehensive; they provide only an introduction to the field. Readers may follow up with the many texts and websites that are listed elsewhere in this website:…
Cappella Clausura: Encore Performance of Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel’s Cantatas
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 Baroque: Encore Performance on Facebook
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.
Newton Open Studios – Artists Online
Newton Open Studios is now online! Browse the NOS website for paintings, jewelry, ceramics, sculptures, wearable art, photography and more--all at your fingertips. Works in this photo include Shepherd's Run Jewelry, Marian Dioguardi, Michele Hoben, and John J. Murray. Click here!
First Church Chestnut Hill: Organ Music Online
First Church in Chestnut Hill is pleased to share this soothing organ music – 'Meditation #3 Twilight' by Pamela Marshall. Go here to listen right now. Scroll down the page, push the blue button, and enjoy! More info about First Church Chestnut Hill at firstchurchchestnuthill.org.
Cappella Clausura ONLINE: Ordo Virtutum from 2/15/20
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…
New Art Center remote class: Intro to Pastel Techniques
New Art Center remote class: Intro to Pastel Techniques
Soft pastels are fun to use, colorful and expressive. Learn the foundations through a series of guided exercises, demonstrations and instructional handouts. Explore mark making, layering and blending with a focus on value, color and composition in a creative and supportive environment. This class is especially designed for a beginner or those wanting to try…
Newton Free Library: Virtual Storytime
Newton Free Library: Virtual Storytime
Newton Free Library presents Virtual Storytime on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. Join Newton Free Library virtually for storytime on Zoom! Watch and enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes. Geared towards kids up through age 4. More info at newtonfreelibrary.net.
10 events,
NewTV online tutorials
While NewTV is closed to the public, we're happy to present to you online tutorials. These short video lessons will allow you to learn new techniques or brush up on the basics from your home. Click here to view tutorials.
Historic Newton – Online Newton Artist Exhibit
Rediscover Newton artists from the 1850s - 1950s! This virtual Historic Newton exhibit includes paintings and sculptures by artists who were either born in Newton or spent a significant part of their lives here. Enjoy now here.
An online series on the history & nature of Jewish choral music
These audio and video podcasts, presented by Zamir Chorale of Boston, can serve as an introduction to the field of Jewish Choral Music. But caveat lector, these are not comprehensive; they provide only an introduction to the field. Readers may follow up with the many texts and websites that are listed elsewhere in this website:…
Cappella Clausura: Encore Performance of Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel’s Cantatas
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 Baroque: Encore Performance on Facebook
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.
Newton Open Studios – Artists Online
Newton Open Studios is now online! Browse the NOS website for paintings, jewelry, ceramics, sculptures, wearable art, photography and more--all at your fingertips. Works in this photo include Shepherd's Run Jewelry, Marian Dioguardi, Michele Hoben, and John J. Murray. Click here!
First Church Chestnut Hill: Organ Music Online
First Church in Chestnut Hill is pleased to share this soothing organ music – 'Meditation #3 Twilight' by Pamela Marshall. Go here to listen right now. Scroll down the page, push the blue button, and enjoy! More info about First Church Chestnut Hill at firstchurchchestnuthill.org.
Cappella Clausura ONLINE: Ordo Virtutum from 2/15/20
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…
Historic Newton: Storytime Online!
Historic Newton: Storytime Online!
Historic Newton as moved its Storytime online! Watch their Facebook page every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. through April 29 for a story and a crafts project, especially for children ages 0-3. Click here.
New Art Center remote class: Painterly Portraits Workshop
New Art Center remote class: Painterly Portraits Workshop
Learn the foundations of portraiture and be on your way to create a better likeness and expression of your subject. Students will learn about facial structure and anatomy while giving full expression to the human face. Students will work from photos, and should have some previous painting experience. See website for materials list and more…
12 events,
Historic Newton – Online Newton Artist Exhibit
Rediscover Newton artists from the 1850s - 1950s! This virtual Historic Newton exhibit includes paintings and sculptures by artists who were either born in Newton or spent a significant part of their lives here. Enjoy now here.
An online series on the history & nature of Jewish choral music
These audio and video podcasts, presented by Zamir Chorale of Boston, can serve as an introduction to the field of Jewish Choral Music. But caveat lector, these are not comprehensive; they provide only an introduction to the field. Readers may follow up with the many texts and websites that are listed elsewhere in this website:…
Cappella Clausura: Encore Performance of Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel’s Cantatas
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 Baroque: Encore Performance on Facebook
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.
Newton Open Studios – Artists Online
Newton Open Studios is now online! Browse the NOS website for paintings, jewelry, ceramics, sculptures, wearable art, photography and more--all at your fingertips. Works in this photo include Shepherd's Run Jewelry, Marian Dioguardi, Michele Hoben, and John J. Murray. Click here!
First Church Chestnut Hill: Organ Music Online
First Church in Chestnut Hill is pleased to share this soothing organ music – 'Meditation #3 Twilight' by Pamela Marshall. Go here to listen right now. Scroll down the page, push the blue button, and enjoy! More info about First Church Chestnut Hill at firstchurchchestnuthill.org.
Cappella Clausura ONLINE: Ordo Virtutum from 2/15/20
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…
Newton Free Library: Virtual Storytime
Newton Free Library: Virtual Storytime
Newton Free Library presents Virtual Storytime on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. Join Newton Free Library virtually for storytime on Zoom! Watch and enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes. Geared towards kids up through age 4. More info at newtonfreelibrary.net.
New Art Center remote class: Exploring the Beauty of Letterforms
New Art Center remote class: Exploring the Beauty of Letterforms
Drawing – Learn to take a closer look at what we often take for granted: the letterforms all around us—shop signs, packaging labels, subway posters, newspaper/magazine headlines and ads, even the numerals on clocks. Each typeface has its unique DNA that expresses the history of typography. In this workshop you’ll design your own sign, create…
Virtual Trivia Night at the Newton Free Library
Virtual Trivia Night at the Newton Free Library
Come join the fun and test your mastery of useful (and useless) information! Library staff will challenge players with questions from a variety of categories on Zoom. No restrictions on team size. One registration per team. Max of 2 zoom locations per team. The Zoom link will be sent out the day before the event. Click here…