Upcoming Events
Outer Cape Winds—Weekly Rehearsal
Discover the joy of music in the company of kindred spirits. Outer Cape Winds, a vibrant new wind ensemble, welcomes individuals of all ages and abilities to share in the magic of making music together. Repertoire includes classic wind ensemble music, marches, Broadway tunes, and more.
The Lute Master: Early Music to the Last Frontier
Arts Speak Performance Lecture
Come to an extraordinary lute lecture-performance by Paul O’Dette, Professor of Lute and Director of Early Music at the Eastman School of Music and Artistic Co-Director of the Boston Early Music Festival. This afternoon will focus on the music of John Dowland, English Renaissance composer, lutenist, and singer, and the 400th anniversary of his death in 1626. Don't miss this opportunity to hear Paul O’Dette, “the clearest case of genius ever to touch his instrument.” (Toronto Globe and Mail)
Come to an extraordinary lute lecture-performance by Paul O’Dette, Professor of Lute and Director of Early Music at the Eastman School of Music and Artistic Co-Director of the Boston Early Music Festival. This afternoon will focus on the music of John Dowland, English Renaissance composer, lutenist, and singer, and the 400th anniversary of his death in 1626. Don't miss this opportunity to hear Paul O’Dette, “the clearest case of genius ever to touch his instrument.” (Toronto Globe and Mail)
Gregorian Chant Retreat: The Noble Chants of St. Michael & All Angels
Gregorian chant has long been known to foster peace, health, vitality, and a closer connection to God. These retreats are for everyone—from scholars with years of experience to anyone who seeks the beauty and benefits of this ancient music. Join us as we explore the riches of this glorious tradition in the beauty of a monastery on Cape Cod.
Wind Ensemble America 250 Concert Series: Pursuit of Happiness
An America250 Band Concert celebrating the American Dream and the Pursuit of Happiness! Music by John Williams, Rogers & Hammerstein, and Leonard Bernstein showcases the energy, ingenuity, and verve that makes our nation bustle and thrive!
Wind Ensemble America 250 Concert Series: Pursuit of Happiness
An America250 Band Concert celebrating the American Dream and the Pursuit of Happiness! Music by John Williams, Rogers & Hammerstein, and Leonard Bernstein showcases the energy, ingenuity, and verve that makes our nation bustle and thrive!
Reflections: The Waters of Life with Chara Percussion
Reflections considers the many moods of water—from the quiet serenity of still waters to the force of rushing rapids—and includes the impressionistic music of Maurice Ravel and Claude Debussy and contemporary voices Philip Glass, Owen Clayton Condon, and Rodrigo y Gabriela. At its heart is Pavel Karmanov’s Past Perfect, exploring the tension between pain and beauty, turbulence and stillness.
Reflections: The Waters of Life with Chara Percussion
Reflections considers the many moods of water—from the quiet serenity of still waters to the force of rushing rapids—and includes the impressionistic music of Maurice Ravel and Claude Debussy and contemporary voices Philip Glass, Owen Clayton Condon, and Rodrigo y Gabriela. At its heart is Pavel Karmanov’s Past Perfect, exploring the tension between pain and beauty, turbulence and stillness.
Creare Symphonia in Concert
Join us for Vaughan Williams iconically beautiful The Lark Ascending and Finzi's music for Shakespeare’s Love’s Labours Lost. Bask in the autumn glow warming the 20th century English musical landscape.
Creare Symphonia in Concert
Join us for Vaughan Williams iconically beautiful The Lark Ascending and Finzi's music for Shakespeare’s Love’s Labours Lost. Bask in the autumn glow warming the 20th century English musical landscape.
Sō Percussion Concert
Grammy-winning percussion quartet Sō Percussion has redefined chamber music for the 21st century through an “exhilarating blend of precision and anarchy, rigor and bedlam” (The New Yorker). Sō Percussion brings the joy, curiosity, and inherent connectivity of percussion in all its forms, fueled by a belief in the unifying power of music. Come experience the joy as they perform Steve Reich, Oliver Tarpaga and Kendall Williams!
Daniel Roth in Concert on the St. Cecilia Organ
World-renowned organist Daniel Roth from St. Sulpice in Paris is returning to present J. S. Bach, Franck, and Widor on the surround-sound St. Cecilia Organ— a rare chance to hear a French master live on Cape Cod! His previous Orleans concert drew rave reviews.
“blazing virtuosity” —Washington Star
“electrifying, passionate” —Gramophone
“blazing virtuosity” —Washington Star
“electrifying, passionate” —Gramophone
Lost Voices of Byzantium
Spyridon Antonopoulos is a chanter, scholar, and founder of the vocal ensemble Psaltikon. He obtained his PhD in Musicology from City, University of London, where he was Honorary Research Fellow from 2016-2019. He has performed a wide variety of musical genres in venues worldwide and has spoken at dozens of international academic conferences. Spyridon was musical director of UCLA/USC’s research project Soundscapes of Byzantium as well as a researcher and performer on Cappella Romana’s Lost Voices of Hagia Sophia; both projects featured Spiro’s original transcriptions of medieval chants.
Damon Grant: Arts Speak Performance Lecture
Mastering the Craft: the Gig, the Gear, the Goals
Damon Grant, percussionist, educator, and podcaster (Discussions in Percussion) will perform and speak on the tools of the trade—all that contributes to the progress and success in the life of a drummer.
Damon Grant, percussionist, educator, and podcaster (Discussions in Percussion) will perform and speak on the tools of the trade—all that contributes to the progress and success in the life of a drummer.
Pyware Visual Design Retreat
Join us on the shores of Cape Cod Bay for the landmark 16th Annual Visual Design Retreat! This one-of-a-kind retreat offers in-depth training in Pyware 3D Drill Design, featuring individual instruction, collaborative brainstorming, and networking with fellow designers. Enjoy masterclasses, the latest updates in design technology, and the opportunity to learn directly from some of the top instructors and drill designers in the field. Refresh your vision in a restorative environment.
Tickets & Information:
508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org
All events are subject to change.