The Crossing — TIME
The season opens with Time, an exploration of memory, nature, and transformation. The program features the East Coast premiere of Nicholas Cline's The Sea Came Up and Drowned, plus a reprise performance of Joshua Stamper's 'mid the steep sky's commotion.
Yale Schola Cantorum & Juilliard415 — J.S. Bach: St. Matthew Passion
Bach's St. Matthew Passion performed by Yale Schola Cantorum with Juilliard415 at Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center, New York, NY.
Harmonia Stellarum — Praetorius & Schütz: Chorale Concertos
Advent and Christmas melodies expand into multi-choir chorale concertos, inviting the audience to join in song. December 6, 2026, 4:00 PM Central at First Lutheran Church, Houston, TX.
The Crossing @ Christmas
The Crossing’s annual December concerts, part of the Jeffrey Dinsmore Memorial Concerts, with David Lang’s Pulitzer Prize-winning the little match girl passion at the heart of the program. Three performances: December 18 and 19, 2026 in Philadelphia, PA, and December 20, 2026 in New York, NY.
The Crossing — How to Survive
The world premiere of the multimedia piece “How to Survive” by Suzanne Bocanegra, with music by Hildur Guðnadóttir, Shara Nova, Julia Wolfe, and Ayanna Woods. Performances run November 19, 2026 through January 3, 2027 in Philadelphia, PA.
Harmonia Stellarum — Sigismondo d'India: Madrigals & Monodies
At the radical edge of the early Baroque, d’India reshapes music around poetry, contrast, and expressive intensity. January 10, 2027, 4:00 PM Central at First Lutheran Church, Houston, TX.
The Crossing — David Lang: poor hymnal
The world premiere of the staged version of David Lang’s “poor hymnal,” directed by Annie-B Parson. Tour performances: January 29 & 30, 2027 in Richmond, VA; February 15 & 17, 2027 in Houston, TX; February 19–21, 2027 in Chapel Hill, NC.
Lyric Fest — Winaretta Singer Polignac
A Lyric Fest program celebrating the legendary patron Winaretta Singer, Princesse de Polignac, with songs by Fauré, Schumann, Satie, Bach, Hahn, and Quilter. March 6, 2027, 3:00 PM at Market Street Music, Wilmington, DE.
The Thirteen — J.S. Bach: St. Matthew Passion
Bach’s St. Matthew Passion in a fully staged and acted production, marking 300 years since its 1727 Leipzig premiere. March 13, 2027, 7:30 PM at Washington National Cathedral, Washington, D.C.
Apollo's Fire — J.S. Bach: St. Matthew Passion
Apollo’s Fire and conductor Jeannette Sorrell return to Bach’s most legendary masterpiece on the 300th anniversary of its Leipzig premiere, with the GRAMMY-nominated Apollo’s Singers. March 20, 2027, 7:00 PM at Severance Music Center, Cleveland, OH.
Harmonia Stellarum — Monteverdi & al: Venetian Vespers
Music for evening prayer by Monteverdi and his Venetian contemporaries, from inward devotion to festive grandeur. April 4, 2027, 4:00 PM Central at First Lutheran Church, Houston, TX.
The Crossing — David Lang: before and after nature
The New York premiere of David Lang’s “before and after nature,” featuring the Bang on a Can All-Stars. April 9, 2027 in New York, NY.
The Crossing — what belongs to me
Music by Gabriela Ortiz, Shara Nova, and Ayanna Woods. Two performances: April 17, 2027 in Philadelphia, PA and April 18, 2027 in Pittsburgh, PA.
EcoVoice Project — What the Earth Remembers
The Earth Day premiere of “What the Earth Remembers,” a major new work by Shawn Okpebholo with libretto by Marcus Amaker, performed by the New Earth Ensemble with guest high school choirs. April 24, 2027, 7:30 PM Central at The Forum at the Obama Presidential Center, Chicago, IL.
Harmonia Stellarum — Mendelssohn: Psalms for Eight Voices
Psalms, among humanity’s most enduring prayers, in eight voices of Renaissance clarity and Romantic warmth. May 9, 2027, 4:00 PM Central at First Lutheran Church, Houston, TX.
The Crossing — Month of Moderns 2027
The Month of Moderns 2027 featuring the JACK Quartet. Two performances: June 19, 2027 in Philadelphia, PA and June 25, 2027 in Pittsburgh, PA.
Yale Consort — Evensong Service
An Evensong service with the Yale Consort at Christ Church New Haven. The service is from 3:30–6:30 PM, with Evensong at 5:30 PM.
"Earth" at New Music New Haven
Concluding the season, this evening highlights contemporary works for large and small ensembles by artistic director Aaron Jay Kernis and students.
The Crossing @ Christmas
How does a Christmas song express our numerousness?
A mother’s contemplations on her child’s destiny contrast with our desire for peace and our seeming inability to achieve it. Mary intuits her son’s journey: birth, life, and sacrifice—like us, holding hope of a common fate of freedom. We introduce works of Ukrainian composer Natalia Tsupryk, including a world premiere of a choral transcription of her Kyiv. At the center of C@C 2025 is the culminating work of 2024– 2025 Resident Composer Sarah Rimkus’ Nativity, featuring our long-time collaborative cellist Thomas Mesa.
Joyful motets and sorrowful laments, asking the question, “What is nativity?”
Mother. Birth. Gloria. Snow. Air Raid.
Sarah Rimkus’ residency and world premiere are supported by generous gifts from Peter and Judy Leone.
G.F. Handel’s Acis and Galatea
Three performances: Friday, November 14, 2025, 7:30 PM — Peachtree Road United Methodist Church; Saturday, November 15, 2025, 3:00 PM — Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church; Sunday, November 16, 2025, 3:00 PM — Lassiter Concert Hall.
G.F. Handel's Acis and Galatea, from Ovid's Metamorphoses, portrays a story of love between the water nymph Galatea, her steadfast shepherd Acis, and the enraged Cyclops Polyphemus. With the Atlanta Baroque Orchestra, Deanna Joseph, and the GSU Choral Artists.
Music of the Baroque in Aspen - Handel’s Messiah
Christmas in – August? You may think so when you see this performance of Handel's iconic masterpiece Messiah, a fixture of the winter holiday season. But when isn't it time to revel in the piece that caused the composer to say "I did think I saw the heavens open, and saw the very face of God" when he completed it? Under the baton of Jane Glover – who has conducted over 120 performances of Messiah around the world – and with the brilliant soloists from the Aspen Opera Theatre/VocalARTS program, all in the intimate and stunning acoustics of Harris Concert Hall, this is sure to be a Messiah to remember!
Carmel Bach Festival — Virginia Best Adams Fellow
Named the Virginia Best Adams Tenor Vocal Fellow at the Carmel Bach Festival. The Virginia Best Adams Masterclass (VBA), under the direction of Michael Beattie, selects four vocal musicians from hundreds of international applications to join the Festival and study with Festival principal artists. Fellowship schedule: six free public masterclasses (July 7, 10, 14, 17, 21 & 24, 1:00–3:00 PM) and the Showcase Concert (July 26, 1:00–2:00 PM, ticketed) — all at Carmel Presbyterian Church.
Bach's Mass in B Minor
Two performances: Sunday, July 13, 2025, 3:00 PM and Sunday, July 20, 2025, 3:00 PM — Sunset Center Theatre.
Johann Sebastian Bach's Mass in B Minor, BWV 232, is a landmark of Western classical music and a profound example of his compositional artistry. Completed near the end of his life, the Mass integrates a wide range of musical forms and traditions, drawing from Baroque complexity, Renaissance purity, and early Classical elegance. Each movement explores distinct aspects of the sacred text. This work, often described as Bach's 'cathedral in sound,' reflects not only his devout faith but also a vision of music as a universal language.
Bach's St. John's Passion - Soloist w/ Elgin Master Chorale
Experience the profound drama of Bach's St. John Passion as we delve into this powerful and moving masterpiece. Immerse yourself in the emotional depth and spiritual intensity of this iconic work, beautifully brought to life in an unforgettable evening of choral excellence.
The Crossing - Poor Hymnal @ Drake University
Tour performances: Tuesday, February 4, 2025, 7:30 PM — 68 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ; Thursday, February 13, 2025, 7:30 PM — University of Iowa; Friday, February 14, 2025, 7:30 PM — Sheslow Auditorium, Drake University.
Why do some works demand we revisit them? The question is a larger one about how works become canonical – how they enter the culture and stay there. So, we offer a rare reprise of a work that, at its premiere, was already beloved by singers, and listeners. The question in David's thoughtful, moving, inspiring work? “How do we treat each other?”
The Crossing - WHAT CAN I KNOW?
The world premiere of Sebastian Currier’s Mysterium, in which words of physicist Robbert Dijkgraaf and novelist Pia de Jong are in juxtaposition, questioning life – spans, purpose, brevity. A backdrop of the great mysteries of the universe in Dijkgraaf, and of our everyday lives in de Jong. A photo reminds us of a distant, cherished memory, as the vast distances of the universe, its stars and beings, inspire awe.
With Linda Catlin Smith’s Folio in its North America premiere, a mediation on Emily Dickinson’s often profound fragments.
With night blue ink
I write a poem
about our love,
you and me,
now and then. †
† Emily Dickinson, heard in the N. American premiere
of Linda Catlin Smith’s Folio
The Crossing @ Christmas 2024 Chestnut Hill, PA
Three performances: Friday, December 20, 2024, 7:00 PM — St. Mark's Church; Saturday, December 21, 2024, 7:30 PM — Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center, New York; Sunday, December 22, 2024, 5:00 PM — Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill, PA.
Why do some works demand we revisit them?
The question is a larger one about how works become canonical – how they enter the culture and stay there.
So, we offer a rare reprise of a work that, at its premiere, was already beloved by singers, and listeners.
The question in David's thoughtful, moving, inspiring work?
“How do we treat each other?”
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The Oriana Singers - Sing We Joyous
Two performances: Saturday, December 14, 2024, 7:30 PM and Sunday, December 15, 2024, 4:00 PM — First United Church of Oak Park.
Three choirs, special guests, and the Sing We Joyous Orchestra once again create the beautiful music and warm-hearted joy you've come to expect from this beloved concert for the whole family. Old friends, new delights, Renaissance treasures, grooves from the 70s, all combine to make this glorious holiday party.
This year The Twelve Days of Christmas takes over the whole show, as we perform songs representing each item on the most famous list of Christmas gifts ever.
As always, audience sing-alongs and special surprises will make this year
The Crossing - What Belongs to Me?
Two performances: Friday, September 6, 2024 and Friday, November 15, 2024, 8:00 PM — The Chapel of the Cross.
Music of Ayanna Woods, David Lang, Shara Nova, and Gabriela Ortiz who find surprisingly optimistic angles in the corners of our questions.
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The Crossing - Can We Know the Sound of Forgiveness?
Two performances: Wednesday, October 16, 2024, 7:00 PM and Friday, October 18, 2024, 7:30 PM.
Chicago a cappella - Lamentations
Two performances: Monday, September 16, 2024, 7:30 PM and Friday, September 27, 2024, 7:30 PM.
Exploring the universal theme of yearning for a place to call home, “Lamentations” features an evocative collaboration with Ballet 5:8, bringing contemporary movement to Thomas Tallis’ Lamentations of Jeremiah.
Bach Collegium Japan SUMMER TOUR 2024: Bremen
Summer Tour 2024: Saturday, August 10, 2024, 8:00 PM — Santander; Sunday, August 11, 2024, 8:00 PM — San Sebastián; Tuesday, August 13, 2024, 8:00 PM — Torroella de Montgrí; Thursday, August 15, 2024, 7:00 PM — Rheingau; Saturday, August 17, 2024, 7:00 PM — Bremen.
Yale Schola Cantorum & Juilliard415 U.K. Tour: Perth Concert Hall
U.K. Tour — Bach's Mass in B Minor, conducted by David Hill: Tuesday, May 28, 2024 — King's College, Cambridge; Wednesday, May 29, 2024 — St. Martin in the Fields; Friday, May 31, 2024 — Wiltshire Music Centre; Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 7:30 PM — Perth Concert Hall.
In May and June, 2024, Yale Schola Cantorum will tour the United Kingdom with Juilliard415 performing Bach's Mass in B Minor. The concerts will be conducted by David Hill.
Alice Millar Spring Festival Concert
Bach Festival Cantatas. Stephen Alltop, Conductor; Alice Millar Chapel Choir and Soloists, Baroque Music Ensemble. Cantatas 172, 43.