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Join Rosanne Hargrave soprano and Michael Clement piano to celebrate this Sacred Season of love and light with a beautiful Christmas Concert at the American Italian Heritage Museum.

Dessert Reception.

Seating is limited (Max 60). Reservations required. Your check is your reservation.

We bring together two series favorites, Biss and Steinberg (the first violinist of the Brentano Quartet), for a special afternoon of sonatas by Mozart. These exceptional musicians will immerse themselves in the charm, wit, and beauty of the composer’s music.

Mozart Violin Sonatas
F-major Sonata, K. 377
B-flat-major Sonata, K. 378
G-major Sonata, K. 301
D-major Sonata, K. 306

“a non-profit multi-faith community choir”
Festival Celebration Choir
P.O. Box 3731
Albany, NY 12203

Press Release: For Immediate Release
“On Common Ground”
The Festival Celebration Choir and the Chancel Choir of the First Presbyterian Church-Albany will present a Holiday Concert entitled “On Common Ground.” An area premiere of the cantata “The Ballad of the Brown King” by Margaret Bonds with lyrics by Langston Hughes, featuring Christopher Price, Savannah Gordon and Noel Bond. The repertoire also includes Christmas Carols arranged by Alice Parker. There will be a chamber orchestra with harp. Festival Celebration Choir is directed by Julie Panke and accompanied by Daniel White, piano. First Presbyterian Choir is directed by Michael Lister and accompanied by Trevor Kalbaugh, organ. A related art and educational exhibit will take place in the large hall. The event is part of the First Friday Concert Series, presented on Sunday December 14, 2025 at the First Presbyterian Church 362 State Street, Albany.
Admission is free to the public. A good will offering is suggested
The Festival Celebration Choir and the First Presbyterian Church are501(c()3) organizations Contact: Meg Meehan, Publicity Coordinator publicity@festivalcelebrationchoir.org www.firstpresalbany.org www.festivalcelebrationchoir.org

Join Champion Scottish fiddler Seán Heely and a cast of nationally-acclaimed artists on a magical journey through Scotland and Ireland during the holidays. The fiddle and bagpipes will sweep you away to Christmastime and Winter Solstice celebrations along with featured dancers from Scottish and Irish traditions that are sure to lift your holiday spirits and warm your heart. Kilts and tartan abound as the show travels through ancient Gaelic carols and songs, tucked in perfectly with lively Irish tunes and familiar Christmas and seasonal melodies with a Celtic twist. Heely is a DC-based US National Scottish Fiddle Champion, award-winning Irish fiddler, Scots Gaelic Singer, and harpist.
Tickets and more information here:https://www.sprucepeakarts.org/events/sean-heelys-celtic-christmas/

The Blind Boys Christmas Show mixes holiday standards with selections from their Grammy-winning holiday classic album, Go Tell It On The Mountain and the spirited Talkin’ Christmas album. Blind Boys will have everyone in the audience singing and clapping along to spread the joy of the season!
“The beloved gospel ensemble the Blind Boys of Alabama…remains perennially fresh, whether it’s interjecting godliness into unexpected songs or, as in this case, saluting Christmas.” – The New Yorker
Ticket prices: $51.15 to $85.25

The Lee Cultural Council will present Sundays in the Park July 6 - August 10 in the park in front of the First Congregational Church in downtown Lee. Each week, there will be one to two musical performances taking place from 12:30 to 2:30P and will be held sprinkle or shine. The audience is encouraged to bring their own chairs and to bring a picnic or order takeout from any of Lee’s fine restaurants. If final concert cancelled, rain date will be Sunday, August 17.

A new musical concert experience celebrating the holiday spirit!
This holiday season, Koolist Entertainment is proud to launch a world premiere tour. From the creators of Koolulam – The Mass Global Singing Sensation that swept the hearts of millions to sing together worldwide.
Join Carol, Carole, and Caroline as they take you through an immersive, fun musical journey – sing all your favorite holiday songs.
Ticket prices range from $48.34 to $63.85 and can be purchased here: https://www.sprucepeakarts.org/events/a-very-very-kool-christmas/

The Lee Cultural Council will present Sundays in the Park July 6 - August 10 in the park in front of the First Congregational Church in downtown Lee. Each week, there will be one to two musical performances taking place from 12:30 to 2:30P and will be held sprinkle or shine. The audience is encouraged to bring their own chairs and to bring a picnic or order takeout from any of Lee’s fine restaurants. If final concert cancelled, rain date will be Sunday, August 17.

The legendary pianist makes his highly-anticipated return in recital after a four-year hiatus. Ax’s endearing and compelling playing belies the warmth of his engaging personality, making his performances as comforting as a warm fire in winter.

Beethoven: E-flat Major Sonata, Op. 27, No 1
Corigliano: Fantasia on an Ostinato
Beethoven: Moonlight Sonata, Op. 27, No. 2
Schumann: C-major Arabesque, Op. 18
Schumann: C-major Fantasie, Op. 17

A Stephen Kellogg performance is like watching Ted Lasso live. Whether he’s playing music or doing stand-up, his shows leave people inspired and restored. For more than two decades, this wordsmith, Tedx speaker, stand-up comic, author and troubadour, has delighted audiences around the world. Planet Bluegrass calls him “a first class songwriter with a poet’s gift for fresh imagery,” and Counting Crows frontman Adam Duritz says of Kellogg, “there are few people in rock n’ roll who are just so great.”

Ticket All in Prices: $31.75- $42.25