G.F. Handel - Messiah (Part I)
G.F. Handel - Messiah (Part I)
Friday, December 4, 2026 at 8 PM
Sunday, December 6, 2026 at 3 PM
Dr. John T. King, Conductor
Jeni Houser, Soprano
Maire Therese Carmack, mezzo-soprano
Filipp Varik, tenor
Ben Strong, Bass-Baritone
The chorus will present the Christmas portion of Handel’s Messiah, Part I. Join with us to hear the familiar and uplifting choruses and solos from the Messiah. As always, we will conclude with the famous “Hallelujah Chorus”. This concert is always a festive way to begin the holiday season with family and friends.
Mr. Strong and Mr. Varik appear by kind courtesy of the Lindemann Young Artist Development Program of the Metropolitan Opera
Tickets available at www.newchoralsociety.org.
If you are unable to join us in person, you can purchase a virtual ticket to stream the concert starting the weekend following the concert.
Advent Choral Service Magnificat by Francesco Durante
Advent Choral Service
Magnificat by Francesco Durante
Sunday, December 13, 2026 at 10:30 AM
The Chancel Choir, Soloists and Chamber Orchestra will present Francesco Durante’s
beautiful setting of the Magnificat (Mary’s Song of Joy and Thanksgiving) during the 10:30 am worship service.
Grace Kahl, Mary-Hollis Hundley, Brian Anderson and Kyle Pfortmiller, soloists.
21st Annual Community Christmas Carol Sing-Along and Tree Lighting
21st Annual Community Christmas Carol Sing-Along and Tree Lighting
Sunday, December 13, 2026, at 4PM--with Donna Elaine’s Flute Choir playing at 3:45PM
The Annual Christmas Carol Sing-Along has become a community tradition. Friends, family and neighbors from all over the NY area are invited to this informal Carol Sing- Along which starts with Donna Elaine’s Flute Choir playing Christmas favorites in the Sanctuary at 3:45 with the carol singing beginning at 4 PM on Sunday, December 13, followed by the lighting of the Outdoor Christmas Tree at 5 PM. There is a reception following with Christmas Crafts for kids.
No reservation required.
FREE and ALL WELCOME!
Christmas Eve Service of Lessons and Carols
Christmas Eve Service of Lessons and Carols
Gloria by Francis Poulenc - Choral Prelude
Grace Kahl, Soprano
Thursday, December 24, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Join us for a traditional service of Christmas Lessons and Carols. The Choral Prelude begins at 8:30 PM with Poulenc’s Gloria, performed by chorus, orchestra, and soprano soloist Grace Kahl. The service will continue with readings, anthems, and carols to celebrate the season.
An Evening of Chamber Music
An Evening of Chamber Music
Featuring the New Choral Society Orchestra
Saturday, February 6, 2027 at 8 PM
Join us as we continue the tradition of presenting our chamber orchestra in a concert of their own. This program of beloved chamber works by everyone’s favorite composers spans the centuries and includes familiar as well as lesser known works. The music is sublime and will warm even the coldest of winter’s nights.
Tickets available at www.newchoralsociety.org.
Marguerite Manley Lenten Organ Recital Series
Please join us in the Sanctuary on Thursdays at 12:15 during Lent for a 30-minute recital, featuring students of Paul Jacobs at The Juilliard School.
Lunch will follow in the Lower Children’s House. These programs and lunch are FREE with donations gratefully accepted.
Ludwig van Beethoven Choral Fantasy, Op. 80 Mass in C, Op. 86
Ludwig van Beethoven
Choral Fantasy, Op. 80
Mass in C, Op. 86
Sunday, May 2, 2027 at 4 PM
Dr. John T. King, Conductor
Derek Hartman, Piano
Magdalena Kuźma, Soprano
Christina Grohowski, Mezzo-Soprano
Angel Raii Gomez, Tenor
Ben Brady, Bass-Baritone
Celebrate the grand finale of our 33rd season by honoring the 200th anniversary of Beethoven’s death.
Ms. Grohowski and Mr. Gomez appear by kind courtesy of the Lindemann Young Artist Development Program of the Metropolitan Opera
Mr. Brady appears by kind courtesy of the Metropolitan Opera
Tickets available at www.newchoralsociety.org.
If you are unable to join us in person, you can purchase a virtual ticket to stream the concert starting the weekend following the concert.
Joseph Haydn - Te Deum in C and Lord Nelson Mass
Joseph Haydn - Te Deum in C and Lord Nelson Mass
Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 4:00pm
Dr. John T. King, Conductor
Amanda Batista, Soprano
Lindsay Martin, Mezzo-Soprano
Jonghyun Park, Tenor
Lonwabo, Mose, Bass-Baritone
Kick off the 33rd season with the New Choral Society featuring this pair of beloved choral masterworks.
Ms. Mose appears by kind permission of the Lindemann Young Artist Development Program of the Metropolitan Opera
Tickets available at www.newchoralsociety.org.
If you are unable to join us in person, you can purchase a virtual ticket to stream the concert starting the weekend following the concert.