Apr 25 Thursday
Shannon Bowring will discuss the book The Road to Dalton with host Bill Nemitz on April 25th at 7:00 PM.
Do you love books? Are you interested in hearing from the author and looking behind the curtain at what the author was thinking while writing? Perhaps have the author respond to a question or two that has been on your mind about a particular scene or character. Look no further than the Maine Public Book Club!
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May 02 Thursday
Join in the fun and register your team for a 2024 News & Brews Trivia night!
Team check-in starts at 5:30pm. Trivia starts at 6:00pm!
*Note that we can’t accept teams with more than 5 players.
Click HERE to see the full 2024 News & Brews schedule!
Apr 24 Wednesday
Two phenomenally talented chamber ensembles, Palaver Strings & Grammy award-winning Attacca Quartet join forces for a unique collaborative performance. Selected musical works explore themes of togetherness and collective vision, in human communities, physical space, and the natural world.
Caroline Shaw’s Plan & Elevation responds to the landscape of Dumbarton Oaks and ideas of space and proportion. Paul Wiancko’s Only Ever Us reflects on human connection, while Under the Sea Wind, co-composed by Dana Lyn and Kyle Sanna for Palaver Strings, explores the interconnectedness of marine ecosystems. The program concludes with Dvorak’s Serenade for Strings, an iconic staple of string chamber repertoire, featuring the combined forces of both ensembles.
PROGRAM:Egos flos Campi a 7: Jacobus Clemens non PapaPlan and Elevation: Caroline ShawUnder the Sea Wind: Dana Lyn/Kyle SannaOnly Ever Us: Paul WianckoSerenade for Strings: Antonin Dvorak
Apr 27 Saturday
Sheepscot Chorus invites you to concerts featuring the beloved Mozart Requiem on Saturday, April 27 at 3:00 PM, and Sunday, April 28 at 3:00 PM at the Second Congregational Church in Newcastle. The Chorus will perform this ever-popular work under the direction of Linda Blanchard, and accompanied by organist Sean Fleming and a professional 24-piece orchestra. The concerts will feature the well-known soloists Mary Sullivan, soprano, Joëlle Morris, mezzo-soprano, David Myers-Wakeman, tenor, and John David Adams, bass.
One of the enduring masterpieces of classical literature, the Requiem was Mozart’s final and perhaps greatest work. Commissioned anonymously, the Requiem remained unfinished at the time of Mozart's untimely death, adding an aura of mystery and intrigue to its composition. Yet, despite its incomplete state, the Requiem is a testament to Mozart's genius, showcasing his unparalleled ability to blend rich harmonies with poignant melodies.
Shorter favorites will also be featured on the program, including two by Eric Whitacre; the humorous "Animal Crackers, Vol. 1," and the stunning "The Seal Lullaby." Performances by the Chorus' 2024 student music award winners will also be featured. The concerts will close with the toe-tapping gospel-style number "Walk Him Up the Stairs" from the musical "Purlie." For more information, visit facebook.com/sheepscotchorus and sheepscotvalleychorus.org, email info@sheepscotvalleychorus.org, or call 207-548-3632. Tickets are available at Sherman's Maine Coast Book Shop in Damariscotta and Boothbay Harbor, Treats in Wiscasset, and online at sheepscotvalleychorus.org/tickets.
Choral songs about kindness and friendship using the words of American poets and composers.
The Adult Choir of First Parish Church in Brunswick will present their Spring Concert, Echoes of Creation: A Choral Celebration of the Earth on Saturday, April 27th at 7p.m. Under the direction of Dr. Jane Hagness, the concert will feature music reflecting on our spiritual connection with the natural world and the premiere of a new choral song cycle composed by Dr. Hagness, Journey Through Sacred Lands, based upon her journey to the national and state parks of Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and South Dakota. Projected photography will enrich the musical experience as you journey in both sight and sound in this Pilgrimage Through Sacred Lands. The concert will take place in the beautiful and historic sanctuary of First Parish Church at 217 Maine Street in Brunswick, ME. Free child care beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Pilgrim House. General Admission Adults: $20.00. Students and Children: Free.
Apr 28 Sunday
Bangor Symphony Orchestra closes its 128th Season with music of Lucas Richman, with guest violinist Mitchell Newman, University of Maine Singers Oratorio Society, and Music Director Lucas Richman.
The Portland Rossini Club proudly presents the Portland Piano Extravaganza, featuring the piano students of Laura Kargul, Director of Keyboard Studies at the University of Maine's Osher School of Music.
Apr 29 Monday
Join the Bowdoin International Music Festival for a special concert! Ying Quartet at Nomad
6:00 PM: Doors and Bar Open Join us for drinks before the concert. Enjoy beer and wine included with your ticket order or purchase Nomad’s tasty mixed drinks.
7:00 PM: Concert Programming info to be announced.
8:15 PM: Post-Concert Reception Join us in the restaurant after the concert for Nomad’s delicious pizza and to chat with the artists. Pizza, beer, and wine are included with your ticket purchase.
Purchase tickets at https://bit.ly/Nomad-Series or call 207-373-1400.
Seating is limited, so order soon!
May 03 Friday
WHMF First Friday Classical Concert Series presents The Silver Duo in an evening of music for Cello and Piano. The Silver Duo (Noreen Silver, cellist, and Phillip Silver, pianist) brings a wealth of performing experience to their partnership. They have an international reputation for Chamber Music playing of the highest caliber from appreciative audiences and critics throughout Europe, Israel, the United States, Scandinavia, and the Czech Republic. Their Winter Harbor Music Festival First Friday Concert Series program will include works by Joseph Wölfl, Paul Ben-Hiem, Alan Rawsthorne, and Ignaz Moscheles.
May 04 Saturday
Student players from our community will provide a program they have individually selected with their teachers. They are excited to perform on the Steinway Piano, which was gifted 27 years ago by the Hutchins Family of All Souls Church. The performance may include instrumentalists and singers as well as pianists. It is open to the public so bring your friends who love music!