Songs of Summer – When you Believe

Featuring voice students of Phoebe Madden

Accompanied by Charles Smith

Come and listen to some beautiful music performed by Students of Phoebe Madden!

Multi-Parish Service at Christ Church Cathedral, Hartford.

Hot Cat Jazz Band returns for their annual appearance at St. James’ Church. The band will lead music during the celebration of the Holy Eucharist on Pentecost Sunday, June 8th, at 10:15 am. The Rev. Canon Kevin Olds will celebrate and preach. We will be joined by the Lutheran Church of St. Mark (Glastonbury). A community breakfast will be served beginning at 9 am. We welcome you to be part of this special celebration.

Winner of the 2023 Longwood Gardens International Organ Competition

Presented with the Greater Hartford American Guild of Organists.

Join us for a night of music and conversation at Music On Main, a ministry of Trinity Stage at the Church of the Holy Trinity, Middletown, CT.

Race and Song was born in 2020 out of a deep bond and nearly 30-year friendship between veteran musicians and storytelling troubadours Reggie Harris and Alastair Moock. Together in musical conversation, the two explore complex issues of race, class, gender, and history, framing their lived experiences through music for a program that’s as entertaining as it is educational.

Improvising together on songs like “Wade in the Water,” “This Little Light of Mine,” and original compositions, the duo demonstrate the unique ability of music to express sorrow, joy, creativity, and determination. One of Alastair and Reggie’s greatest strengths is their ability to meet audiences where they are, adapting their conversation and musical repertoire for a wide range of ages and experiences, from elementary schoolers through adults.

This event will take place at Church of the Holy Trinity, Middletown CT, and will feature 1.5 hours of music and dialogue. Doors open at 3:30pm, with the event starting at 4pm. Snacks and coffee will be provided. A $10 suggested donation is requested to support the mission of Saint Vincent De Paul in Middletown, but the event is open to anyone ages 5 and up. Parking downtown is free on Sundays, with ample space along Main Street or in lots on Broad Street. All are welcome!

Celtic Vespers will be offered on Sunday, March 23, at 7 pm. Based on Iona Community worship, the candlelit service will offer prayers for the evening. Special prayers on the theme of darkness to light as we have entered Spring. The Women’s Choir of St. James’ will sing several selections, including a Gaelic Blessing. Wild Notes will provide instrumental music, played by Celtic harp, violin and flute, and concertina. The event is free and open to all. A reception offering fellowship and delicious finger food and drink follows the service.

The full choirs of  St. Paul’s on the Green will present French composer Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem at a special concert on Friday, March 21st. Featured soloists include Will Doreza, Baritone & Bel Zufferey, Soprano.

Benefit Concert for Choral Scholarships to UConn Students.

Internationally renowned organist Diane Meredith Belcher will present a recital on the restored Brombaugh organ, op.21. Ms. Belcher will perform works by Bach, Buxtehude, and Sweelink including Bach’s Great Prelude and Fugue in A minor. Stefan Maier undertook the restoration of Opus 21 in collaboration with Taylor and Boody under the guidance of John Brombaugh. Mr. Brombaugh quotes, “The triplets, opus 20, 21 and 22, are three of my best instruments,” to which Ms. Belcher adds, “The restoration of Opus 21 along with the chapel’s excellent acoustics make it a joy to play.” Please attend this unique event and support the choral scholar program at St. Mark’s Episcopal Chapel at the University of Connecticut.  Suggested Donation: $20

Lenten Compline will be presented on Thursday, March 13, 7 pm. The St. James’ Women’s Choir will sing this evening service with special prayers for St. Patrick. We welcome you to join us for this meditative service.