Rhode Island

Dec 8, 1pm-2:30pm and 3:30pm-5:00pm   Newport Classical presents a modern twist on a timeless Christmas tradition with Cantus’s Songs of the Season in the gilded opulence of Rosecliff Mansion. The acclaimed low-voice ensemble, known for their “exalting finesse” and “expressive power” (Washington Post), returns to Newport after their enchanting, sold-out performance in 2023. Cantus […]

Newport Classical presents Messiah at the Mansion featuring Handel’s iconic oratorio Messiah performed by Rhode Island’s Ensemble Altera and the Professional Choristers of The Choir School of Newport County. Described by the Boston Musical Intelligencer as “seamless ensemble perfection,” Ensemble Altera offers a boldly reimagined chamber version of Handel’s timeless classic with The Choir School […]

This Minnesotan low-voice ensemble has a national following for its trademark warmth and blend, and riveting performances of music from the Renaissance to the 21st century. Cantus performs music by Sibelius and Saint-Saens alongside contemporary luminaries like Andrea Ramsey, David Lang and Christopher H. Harris. The 2023 Newport Classical Music Festival presents twenty-six concerts this […]

Dec 4, 1pm and Dec 4, 3:30pm Newport Classical celebrates the season with Messiah at the Mansion featuring Ensemble Altera and The Choir School of Newport County in two performances on Sunday, December 4 at 1pm and 3:30pm at Rosecliff (548 Bellevue Ave.)Messiah at the Mansion on December 4 features Handel’s iconic oratorio Messiah performed […]

Newport Classical celebrates the season with the program Classical Christmas at Emmanuel on Saturday, December 10 at 3pm at Emmanuel Church (42 Dearborn St.), which concludes with sing-along carols and a festive reception.Classical Christmas at Emmanuel on December 10 is a community celebration, featuring classical Christmas repertoire performed by Emmanuel Church Director of Music and […]