Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite contains some of the most beloved and familiar melodies in the Western world. Mr Sun (Darol Anger, fiddle; Joe K. Walsh, mandolin; Grant Gordy, guitar; and Aidan O’Donnell, bass) has seized upon the inspiration of Duke Ellington’s brilliant, sly, & urbane re-interpretation of Tchaikovsky’s Suite as an opportunity to salute and re-invent this wildly multi-faceted work anew through the lens of the American String Band, a musical form which contains myriad styles and is presently engaged in a marathon upheaval of innovation and expansion.
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Boston Baroque returns to its cherished holiday traditions with performances of Handel’s Messiah, one of the most beloved and enduring works in classical music. Written in 1741, Messiah has captivated audiences for centuries with its radiant choruses, lyrical arias, and timeless message of hope and renewal.
This season features a stellar quartet of Boston Baroque favorites—soprano Amanda Forsythe, mezzo-soprano Paula Murrihy, tenor Thomas Cooley, and baritone Roderick Williams—bringing fresh brilliance and expressive power to this iconic masterpiece. Boston Baroque’s Assistant Conductor, Filippo Ciabatti, makes his eagerly anticipated debut leading the orchestra and chorus in this treasured work, highlighted by the joyful “For unto us a child is born” and the majestic “Hallelujah” chorus. Celebrate the season with this unforgettable musical tradition.
| Event Date | 12-07-2025 3:00 pm |
| Individual Price | See Registration/Info |
| Location | Jordan Hall |
| Categories | Music, 1--CONCERT--, Classical, Orchestra, Holiday |
Festival band music for the Town of Concord's Annual Tree Lighting
| Event Date | 12-07-2025 4:00 pm |
| Event End Date | 12-07-2025 5:00 pm |
| Individual Price | See More Info |
| Location | 51 Walden |
| Categories | Music, Band, Holiday, 1--CONCERT-- |
| Event Date | 12-07-2025 7:00 pm |
| Individual Price | Tickets from $49 |
| Location | Groton Hill Music Center |
| Categories | Music, Holiday, 1--CONCERT-- |
Mr Sun performs a new interpretation of Ellington's legendary Nutcracker Suite!
Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite contains some of the most beloved and familiar melodies in the Western world. Mr Sun (Darol Anger, fiddle; Joe K. Walsh, mandolin; Grant Gordy, guitar; and Aidan O’Donnell, bass) has seized upon the inspiration of Duke Ellington’s brilliant, sly, & urbane re-interpretation of Tchaikovsky’s Suite as an opportunity to salute and re-invent this wildly multi-faceted work anew through the lens of the American String Band, a musical form which contains myriad styles and is presently engaged in a marathon upheaval of innovation and expansion.
| Event Date | 12-07-2025 7:00 pm |
| Individual Price | Tickets from $49 |
| Location | Groton Hill Music Center |
| Categories | Music, Holiday, 1--CONCERT-- |
Classic holiday tunes come to life as Jane Lynch, Kate Flannery, Tim Davis, and the Tony Guerrero Quintet take the stage in “A Swingin’ Little Christmas.” This hilarious and heartwarming holiday extravaganza promises to be a delightful blend of comedy and music, ensuring a ‘swingin’ good time. The group has brought their joyful banter to audiences across the country, with their holiday album “A Swingin’ Little Christmas” hitting Billboard’s Top 10 Adult Contemporary chart. Hollywood Digest calls it “captivating,” the comedy “spectacular” and the vibe “absolutely precious.”
| Event Date | 12-07-2025 7:00 pm |
| Individual Price | See Registration |
| Location | Nashua Center for the Arts |
| Categories | Music, Americana, Jazz, Holiday, 1--CONCERT-- |