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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Park - Zahili Zamora
DESCRIPTION:Zahili Gonzalez Zamora is a Cuban-born pianist\, composer\, bandleader\, arranger\, and educator. Raised in Manzanillo\, she began piano studies at age six and graduated from Cuba’s National School of Music. Now based in the United States\, her artistic identity is deeply shaped by her Cuban heritage and immigrant experience. \nHer career has taken her across Canada\, Southeast Asia\, and the U.S.\, cultivating a global musical voice rooted in Afro-Cuban traditions and modern jazz. As a performer and composer\, she is recognized for her expressive improvisation and dynamic leadership.\nCommitted to growth and connection\, Zahili shares her music as a reflection of resilience\, identity\, and cultural dialogue\, establishing herself as a distinctive and influential voice in today’s Afro Cuban jazz landscape. \nPERFORMANCE DETAILS:\nWhen: Thursday\, July 23rd from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM\nVenue: Rose Kennedy Greenway | North End Parks\nAddress: Corner of Cross Street & Hanover Street\nFREE! \n \nExperience the magic of live jazz under the open sky with NEMPAC’s Jazz in the Park series. Gather with fellow music lovers in a beautiful outdoor setting as talented jazz musicians deliver soulful performances that are sure to leave you feeling inspired and uplifted. \nLed by Artistic Director Stefano Marchese\, the series brings together a mix of different cultures throughout the world through contemporary jazz sounds. Jazz in the Park takes the audience on a musical journey that proudly highlights the unique and diverse sounds that unite us all. From the comfort of the Rose Kennedy Greenway\, we invite you to join us: All five concerts are free to attend and open to the public! So stop by and help us kick off each of the five Summer weekends. We are looking forward to seeing you on The Greenway\, right in front of Canopy by Hilton! \nWe want to thank our Jazz in the Park partners and sponsors\, The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy\, the City of Boston Mayor’s office of Special Events\, Canopy by Hilton Boston Downtown\, Rose Town Kitchen & Bar\, Eastern Bank\, Munroe Morrow Wealth Management\, Rich Vita Law\, North Street Grille\, and Boston Public Market. \nThis free outdoor summer concert series welcomes ALL and is open to the public! \nOUR LOCATION ON THE GREENWAY
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/jazz-in-the-park-zahili-zamora/
LOCATION:Rose Kennedy Greenway – North End Parks\, Boston\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Community Event,Jazz in the Park
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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Park - Debo Ray ***CONCERT MOVED INDOORS TO CANOPY HOTEL***
DESCRIPTION:Debo Ray is a Grammy-nominated singer and composer whose music blends joy\, authenticity\, and emotional depth. ***PLEASE NOTE: THIS CONCERT IS BEING MOVED INDOORS***  \nRaised in the Boston area by Haitian immigrant parents\, she found belonging through music after struggling with identity. She began performing at age four in Haitian churches and later trained at the Handel and Haydn Society\, New England Conservatory Prep\, and Berklee College of Music\, where she developed her signature “sound weaving” style. \nNow performing in five bands and singing in 37 languages\, Debo has collaborated with artists like Bobby McFerrin\, Esperanza Spalding\, and Terri Lyne Carrington\, and appeared at Carnegie Hall\, the Kennedy Center\, and the Hollywood Bowl. She is also a voice professor at Berklee\, mentoring the next generation. \nGrounded by bodybuilding and focused on original work\, Debo’s mission is to create music that fosters joy\, connection\, and release. \n“This album marks a change in my creative life. After many years of interpreting the music of others\, I decided to put my life\, in all its complexity\, out there in hopes that others might feel some of the same things and we could connect\, and maybe I could bring some joy and peace. It’s been a bit daunting as I’ve always been reluctant to be too “out there” with my feelings but very rewarding thus far\, and I’m changing for the better in many ways as a result.” \nHer music invites listeners to embrace their uniqueness and find joy in sound. \nRead more about Debo Ray \nPERFORMANCE DETAILS:\nWhen: Thursday\, July 30th from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM\nVenue: Rose Town Kitchen and Bar at the Canopy by Hilton Boston Downtown \nAddress: 99 Blackstone St\, Boston\, MA 02109\nFREE! \n \nExperience the magic of live jazz under the open sky with NEMPAC’s Jazz in the Park series. Gather with fellow music lovers in a beautiful outdoor setting as talented jazz musicians deliver soulful performances that are sure to leave you feeling inspired and uplifted. \nLed by Artistic Director Stefano Marchese\, the series brings together a mix of different cultures throughout the world through contemporary jazz sounds. Jazz in the Park takes the audience on a musical journey that proudly highlights the unique and diverse sounds that unite us all. From the comfort of the Rose Kennedy Greenway\, we invite you to join us: All five concerts are free to attend and open to the public! So stop by and help us kick off each of the five Summer weekends. We are looking forward to seeing you on The Greenway\, right in front of Canopy by Hilton! \nWe want to thank our Jazz in the Park partners and sponsors\, The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy\, the City of Boston Mayor’s office of Special Events\, Canopy by Hilton Boston Downtown\, Rose Town Kitchen & Bar\, Eastern Bank\, Munroe Morrow Wealth Management\, Rich Vita Law\, North Street Grille\, and Boston Public Market. \nThis free outdoor summer concert series welcomes ALL and is open to the public! \n  \nOUR LOCATION ON THE GREENWAY
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/jazz-in-the-park-debo-ray-2/
LOCATION:Canopy by Hilton Boston Downtown\, 99 Blackstone Street\, Boston\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Community Event,Jazz in the Park
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T210000
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SUMMARY:NEMPAC Summer Singers with Boston Landmarks Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Join NEMPAC for a memorable evening of music this summer! On Wednesday\, August 5\, at 6:30 PM\, the NEMPAC Summer Singers\, led by instructors Jayson Banton and Anissa Perona\, will present a special student prelude performance at the Hatch Shell\, opening for the Boston Landmarks Orchestra. \nFollowing the student performance\, the Boston Landmarks Orchestra will perform Thompson’s The Testatment of Freedom (excerpts)\, and Verdi’s Requiem. The full concert will conclude by 9:00 PM. \nConducted by Anissa Perona\, directed by Jayson Banton\, and accompanied by Harriet Hung. \nWHO: NEMPAC Summer Singers followed by the Boston Landmarks Orchestra\nWHEN: Wednesday\, August 5th | 6:30 PM – NEMPAC\, 7 PM – Landmarks\nWHERE: DCR Memorial Hatch Shell (along the Charles River) \nClick Here to Learn More \n \nBoston Landmarks Orchestra | Christopher Wilkins\, Music Director\nIn Partnership with Cantata Singers | Noah Horn\, Music Director\nFelicia Moore\, soprano\nErica Brookhyser\, mezzo-soprano\nJonghyun Park\, tenor\nChristopher Humbert\, Jr.\, bass-baritone \nRepertoire includes:\nRandall Thompson The Testament of Freedom (excerpts)\nGiueseppe Verdi Messa da Reqiuem
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/nempac-summer-singers-with-boston-landmarks-orchestra-2/
LOCATION:DCR Hatch Memorial Shell\, 47 David G Mugar Way\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Community Event
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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Park - Triad+
DESCRIPTION:TRIAD+ brings together four leading voices in contemporary Latin jazz: internationally acclaimed pianist Maxim Lubarsky\, six-time Grammy Award–winning bassist Oscar Stagnaro\, multi-Grammy Award–winning drummer Mark Walker\, and rising saxophonist and composer Edmar Colón. All four are members of the faculty at Berklee College of Music and have performed with some of the most influential artists in jazz and Latin music worldwide. \nRooted in deep musical dialogue and a shared artistic vision\, TRIAD+ blends virtuosity\, spontaneity\, and a profound connection to Latin American musical traditions. \nPERFORMANCE DETAILS:\nWhen: Thursday\, August 6th from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM\nVenue: Rose Kennedy Greenway | North End Parks\nAddress: Corner of Cross Street & Hanover Street\nFREE! \n \nExperience the magic of live jazz under the open sky with NEMPAC’s Jazz in the Park series. Gather with fellow music lovers in a beautiful outdoor setting as talented jazz musicians deliver soulful performances that are sure to leave you feeling inspired and uplifted. \nLed by Artistic Director Stefano Marchese\, the series brings together a mix of different cultures throughout the world through contemporary jazz sounds. Jazz in the Park takes the audience on a musical journey that proudly highlights the unique and diverse sounds that unite us all. From the comfort of the Rose Kennedy Greenway\, we invite you to join us: All five concerts are free to attend and open to the public! So stop by and help us kick off each of the five Summer weekends. We are looking forward to seeing you on The Greenway\, right in front of Canopy by Hilton! \nWe want to thank our Jazz in the Park partners and sponsors\, The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy\, the City of Boston Mayor’s office of Special Events\, Canopy by Hilton Boston Downtown\, Rose Town Kitchen & Bar\, Eastern Bank\, Munroe Morrow Wealth Management\, Rich Vita Law\, North Street Grille\, and Boston Public Market. \nThis free outdoor summer concert series welcomes ALL and is open to the public! \nOUR LOCATION ON THE GREENWAY
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/jazz-in-the-park-triad/
LOCATION:Rose Kennedy Greenway – North End Parks\, Boston\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Community Event,Jazz in the Park
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Nights
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic Nights are BACK this fall!  Join us on Friday\, September 11th at 6 PM for a night of music and community\, with our final Open Mic Night on The Prado. Performance registration will open two weeks prior to the date of the event. *We are now asking that audience members also register to attend along with our performers. \nWhen: Friday\, September 11th. Arrival at 5:30 PM\, performances begin at 6 PM.   Registration is will go live a couple of weeks before the date of the event. \nWho: ANYONE can sign up to perform as long as they are 18+\, and all are welcome to attend. Performers from the Boston community\, as well as faculty and adult students from our music school\, are invited to participate regardless of age\, experience or instrument! \nWhere: Boston Public Market – 100 Hanover Street\, Boston\, MA 02108 \nRegister to Perform or Attend \nJoin us for a great night out with friends and live entertainment as we expand a community favorite to Boston Public Market! \n  \n 
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/open-mic-nights-31/
LOCATION:Boston Public Market\, 100 Hanover Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T193000
DTSTAMP:20260910T160827Z
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SUMMARY:Fall 2026 Adult Studio Open House
DESCRIPTION:Attention adult learners! We are excited to welcome you to our Fall 2026 Adult Studio Open House on Friday\, September 18th! Join us anytime from 6:00 – 7:30 PM in our Tileston St lobby for a social hour with refreshments and snacks. This is a chance for new and returning adult learners to meet each other\, the NEMPAC staff\, ask questions\, and more! Upstairs\, we will have group instrument class and private lesson demos! \nWe are asking folks to register in advance if possible (but don’t be afraid to just show up!) We are offering free mini sessions in piano\, guitar\, and ukulele\, with our expert music faculty amongst neighbors! Snacks & beverages will be provided. \nRegister to Attend Here! \nFaculty offering mini lessons and classes include: – Steven Allen will provide free group guitar demo classes – Harriet Hung will provide free group keyboard demo classes – Jack Byrne will provide free voice or piano demo lessons \nWHEN: Friday\, September 18th | 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM \nWHERE: 50 Tileston Street | North End \nDETAILED SCHEDULE: \n6:00 PM\, 6:30 PM\, & 7:00 PM\nStephen Allen (guitar or ukulele)\nHarriet Hung (group keyboard)\nJack Byrne (Guitar)\nclasses on the half hour for keyboard and guitar or ukelele \n6:00 PM – 7:30 PM\nStephen Allen (Guitar/Ukulele)\nHarriet Hung (Piano)Jack Byrne (Guitar) \nPrivate lesson 10-minute mini sessions \n  \n 
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/fall-2026-adult-studio-open-house/
LOCATION:50 Tileston Street in the North End
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T210000
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SUMMARY:NEMPAC Soirée 2026
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss NEMPAC’s annual Soirée on the Prado as we bring you Cabaret in the City\, with live performances\, delicious food\, and great company\, all under a grand tent and canopy of trees on the Paul Revere Mall. Join us for an unforgettable night connecting with fellow arts enthusiasts and supporters while contributing to NEMPAC’s mission. \nThis year’s Soirée will honor two distinguished contributors to the arts: \nTraci Walker Griffith\, Executive Director of the Eliot K-8 Innovation School\, is retiring this summer after more than 34 years of leadership advancing equity\, arts education\, and student success in Boston. \nRobin Sidell\, Chef and Owner of North Street Grille\, a beloved North End restaurant\, and a longtime community leader whose support of local organizations\, including NEMPAC\, has helped strengthen Boston’s cultural and civic life. \nSingle tickets are now on sale!\n– Cabaret Seating Ticket @ $250 – Includes reserved table seating\, live entertainment\, libations at our ‘walk-up’ bar\, buffet-style dinner by DePasquale Ventures\, and auction.  After-party to follow at MIA Roof Deck. \n– Mix & Mingle Ticket @ $175 after – Includes live entertainment\, libations at our ‘walk-up’ bar\, buffet-style dinner by DePasquale Ventures\, and auction.  After-party to follow at MIA Roof Deck. \nPurchase Soirée Single Tickets \nINFORMATION FOR TICKET HOLDERS\nAttire: The recommended attire is festive cocktail style. \nWeather: This is an outdoor tented event\, with a beautiful fall evening forecast in the low 70s. As we know\, the weather forecast may change\, and we will update you with any changes. \nProgram: We will have a brief but meaningful program to celebrate our two honorees – Traci Walker Griffith and Robin Sidell – starting at 7 PM. Live entertainment and dancing will follow. Details of our program are a surprise! \nAuction: The live auction will take place during the program portion of the evening. \nCuisine & Beverage: DePasquale Ventures will be cooking on-site and catering our event. Italian cuisine will be abundant from several of their restaurants served buffet style. Our bar will be serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages by 90+ Cellars\, Boston Bottle. \nDirections: If coming from Hanover Street\, walk into the park\, past the Paul Revere Statue and you will see our registration tent area on the right next to our NEMPAC Prado Studios. If coming from Unity Street\, past the public water fountain and walk towards the registration tent on your left. Note\, in Google Maps\, enter “Paul Revere Mall\, Boston MA 02113”. \nParking: Parking lots in the North End nearby include North End Garage (600 Commercial Street\, Boston MA 02113) or Sargent’s Wharf Parking Lot (269 Commercial Street\, Boston\, MA 02109). \nRideshare: If ride-sharing please ensure “Paul Revere Mall” as your destination. \nRegistration: Upon arrival\, look for the registration table for checking in. For your convenience and to ensure that the line moves as quickly as possible\, we request that you add your email and phone number and register your credit card before arrival. Note: pre-registration allows you to participate in the Silent Auction and other donation opportunities\, but no charges will be made unless you authorize a donation/payment. \nText Communications: We will be sending you notification prior to the event\, as well as night-of important information in order to support the best guest experience possible. To opt into text messaging\, please text “nempac2025” to 855 800 4975. \nAccessibility: The Prado/Paul Revere Mall is fully accessible\, as it is a flat park space with access on both ends of the park. If you require any special assistance at the event\, please inform our Facilities and Operations Coordinator Steve Allen at least 48 hours prior to the event at sallen@nempacboston.org. \n \n  \n\n  \n  \n\n\n \n\n\nTraci Walker Griffith\n(she\, her)\nTraci Walker Griffith is the Executive Director of the Eliot K-8 Innovation School in Boston\, and after more than 34 years of transformative leadership in education\, she will be retiring this summer. \nThroughout her career\, Traci has been a passionate advocate for equity\, excellence\, and the power of the arts\, weaving music into the very fabric of the Eliot’s culture and creating a vibrant learning environment where students are inspired to take creative risks\, express themselves authentically\, and develop the confidence and empathy they need to thrive. \nUnder her leadership\, the Eliot earned recognition as one of Massachusetts’ top schools\, celebrated for its inclusive and robust arts programming. NEMPAC has been an invaluable partner in making that vision a reality — providing rich\, high-quality programming both during the school day and through afterschool offerings that have expanded access to the arts for Eliot students and families. \nTraci’s belief that nurturing the whole child — socially\, emotionally\, and creatively — is the foundation of student success has shaped countless young lives across the Boston community. \nHer connection to NEMPAC is also a personal one: her children\, Joey and Elizabeth\, were both proud Eliot students who experienced the joy of NEMPAC’s programming firsthand — a testament to the lasting partnerships that have made her life’s work so meaningful. \n\n \n\n\nRobin Sidell\n(she\, her)\nRobin Sidell has been a proud resident of Boston’s North End for more than 30 years and the chef and owner of North Street Grille\, a beloved neighborhood staple\, for more than two decades\, creating a place where people come together\, neighbors become friends\, and everyone is treated like family. \nWith family roots in the West End and having grown up in Lynn\, Robin’s connection to Boston runs deep. The North End is where she chose to build her life and where she truly feels at home. \nThrough hard work\, resilience\, and dedication\, she and her team have grown the restaurant into one of the city’s premier brunch destinations\, earning accolades from Good Morning America as Best Breakfast in Boston\, The Washington Post\, Yankee Magazine\, Phantom Gourmet\, The Boston Globe\, and countless other local and national publications. \nHer commitment to that sense of community extends far beyond her restaurant doors. Robin has long been a dedicated supporter of local organizations\, including NEMPAC (North End Music and Performing Arts Center)\, ABCD (Action for Boston Community Development)\, FOCCP (Friends of Christopher Columbus Park)\, the North End Athletic Association\, the North End Youth Organization\, and North End Cares. \nThrough her work with NEMPAC\, she has hosted neighborhood nights with proceeds supporting scholarships and sponsored concerts. In recent years\, she has also supported the Jazz in the Park summer series\, helping to strengthen the cultural fabric of the neighborhood she loves. \nShe has also used her role as a chef to support local food security efforts\, hosting neighborhood dinners\, donating holiday meals\, and providing dinners and snacks for the elderly. \nRobin never forgets how much this neighborhood has given her. Her gratitude is evident in everything she does\, and her generosity reflects a genuine belief that communities are strongest when people take care of one another.
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/nempac-soiree-2026/
LOCATION:The Prado (Paul Revere Mall)\, 16 Charter Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Nights
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic Nights are BACK this fall!  Join us on Friday\, October 9th at 6 PM for a night of music and community\, with our final Open Mic Night on The Prado. Performance registration will open two weeks prior to the date of the event. *We are now asking that audience members also register to attend along with our performers. \nWhen: Friday\, October 9th. Arrival at 5:30 PM\, performances begin at 6 PM.   Registration is will go live a couple of weeks before the date of the event. \nWho: ANYONE can sign up to perform as long as they are 18+\, and all are welcome to attend. Performers from the Boston community\, as well as faculty and adult students from our music school\, are invited to participate regardless of age\, experience or instrument! \nWhere: Boston Public Market\, 100 Hanover Street\, Boston\, MA 02108 \n  \nJoin us for a great night out with friends and live entertainment as we expand a community favorite to Boston Public Market! \n  \n 
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/open-mic-nights-32/
LOCATION:Boston Public Market\, 100 Hanover Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20261010T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20261010T150000
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CREATED:20260814T180747Z
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SUMMARY:Opera on the Prado
DESCRIPTION:Opera on the Prado\nBe captivated by the beautiful sounds of opera as NEMPAC takes the performance to new heights. Formerly known as “Opera from the Balcony”\, NEMPAC’s pop-up Opera on the Prado will feature Boston-Based Emerging Artists often from the NEMPAC Opera Project in Boston’s most historic and beautiful park in the North End. Located on the freedom trail\, next to the Paul Revere Statue and just behind Old North Church\, passersby\, neighbors\, and friends can catch singers performing on Saturday\, October 10th and Saturday\, October 17th. \nArtistic Director\, Hannah Shanefield \nDate: Sunday\, October 10th | Time: 1 PM – 3 PM \nWhere: The Prado\, Paul Revere Mall\, Hanover Street\, Boston\, MA 02113 \nNo need to register to attend.  Just stroll on by The Prado! \n\n\n\n\n \nDavid Rivera Bozón\, tenor\nDavid Rivera Bozón is a colombian tenor based in Boston\, recognized internationally for his extraordinary talent and warm personality. He has a wide performance experience in Opera\, Stageworks\, Zarzuela\, Oratorio\, Concerts\, Recitals and performances in unconventional places\, bringing his music to a wide variety of communities.\n\n\n\nHe has performed the lead tenor roles in operas such as Romeo et Juliette by Charles Gounod\, Siren Song and Flight by Jonathan Dove; Florencia en el Amazonas by Daniel Catán; L’Amico Fritz by Pietro Mascagni; Elisir d’Amor by Gaetano Donizetti; La Traviata by Giuseppe Verdi; the operas by Puccini: La Bohème\, Gianni Schicchi\, Madama Butterfly and Tosca; and the operas by Mozart: Die Zauberflöte\, Idomeneo\, La Finta Giardiniera and Don Giovanni. \n\nDavid is a Master of Music from the New England Conservatory\, and Bachelors in Vocal Performance from the National University of Colombia and graduated from the Opera Institute of Boston University.\n\nFor more information\, visit DRBTenor.com.\n\n\n\n\n \nLarisa Bainton-Hernandez\, soprano\nLarisa Bainton Hernandez is a soprano\, educator\, and multi-media creative from Atlanta\, GA\, now based in the Boston area. Her artistic work centers on increasing opera’s accessibility through visual storytelling. Her work has been recognized by the Boston Globe\, OperaWire\, WBUR\, and Bachtrack\, and in 2021\, the Eastman School of Music named her an “Outstanding Eastman Woman” for her innovative digital production of Hänsel und Gretel. Recent projects include an immersive Die Fledermaus and a recital featuring graphics and animations she created. \nHer notable roles include Helena (A Midsummer Night’s Dream)\, Gretel (Hänsel und Gretel)\, and Rosalinde (Die Fledermaus)\, with recent engagements with Boston Lyric Opera\, Odyssey Opera\, Boston Summer Opera\, West End Lyric\, and The Opera Company. Beyond classical performance\, Larisa performs folk\, pop\, musical theater\, and jazz\, accompanying herself on guitar and piano at community events throughout the Boston area\, including Malden’s PorchFest. \nLarisa holds a B.M. in Vocal Performance from the Eastman School of Music\, a B.A. in Brain & Cognitive Sciences from the University of Rochester\, and an M.M. in Vocal Pedagogy from New England Conservatory. She maintains a private voice\, piano\, and guitar studio in Melrose\, MA. \n\n\n\n \nJulian Gau\, pianist\nJulian Gau is a conductor and pianist based in Boston. He serves as music director of the Horizon Ensemble\, the Providence Medical Orchestra\, and the Chinese Music Ensemble of New York. He is also the Assistant Conductor of the New England Philharmonic. He has been music director for Il Barbiere di Siviglia and The Pirates of Penzance with Boston Summer Opera\, Alcina with MassOpera\, Die Fledermaus with The Opera Company\, Katie the Strongest of the Strong with Opera Saratoga\, and Cabaret at Brown University. He has also acted as assistant conductor for Let’s Celebrate and Is This America? with White Snake Projects\, as well as L’elisir d’amore\, Rigoletto and Don Giovanni with Boston Summer Opera.\nJulian has performed as a pianist in concert with Opera on Tap\, NEMPAC\, Boston Summer Opera\, and West End Lyric. Sometimes he is a cellist\, composer\, arranger\, or critic. Outside of music\, Julian enjoys stories\, noodles\, and time with friends. \n \n\n\n*In the event of rain\, we will move this concert to 50 Tileston St in the North End.
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/opera-on-the-prado-6/
LOCATION:The Prado (Paul Revere Mall)\, 16 Charter Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Community Event,Opera Project
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SUMMARY:Pumpkin Painting on the Prado
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJoin us for our annual Community Event – Pumpkin Painting on the Prado on Tuesday\, Oct 13th\, 3:15 – 5:15 PM in the North End! NEMPAC provides the pumpkins\, supplies\, and painting area – and you bring your creative artist and get to work!  All artists may leave their pumpkins to dry overnight at our Prado Studios doorstep – and also enter to win our Jazziest Pumpkin Contest! \n$10/pumpkin paid via square or cash on the day. \n*Rain date is Wednesday\, October 14th\, 3:15 – 5:15 PM \nClick Here to Register for Pumpkin Painting! \n 
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/pumpkin-painting-on-the-prado-4/
LOCATION:The Prado (Paul Revere Mall)\, 16 Charter Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20261017T150000
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SUMMARY:Opera on the Prado
DESCRIPTION:Opera on the Prado\nBe captivated by the beautiful sounds of opera as NEMPAC takes the performance to new heights. Formerly known as “Opera from the Balcony”\, NEMPAC’s pop-up Opera on the Prado will feature Boston-Based Emerging Artists often from the NEMPAC Opera Project in Boston’s most historic and beautiful park in the North End. Located on the freedom trail\, next to the Paul Revere Statue and just behind Old North Church\, passersby\, neighbors\, and friends can catch singers performing on Saturday\, October 10th and Saturday\, October 17th. \nArtistic Director\, Hannah Shanefield \nDate: Sunday\, October 17th | Time: 1 PM – 3 PM \nWhere: The Prado\, Paul Revere Mall\, Hanover Street\, Boston\, MA 02113 \nNo need to register to attend.  Just stroll on by The Prado! \n\n\n\n\n \nNathan Snyder\, tenor\n\nPraised for his “rich and nuanced” sound and “riveting” acting\, tenor Nathan Snyder has built a reputation for excellence across genres. His energy and impressive versatility make him an outstanding presence on any stage. This season\, Mr. Snyder has brought that energy to the operatic stage\, performing Roméo in Gounod’s Roméo et Juliett along with many of opera’s legendary “bad guys\,” including Pinkerton in Madama Butterfly\, Il Duca in Rigoletto\, and Don José in Carmen. \nAfter premiering the role of Dewey Noyes in Staggerwing with Opera Kansas in 2021\, Mr. Snyder has become advocate for contemporary opera and embraces new works alongside traditional repertoire. He continues to seek out contemporary works\, including leading roles in Blind Injustice with Opera Theatre of the Rockies\, Proving Up with Opera Steamboat\, and Glory Denied at the United States Air Force Academy. \nMr. Snyder is also known for bringing the same energy and drama to the concert hall and has appeared as the soloist in Carmina Burana\, Mozart’s Requiem\, Bruckner’s Te Deum\, and Haydn’s The Creation. Snyder made his Carnegie Hall Debut singing the Tenor Solo in the World Premier of Mark Hayes’ Psalmos in April. This summer Mr. Snyder joined Boston Summer Opera singing Nemorino in L’elisir d’Amore and Bravo Vail Festival Chorus for their collaboration with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s production of Madama Butterfly in Vail Colorado. Mr. Snyder can also be heard in “An Andrea Bocelli Opera Candlelight Experience” with Lumos Experiences throughout New England. \n\n\n\n\n \nJessica Bloch-Moisand\, soprano\nJessica Arielle Bloch-Moisand from Boston\, MA is a versatile soprano singing opera\, art song\, musical theater\, and more. This past spring\, Jessica performed in concert with the Hawaii International Musical Festival\, and was the featured soprano in Gena Branscombe Project’s Winds of Change\, Songs of Time\, reviving and publicly recording several works by The Pen Women. Jessica made her Horizon Ensemble debut\, performing Brontzi’s letters in We Will Outlive Them\, a project she produced with composer Quinn Gutman and arranged for orchestra by Julian Gau. Previously\, she has performed with Opera51: 2nd Lady (Die Zauberflöte)\, Zerlina (Don Giovanni)\, and Lola (Cavalleria Rusticana)\, and she looks forward to performing Konstanze (Die Entführung aus dem Serail) with them this December 2026. Other recent credits include performing with Opera del West\, the Brockton Symphony Orchestra\, Dell’Arte Opera Ensemble\, Opera Fusion\, Hartford Opera Theater\, VOICES Boston and more. Other role highlights include Pamina (Die Zauberflöte)\, Suor Genovieffa (Suor Angelica)\, Noemie (Cendrillon)\, Princess Gilda (The Three Feathers)\, and Concepcion/Young Juana (Juana). Jessica was the 2nd place Winner of the 2023 Music International Grand Prix New York semifinals for Adult Popular music\, and previously a finalist in competition: Professional Women in Opera with the American Prize\, Corsica Lirica Competition\, and the Lucine Amara Art Song Competition. \nOutside of performing\, Jessica was the Interim Artistic Director for MassOpera (2024-2025)\, and is also a voice educator and theater instructor for students of all ages. Credits include: Founder & Voice Teacher at Bloch Performing Arts\, Voice Teacher & Vocal Theater Lab Assistant Director at New England Conservatory’s Prep School\, Artistic Director at New England Conservatory’s Summer Vocal Institute. \n\n\n\n \nMaria Rabbia\, pianist\nHailed as “anchoring” and “excellent\,” Maria Rabbia is an accomplished collaborative pianist and vocal coach celebrated for her versatility\, musical sensitivity\, and dedication to uplifting underrepresented voices in classical music. A native of Central New York\, she earned her Doctor of Musical Arts in Collaborative Piano from Boston University in 2024\, where she studied with esteemed pedagogue Shiela Kibbe. \nMaria has performed and coached throughout the United States and Europe\, with engagements including the Boston University Tanglewood Institute\, Opera Vermont\, Opera Ithaca\, Opera Compnay of Middlebury\, IC Opera Studio\, The Voice Institute of the Finger Lakes\, the International Performing Arts Institute in Kiefersfelden\, Germany\, and the Trentino Music Festival and Opera al Mare in Italy. During her doctoral studies\, she collaborated extensively with the Boston University Opera Institute\, working on numerous productions as répétiteur\, continuo player\, and orchestral pianist.  \nEqually passionate about art song\, Maria is committed to the performance and promotion of underrepresented composers and repertoire. She centered each of her five doctoral recitals on lesser-known works\, reflecting her dedication to inclusive and thoughtful programming. \nAn experienced educator\, Maria has taught private piano for over a decade and works with students of all ages\, from young beginners to adult musicians. She maintains a thriving private studio at the Cambridge Music Consortium\, where she teaches piano\, collaborates as a Suzuki accompanist\, and serves as a vocal coach. She has worked with VOICES Boston for five years\, serving as both Collaborative Pianist as well as instructor of ensembles. Her artistry and pedagogy reflects both technical excellence and a deep dedication to inclusive\, meaningful musical storytelling. \n  \n\n\n*In the event of rain\, we will move this concert to 50 Tileston St in the North End.
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/opera-on-the-prado-7/
LOCATION:The Prado (Paul Revere Mall)\, 16 Charter Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Community Event,Opera Project
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Nights
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic Nights are BACK this fall!  Join us on Friday\, November 13th at 6 PM for a night of music and community\, with our final Open Mic Night on The Prado. Performance registration will open two weeks prior to the date of the event. *We are now asking that audience members also register to attend along with our performers. \nWhen: Friday\, November 13th. Arrival at 5:30 PM\, performances begin at 6 PM.   Registration is will go live a couple of weeks before the date of the event. \nWho: ANYONE can sign up to perform as long as they are 18+\, and all are welcome to attend. Performers from the Boston community\, as well as faculty and adult students from our music school\, are invited to participate regardless of age\, experience or instrument! \nWhere: Boston Public Market\, 100 Hanover Street\, Boston\, MA 02108 \n  \nJoin us for a great night out with friends and live entertainment as we expand a community favorite to Boston Public Market! \n  \n 
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/open-mic-nights-33/
LOCATION:Boston Public Market\, 100 Hanover Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20261211T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20261211T200000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Nights
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic Nights are BACK this fall!  Join us on Friday\, December 11th at 6 PM for a night of music and community\, with our final Open Mic Night on The Prado. Performance registration will open two weeks prior to the date of the event. *We are now asking that audience members also register to attend along with our performers. \nWhen: Friday\, December 11th. Arrival at 5:30 PM\, performances begin at 6 PM.   Registration is will go live a couple of weeks before the date of the event. \nWho: ANYONE can sign up to perform as long as they are 18+\, and all are welcome to attend. Performers from the Boston community\, as well as faculty and adult students from our music school\, are invited to participate regardless of age\, experience or instrument! \nWhere:  Boston Public Market\, 100 Hanover Street\, Boston\, MA 02108 \n  \nJoin us for a great night out with friends and live entertainment as we expand a community favorite to Boston Public Market! \n  \n 
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/open-mic-nights-34/
LOCATION:Boston Public Market\, 100 Hanover Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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