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SUMMARY:A Community in Song: NEMPAC Holiday Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of joyful celebration and musical diversity at A Community in Song: NEMPAC Holiday Concert. This special event\, led by Artistic Director Stefano Marchese\, will highlight the rich cultural tapestry of our community through a variety of holiday music traditions from around the world. From the fun and festive opening by the NEMPAC Pop Stars Ensemble and the Eliot School Choir to the soul-stirring Hallelujah chorus finale\, this concert promises something for everyone. \nFeaturing the talented NEMPAC Soloists and Choir\, Formas String Quartet\, and Arlington High School Chamber Orchestra directed by Maestro Tino D’Agostino\, the program will include songs that reflect holiday celebrations from diverse cultural traditions. Experience the magic of Hanukkah\, Christmas\, and Black spirituals through captivating arrangements. \nThe evening will culminate in a powerful performance of Handel’s Hallelujah chorus\, bringing together the entire ensemble of musicians and vocalists in a celebration of unity through music. \nThis 60 minute concert is perfect for all ages\, blending classical and contemporary elements to create a festive\, inclusive holiday experience. \n***Please note:  Sacred Heart Church is not Wheel Chair Accessible. \nReserve Your Tickets Here! \nEVENT DETAILS: \nWHEN: Wednesday\, December 10th at 7 PM to 8 PM \nWHERE: Sacred Heart Catholic Church \nADDRESS: 12 North Square\, Boston\, MA 02113 \nTICKETS: FREE \nEnsembles:\nNEMPAC Vocal Ensemble\nFormas String Quartet\nArlington High School Orchestra\nEliot School Choir\nNEMPAC Youth Pop Stars Vocal Ensemble \nArtistic Director:  Stefano Marchese \nProduction Manager:  Anna Samoilava \nArlington High Honors Orchestra Director:  Tino D’Agostino \nSoprano Soloists:  Pearl Scott\, Mary-Alexandra Onstad\, & Sherri Snow \nAlto Soloist:  Emily Miller \nTenor Soloists:  David Rivera Bozón\, Stefano Marchese \nBass Soloist:  Todd McNeel\, Jr. \nReserve Your Tickets Here! \n\nNEMPAC Holiday Concert Artists\n\n\n \nStefano Marchese\nStefano Marchese is an award-winning Italian singer-songwriter and educator. He has collaborated with Grammy winners Bobby McFerrin and Luis Enrique\, and was nominated as one of the 100 most relevant Abruzzesi abroad. He teaches at Berklee and serves as Eliot School Choir Director. \n\n\n \nTino D’Agostino\nTino D’Agostino is the conductor of the Arlington High School Honors Orchestra and an accomplished musician. He studied in Italy and has performed with prestigious ensembles\, including the Vicenza Symphonic Orchestra and Verdi Philharmonic. \n\n\n \nArlington High School Honors Orchestra\nThis select ensemble of 27 string musicians has performed at venues like Carnegie Hall\, blending timeless classical works with contemporary pieces. \n\n\n \nPearl Scott\nA soprano soloist and former U.S. Army Bands vocalist\, Pearl Scott actively develops recording projects and performs original music. \n\n\n \nSherri Snow\nSherri Snow is a soprano soloist and the Executive Director of NEMPAC\, dedicated to advancing arts education and community engagement. \n \nEmily Miller\nEmily Miller is a sought-after vocalist\, who specializes in Jazz\, soul\, yacht rock\, and classic singer-songwriter repertoire. \n \nTodd McNeel\, Jr.\nCelebrated for his stage presence and powerful voice\, Todd McNeel\, Jr. has performed in operas\, musicals\, and concerts across the U.S. and Europe. \n\n\n \nMary-Alexandra Onstad\nMary-Alexandra Onstad is a soprano soloist\, voice teacher\, and NEMPAC PMI Manager. \n \nDavid Rivera Bozón\nDavid Rivera Bozón is a tenor soloist who appears with opera companies and orchestras throughout the region. \n \nFormas String Quartet\nBrian Urra violin 1\, Louis Thelot violin 2\,\nSarah Zahorodni viola\, Peter Sumner cello \n\n\nReserve Your Tickets Here!
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/a-community-in-song-nempac-holiday-concert-2/
LOCATION:Sacred Heart Catholic Church\, 12 North Square\, Boston\, MA\, 02113\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Reign of Her: An Exploration of the Feminine Sound
DESCRIPTION:Part of NEMPAC’s collaborative Artist Series\, we invite you to experience the power of the feminine sound in Classical Guitar.  In the world of classical music\, the feminine sound is too often misunderstood—labeled as “incorrect” when in truth\, it is simply unique. Resonant\, expressive\, and shaped by a distinctly female perspective\, this sound brings new energy\, technique\, and imagination to the stage. \nJoin us for a transformative concert that redefines what classical guitar can be. Led by a groundbreaking woman in the field\, these concerts spotlight authentic music from a woman’s perspective\, inviting audiences to experience the guitar as a powerful vessel for feminine artistry. \nThrough this concert\, we will explore: \n\nThe rich textures and emotional depth of the feminine sound\nThe differences and intersections between male and female approaches to classical guitar\nThe inclusive\, universal nature of the guitar—an instrument that connects across ages\, genders\, cultures\, and languages\n\nMore than a performance\, this is a movement to modernize classical guitar and expand its audience. You’ll be part of a bold reimagining—one that challenges tradition and celebrates diversity\, authenticity\, and artistic evolution. \nRediscover the guitar.  Reimagine the stage. Feel the power of the feminine sound. \nThis concert will feature Classical Guitar with the talents of Marisa Sardo: \nDATE: Thursday\, January 15th @ 7:30 PM (doors open at 7 PM) \nTICKETS: General Admission $35\, Student $20\, and Pay-what-you-can $0 + \nVENUE: Bijou de la Vida Gallery \nADDRESS: 390 Commercial Street\, Boston\, MA 02113 | North End \n  \nPurchase Single Tickets to this Concert \nThis year we are offering a season pass to all three of our Artist Series concerts for $125/person\, which includes VIP reserved seating\, which you can purchase by clicking here. \nWe are also offering the opportunity to sponsor an artist or sponsor one of the three concerts. Please reach out to Will Neely at wneely@nempacboston.org or 857 239 9997 if you are interested. \n  \n\n\n\n\nABOUT MARISA SARDO: Since being awarded in over 20 international competitions\, Chicago-born guitarist Marisa Sardo has emerged as one of today’s most exciting young artists to see perform live. Born in the United States from Italian parents\, she holds a dual-citizenship and is an active musician in music scenes all over the world. Her unique programs include a variety of diverse music\, including music from Europe\, African music\, music from South America\, music written by women\, world premieres\, and music written for her. She began playing at the age of 4\, and at a young age\, she started competing in and winning local competitions. In 2022\, she was one of the only classical guitarists to win 1st prize in the New York Laureate International Music Competition. In 2021\, she won 1st prize in the Twisted Spruce International Music Competition.  In 2019\, she won 1st prize in the Grand Prize Virtuoso International Competition\, and performed in Amsterdam and Salzburg in the winner’s concert tour. She has performed in numerous venues around the world as a guest soloist\, including the Mozarteum University in Salzburg\, Austria\, the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam\, Netherlands\, among others. In total\, Marisa has performed in 5 continents around the world and over 25 countries as a featured solo performer.
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/the-reign-of-her-an-exploration-of-the-feminine-sound/
LOCATION:Bijou de la Vida Gallery\, 390 Commercial Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02113\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hey It's O.K (Opera & Kundiman) - SOLD OUT!
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nTHIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! \nPart of NEMPAC’s collaborative Artist Series\, Lauren Florek\, Carlo Bunyi\, and Marcelline Merrill will present Hey It’s O.K (Opera & Kundiman)\, a concert featuring traditional Filipino art song with western classical music. This concert will amplify the voices of the Phillipines\, bringing awareness\, understanding\, and the celebration of different cultures. \nJoin Duo Filipino for an evening where music transcends borders\, blending the richness of Filipino classical songs with beloved Western opera and musical theater classics. The program features sarswela (Filipino opera)\, kundiman (Filipino art songs)\, and timeless Western works\, offering a unique musical journey that bridges cultures. \nThe kundiman—Philippine art songs with themes of love\, patriotism\, and resilience—has been a voice for generations\, from Spanish colonial times to modern struggles for freedom. Iconic songs like “Bayan Ko” have inspired courage and unity\, and Duo Filipino brings these powerful works to life for audiences who may not have experienced them before. \nIn showcasing Filipino music alongside Western standards\, Duo Filipino not only honors their heritage but also invites all listeners to discover the beauty\, history\, and emotional depth of the Philippines’ classical repertoire. This is a night to celebrate culture\, connection\, and the universal language of music. \nThis concert will feature Sarswela\, Kundiman\, Western Opera\, and Musical Theatre\, with the talents of the following artists: \nLauren Florek: Soprano\nCarlo Bunyi: Baritone\nMarcelline Merrill: Pianist \nDATE: Friday\, March 13th 2026 at 7:30 PM\nVENUE: Bijou de la Vida Gallery\nADDRESS: 390 Commercial Street\, Boston\, MA 02109  | North End \nReserve Your Tickets Here! \nWe are also offering the opportunity to sponsor an artist or sponsor one of the three concerts. Please reach out to Will Neely at wneely@nempacboston.org or 857 239 9997 if you are interested. \n\n\n  \n\n\nABOUT LAUREN FLOREK: \nFilipino-American Soprano Lauren Florek brings honesty and authenticity to a variety of musical genres. Recent roles include Frasquita in Carmen\, The Queen of the Night (cover) in The Magic Flute and Deb in the contemporary musical Ordinary Days. In 2023 she was commissioned to record her debut solo album “Sing a Song of Seasons\,” a song cycle of 24 songs by Robert Rogler in the iconic GBH Fraser Performance Studio. Lauren is passionate about the study of Filipino Classical music and co-founded Duo Filipino\, an ensemble committed to sharing Filipino culture and history through Filipino classical music. Lauren was a Finalist and Encouragement Award recipient in Opera Connecticut’s 2025 American Opera Idol Competition and a Semi-Finalist in the 2021 Perfect Day Music Competition. She holds a Bachelor’s in Vocal Performance from DePaul University and a Master’s in Vocal Performance from the Longy School of Music. \n\n\n  \n\n\nABOUT CARLO BUNYI: \nFilipino baritone Carlo Bunyi is a Boston-based soloist and teacher whose craft and stylistic versatility has led him to explore a diversified range of musical activities. \nRecent performances include Monterone in Rigoletto\, Don Giovanni in Don Giovanni\, Tonio in I Pagliacci\, and Frank in Die Fledermaus. \nHe holds a Master of Music in Vocal Performance and Music Education from the Longy School of Music and a Bachelor of Music in Voice from the University of Santo Tomas. \nCarlo is the music teacher at South Boston Catholic Academy and currently a cantor at the Divine Mercy Parish in Quincy\, MA. \n\n\n  \n\n\nABOUT MARCELLINE MERRILL: \nAfter her first heart surgery at the age of nine\, Marceline Merrill found companionship and solace at the piano. This lead to her emotionally dynamic playing based in rich tonal colors and story telling. As a testament to her beloved craft\, Marceline holds over 40 distinctions from her smalltown home to international competitions. \nMrs. Merrill performs regionally and across the nation as a soloist and collaborator. She prioritizes curating programs that engage her audiences with underrepresented works alongside the classics. Some highlights from this season include an interview published in the American Music Teacher magazine performance at the New Gallery Concert Series\, a performance and lecture at the Music Teacher National Association Conference\, and a recording of a solo album. \nMarceline also volunteer regionally and nationally to develop the field of piano education with organizations like the Music Teacher National Association\, the New England Piano Teacher Association\, and the Frances Clark Center for Keyboard Pedagogy.
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/hey-its-o-k-opera-kundiman/
LOCATION:Bijou de la Vida Gallery\, 390 Commercial Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02113\, United States
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SUMMARY:Performathon 2026
DESCRIPTION:The North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) is proud to present its Annual Performathon\, a five-hour fundraising concert supporting NEMPAC’s tuition assistance and educational programs for students of all ages and abilities. \nThis year’s event will take place at Urban Wild in Hood Park. Audiences will enjoy inspiring performances by NEMPAC students and faculty while helping expand access to high-quality music and arts education. All proceeds support need-based students through discounted tuition for private lessons\, group classes\, and summer programs. \nPerformances will feature students from NEMPAC’s private music instruction\, dance\, and musical theater programs\, as well as school partnership initiatives\, alongside faculty artists. The event highlights the diversity and impact of NEMPAC’s arts education across disciplines and age groups. \nDesigned as a fun\, community-centered event\, the Performathon invites guests to make a day of it with food available on-site and nearby neighborhood favorites like Tradesman\, Sunny Side\, and Lucky Tiger. \nJoin us for four hours of music and celebration as we support creativity\, community\, and the transformative power of the arts. \nThis event is made possible through the generous support of lead sponsors Seven Hills Farmstead\, Urban Wild Boston\, and Hood Park\, with additional sponsor support from the North End Athletic Association\, Representative and Chair of House Ways and Means Aaron Michlewitz\, Rita Pagliuca\, and Andrea Waldstein;  and in collaboration with Falcetti Music\, The Loop Lab\, Henry Bear’s Park Toy Store\, and Charlestown Mothers Association. \nDETAILS OF THE PERFORMATHON EVENT: \nWHEN: Saturday\, April 11th from 11 AM to 4 PM \nWHERE: Urban Wild Boston at Hood Park \nADDRESS: 100 Hood Park Drive\, Boston\, MA 02129 \nPledge a Performer! \nView our Livestream Here! \nThere are man ways to get involved with Performathon in addition to donating\, including: \n     – Advocating – Share our mission to ensure all have access to high-quality arts and the Performathon fundraising page linked here.\n     – Volunteering – Help out at the event with set-up\, raffles\, etc.\n     – Attending – Join us on April 11th and help cheer on our performers! \nFor any questions about volunteering you can reach out to Miguel Petris at operations@nempacboston.org or call 857 239 9997. \n 
URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/performathon-2026/
LOCATION:Urban Wild\, 100 Hood Park Drive\, Boston\, MA\, 02129\, United States
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SUMMARY:Flower & Ash: A Post-American Concert
DESCRIPTION:Part of NEMPAC’s collaborative new Artist Series\, Flower & Ash: A Post-American Concert is an evening of original\, folk-inspired song. No ordinary setlist\, the night marks the full band debut performance of songs from a new musical still in progress (“Flower & Ash”). Unlike a traditional musical\, the folk/roots band of Flower & Ash delivers a concert experience that compliments the action onstage and can also stand on its own\, as it will at City Winery. Through the vibrant\, character-rich music\, we are transported to the world of a dystopian America born of violent political differences. In the play\, the post-apocalyptic story chronicles an epic journey of two 20-somethings—Flower and Ash—who discover the true meaning of survival. Reflections of the adventurous\, soul-searching narrative weave their way throughout this Post-American Concert. \nTHE PROCESS OF CREATING FLOWER & ASH – in the words of creator Mike Descoteaux \nFlower & Ash is a vigorous push-back against the hardening of hate and vitriol in our culture. We’re shining a spotlight on the power of compassion through storytelling that is as fun as it is pointed. We’re combining music\, theater\, and storytelling in unique ways. We’re asking folk music to do what it’s always done: change the world\, if just a little bit. Our show explores the tribal wasteland of a dystopian America born of violent political differences and the resulting anarchy. Amidst the literal and figurative rubble arises a truly American story of resurrection and connection. Unlike a traditional musical\, our folk/roots band delivers songs that create a concert experience alongside the action onstage. In fact\, the concert can stand alone as a live album\, reflecting on the themes explored in the narrative—freedom\, identity\, sexuality\, religion\, and what it means to be American.  \nOn the road to a first full production\, we are thrilled to partner with NEMPAC and City Winery in presenting the debut performance of the complete song-set of FLOWER & ASH with a band of talented musicians. Songwriter and playwright\, Mike Descoteaux\, will provide narrative highlights between songs for audience members to engage with the story beyond the music. After the concert\, everyone is invited to discuss their experience with the artists. \nThis concert presents folk songs from a dystopian future: \nMike Descoteaux: (songwriter\, piano\, vocals)\nMcCoy Plaisted: (drums\, vocals)\nCasey Murray: (cello\, guitar\, vocals)\nLila Blue: (guitar\, banjo\, vocals)\nPearl Scott: (vocals)\nCameron Kirkpatrick: (fiddle) \nDATE: Thursday\, April 16th @ 7:30 PM to 9 PM | Doors open at 6 PM for drinks and dinner \nVENUE: City Winery Boston | Haymarket Lounge \nADDRESS: 80 Beverly St\, Boston\, MA 02114 \nTICKETING: Stage Premiere: $42 – sold out!   General Admission: $30 \nPurchase Tickets Here! \nWe are also offering the opportunity to sponsor an artist or sponsor one of the three concerts. Please reach out to Will Neely at wneely@nempacboston.org or 857 239 9997 if you are interested. \n\n\n  \n \n\n \n \n \n\nABOUT MIKE DESCOTEAUX (SONGWRITER\, PIANO\, VOCALS):  Mike Descoteaux (he/him) is a songwriter and performer with over 25 years in the music industry. In addition to his singer/songwriter catalog\, he’s written a handful of musicals including Ready for Life (a zombie musical)\, Dia De Los Muertos\, The Fundamental Skip\, and Warfield: USA. He’s collaborated with brilliant artists like Ellis Paul\, Jason Robert Brown\, Jackie Hoffman\, Dickie Smothers\, Laura Hall\, and William Finn. Mike’s performed at theaters and music venues around the world with The Second City\, Club Passim\, Chicago Shakespeare and New World Stages topping the list. \n\nMike was creator and head of the Music Program at the legendary Second City in Chicago\, songwriter/pianist of the Second City ETC stage\, and full-time artistic director/executive director of several New England nonprofit arts and comedy organizations. His work has been seen on NBC\, A&E\, WGN\, WGBH and stages around the globe. He has “composed” and “conducted” over 1\,000 completely improvised musicals with BLANK! the musical (Off-Broadway)\, Baby Wants Candy\, Musical! the musical\, and many others. In addition to teaching/performing at institutions like the Second City\, iO\, Comedy Sportz\, the Annoyance\, the Magnet\, UCB\, Northwestern University\, and Columbia College\, Mike has led workshops in improvisation\, sketch\, music direction\, and music improv at festivals and theaters all over the world. Find Mike  on Instagram at Mike_D_Makes_Music. \n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\nMCCOY PLAISTED (DRUMS\, VOCALS)\nMcCoy Plaisted (he/him) is an active drummer\, educator\, composer\, arranger\, and producer originally from New England. As a current graduate student in the Jazz Studies program at Rutgers\, he continues to regularly perform across New England\, New York\, and New Jersey as the bandleader of .mp3. He is particularly active in the Massachusetts\, Connecticut\, New York\, and New Jersey jazz and musical theatre scenes. \nMcCoy is a proud alumnus of UMass Amherst\, where he earned his Bachelor of Music in Jazz and Afro-American Music Studies\, served as center snare for the UMass Minuteman Marching Band\, and taught the UMass Drumline upon graduation. McCoy’s mentors deeply ingrained a strong foundation in jazz and rudimental percussion\, having studied under Thom Hannum\, Ian Hale\, Tom Giampietro\, Jeff Holmes\, Jonathan Barber\, and Ryan Sands. \n\n\n \nCASEY MURRAY (CELLO\, GUITAR\, VOCALS)\nCasey Murray is a multi-instrumentalist performer\, composer\, and educator who finds creative joy collaborating in musical conversation. Playing for contra dancing with bands Calico\, Northwoods\, and Nobody’s Business\, Casey delights dancers with an irresistible groove on cello and guitar. They also tour with their folk duo Casey Murray & Molly Tucker. They have put out multiple records with the band Corner House and in 2022 released their debut Casey & Molly album. They have also appeared on records of numerous friends and collaborators including . Casey is a graduate of Berklee College of Music holding a Bachelor of Music degree in Cello Performance and a minor in American Roots Music Studies. They innovate across genres\, drawing from their roots in styles including Celtic\, Old Time\, New England contra\, folk\, classical\, and improvisation. \n\n\n \nLILA BLUE (GUITAR\, BANJO\, VOCALS)\nLila Blue (they/them) is a twenty-five year old non-binary and queer folk musician\, singer-songwriter\, playwright and performer based out of New York City. They have been performing and composing professionally since early childhood in communally devised theater with the likes of Bread and Puppet Theater and the Lake Lucille Chekhov Project. They have toured and performed internationally\, as well as composing music for film and television\, most notably for MTV and Lifetime. They released their fourth LP\, “Sweet Pea\,” in 2023 garnering much critical praise including Ann Powers of NPR\, “they bring an incredible authority to songwriting and singing…enormous fearlessness and panache….” Their projects navigate themes of grief\, joy\, intergenerational trauma\, rage\, queerness and collisions with divine and haunted spirits\, stemming from their own intuitive practices (which include writing in their sleep). Their original musical about the life and work of Hilma af Klint\, “SEE/UNSEE\,” is currently in development at HERE Arts. You can find them online at @lilablueofficial and lilablueofficial.com.   \n\n\n \nPEARL SCOTT (vocals)\nPearl Scott is a military veteran & singer/songwriter/producer originally from Indiana\, who now currently lives in Boston\, MA. She spent four years as a vocalist in the U.S. Army Bands stationed at Fort Liberty\, NC\, and Fort Knox\, KY\, after receiving a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University. Accomplished in her songwriting and performance capabilities\, she was honored to be the NEMPAC recipient for April 2024. She has an album and various singles available for purchase/stream. Follow on Instagram @pearlscottmusic and view her website www.pearlscottmusic.com for more information. \n \n\n\nCAMERON KIRKPATRICK (fiddle)\nCameron Kirkpatrick—(fiddle) Hailing from Chelsea\, MA\, Cameron enjoys being on the water and navigating Boston Harbor.  He recently picked up the violin as a nice contrast to his previous career as a Baroque Oboist.  You can find him playing in a small variety of Irish pubs in the Boston area\, where he plays sessions with good Craic and a pint of Guinness.  \n\nPARKING & PUBLIC TRANSPORT:\nThere are several parking garages within a few minutes’ walk\, including the Haymarket Garage located at 136 Blackstone Street\, with parking maxed at $16 for evenings and weekends. \nThe closest MBTA stations are Haymarket (orange and green lines) about a 5 minute walk\, and North Station (orange and green lines)\, also about a 5 minute walk.\n \nACCESSIBILITY: City Winery Boston is fully handicap accessible.  Their ADA entrance is located at the corner of New Chardon St and N. Washington St. If you need assistance or have questions\, please contact their Concierge at bostonconcierge@citywinery.com or call them at 617-933-8047. For Information about All their Accessibility options please email accessibility@citywinery.com.
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LOCATION:City Winery Boston\, 80 Beverly St\, Boston\, MA\, 02114\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Park - Samuel Batista Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Samuel Batista is a Panamanian saxophonist\, composer\, and educator based in the United States. \nBatista has performed internationally as a sideman with artists including Rubén Blades\, Alain Mallet\, Oscar Stagnaro\, Mark Walker\, and Billy Cobham\, and has appeared at major venues and festivals such as Carnegie Hall\, the Montreal Jazz Festival\, the Panama Jazz Festival\, and the Kriol Jazz Festival. His collaborations also include performances with Kim Plainfield\, Miguel Bosé\, and Totó la Momposina\, among others across the global music scene. As a recording artist\, he is featured on projects including Panama United (2019) and Alain Mallet’s Mutt Slang series. \nA committed educator\, Batista has served on faculty at the Danilo Pérez Foundation and the New England Conservatory. He holds a Master’s degree in Global Jazz from the Berklee Global Jazz Institute and a Bachelor’s degree in Performance and Jazz Composition from Berklee College of Music\, both earned on full scholarships. He is currently active as a performer\, composer\, and educator\, developing projects that explore the intersection of jazz and Panamanian musical traditions. \nLearn more about Samuel Batista \nPERFORMANCE DETAILS:\nWhen: Thursday\, July 9th 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-samuel-batista-quartet/
LOCATION:Rose Kennedy Greenway – North End Parks\, Boston\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Community Event,Jazz in the Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T150845Z
CREATED:20260513T142236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T150845Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Park - Kristi Scaccia Sextet
DESCRIPTION:Kristi Scaccia is a French horn performer\, educator\, and ensemble leader whose work bridges classical excellence with contemporary collaboration. A Florida native\, she holds degrees in Horn Performance from Florida State University and the Conservatorio della Svizzera Italiana in Lugano\, where she studied with renowned artists David Johnson and Alessio Allegrini. \nKristi has performed internationally with ensembles including Orchestra Fiati della Svizzera Italiana and the Lugano Chamber Orchestra\, with appearances in Vatican City and across Europe. Her versatile career spans orchestral\, chamber\, and cross-genre projects\, including recent collaborations blending horn with electric bass. As leader of her sextet ensemble\, she brings together dynamic musicians to explore bold\, genre-spanning repertoire with a focus on expressive\, collaborative performance. \nIn addition to her performing work\, Kristi is a dedicated educator and teaching artist with the North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) and Eliot K–8 School in Boston\, where she inspires the next generation of musicians. \nLearn more about Kristi Scaccia \nPERFORMANCE DETAILS:\nWhen: Thursday\, July 16th 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-kristi-scaccia-sextet/
LOCATION:Rose Kennedy Greenway – North End Parks\, Boston\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Community Event,Jazz in the Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T150920Z
CREATED:20260513T145001Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T200000
DTSTAMP:20260729T150238Z
CREATED:20260513T150911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T150238Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T210000
DTSTAMP:20260721T203847Z
CREATED:20260713T183139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T203847Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T151031Z
CREATED:20260513T151336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T151031Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20261010T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20261010T150000
DTSTAMP:20260909T164642Z
CREATED:20260814T180747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T164642Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20261017T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20261017T150000
DTSTAMP:20260814T182202Z
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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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