Culomba returns to Montpelier for a family concert at Capital City Concerts. This is an unticketed, pay-what-you-can concert.
Rise and Shine celebrates the versatility and power of the viola, the unsung heartbeat and sonic glue of much of the chamber music we love. This unusual program explores the sonic possibilities of the elusive middle voice, through twentieth-century viola quartets by Kenji Bunch and York Bowen, as well as a new folk arrangement by Palaver violist Lysander Jaffe. We will be joined by special guest violists Sam Kelder and Sergio Muñoz.
Rise and Shine celebrates the versatility and power of the viola, the unsung heartbeat and sonic glue of much of the chamber music we love. This unusual program explores the sonic possibilities of the elusive middle voice, through twentieth-century viola quartets by Kenji Bunch and York Bowen, as well as a new folk arrangement by Palaver violist Lysander Jaffe. We will be joined by special guest violists Sam Kelder and Sergio Muñoz. Tickets here
Rise and Shine celebrates the versatility and power of the viola, the unsung heartbeat and sonic glue of much of the chamber music we love. This unusual program explores the sonic possibilities of the elusive middle voice, through twentieth-century viola quartets by Kenji Bunch and York Bowen, as well as a new folk arrangement by Palaver violist Lysander Jaffe. We will be joined by special guest violists Sam Kelder and Sergio Muñoz. Tickets here
Culomba will perform alongside Carl Linich, Rhythm & Roots Choir, and Polyphony Festival singers, in an unforgettable evening of polyphonic singing from Georgia, Corsica, the Balkans, the renaissance, and our own resident composers. Tickets here
Featuring acclaimed jazz vocalist Vuyo Sotashe and Grammy-nominated pianist Chris Patishall, Songbook celebrates the rich musical heritage of Sotashe’s home country, South Africa. The program includes traditional folk songs in Zulu, Sepedi, and Xhosa, a string quartet by Bongani Ndodana-Breen, choral works by Michael Moreane and Bheki Mseleku, and originals by Vuyo Sotashe, all presented in fresh arrangements for voice, piano, and strings by Chris Patishall. Songbook explores connections between American jazz, South African traditional music, and European classical music, moving fluidly between traditions in a spirit of exploration and joy. Tickets here
Featuring acclaimed jazz vocalist Vuyo Sotashe and Grammy-nominated pianist Chris Patishall, Songbook celebrates the rich musical heritage of Sotashe’s home country, South Africa. The program includes traditional folk songs in Zulu, Sepedi, and Xhosa, a string quartet by Bongani Ndodana-Breen, choral works by Michael Moreane and Bheki Mseleku, and originals by Vuyo Sotashe, all presented in fresh arrangements for voice, piano, and strings by Chris Patishall. Songbook explores connections between American jazz, South African traditional music, and European classical music, moving fluidly between traditions in a spirit of exploration and joy. Tickets here
Featuring acclaimed jazz vocalist Vuyo Sotashe and Grammy-nominated pianist Chris Patishall, Songbook celebrates the rich musical heritage of Sotashe’s home country, South Africa. The program includes traditional folk songs in Zulu, Sepedi, and Xhosa, a string quartet by Bongani Ndodana-Breen, choral works by Michael Moreane and Bheki Mseleku, and originals by Vuyo Sotashe, all presented in fresh arrangements for voice, piano, and strings by Chris Patishall. Songbook explores connections between American jazz, South African traditional music, and European classical music, moving fluidly between traditions in a spirit of exploration and joy. Tickets here
Featuring acclaimed jazz vocalist Vuyo Sotashe and Grammy-nominated pianist Chris Patishall, Songbook celebrates the rich musical heritage of Sotashe’s home country, South Africa. The program includes traditional folk songs in Zulu, Sepedi, and Xhosa, a string quartet by Bongani Ndodana-Breen, choral works by Michael Moreane and Bheki Mseleku, and originals by Vuyo Sotashe, all presented in fresh arrangements for voice, piano, and strings by Chris Patishall. Songbook explores connections between American jazz, South African traditional music, and European classical music, moving fluidly between traditions in a spirit of exploration and joy. Tickets here
Featuring acclaimed jazz vocalist Vuyo Sotashe and Grammy-nominated pianist Chris Patishall, Songbook celebrates the rich musical heritage of Sotashe’s home country, South Africa. The program includes traditional folk songs in Zulu, Sepedi, and Xhosa, a string quartet by Bongani Ndodana-Breen, choral works by Michael Moreane and Bheki Mseleku, and originals by Vuyo Sotashe, all presented in fresh arrangements for voice, piano, and strings by Chris Patishall. Songbook explores connections between American jazz, South African traditional music, and European classical music, moving fluidly between traditions in a spirit of exploration and joy. Tickets here
Featuring acclaimed jazz vocalist Vuyo Sotashe and Grammy-nominated pianist Chris Patishall, Songbook celebrates the rich musical heritage of Sotashe’s home country, South Africa. The program includes traditional folk songs in Zulu, Sepedi, and Xhosa, a string quartet by Bongani Ndodana-Breen, choral works by Michael Moreane and Bheki Mseleku, and originals by Vuyo Sotashe, all presented in fresh arrangements for voice, piano, and strings by Chris Patishall. Songbook explores connections between American jazz, South African traditional music, and European classical music, moving fluidly between traditions in a spirit of exploration and joy. Tickets here
Culomba is a Massachusetts-based vocal ensemble specializing in close harmony singing from around the world. Culomba (“dove” in the Corsican language) draws from a deep well of repertoire, including American folk traditions, music of Georgia, Corsica, the Balkans, Ukraine, early European polyphony, and original compositions. Culomba's singers have studied with masters of these traditions, and each brings their specialized knowledge to this unique ensemble.
Culomba is a Massachusetts-based vocal ensemble specializing in close harmony singing from around the world. Culomba (“dove” in the Corsican language) draws from a deep well of repertoire, including American folk traditions, music of Georgia, Corsica, the Balkans, Ukraine, early European polyphony, and original compositions. Culomba's singers have studied with masters of these traditions, and each brings their specialized knowledge to this unique ensemble. Tickets here
Culomba is a Massachusetts-based vocal ensemble specializing in close harmony singing from around the world. Culomba (“dove” in the Corsican language) draws from a deep well of repertoire, including American folk traditions, music of Georgia, Corsica, the Balkans, Ukraine, early European polyphony, and original compositions. Culomba's singers have studied with masters of these traditions, and each brings their specialized knowledge to this unique ensemble. Tickets here
Culomba is thrilled to be back at Edwards Church in Northampton with selections from their new album Cherry Street as well as some new songs! Tickets here
Culomba is a Massachusetts-based vocal ensemble specializing in close harmony singing from around the world. Culomba (“dove” in the Corsican language) draws from a deep well of repertoire, including American folk traditions, music of Georgia, Corsica, the Balkans, Ukraine, early European polyphony, and original compositions. Culomba's singers have studied with masters of these traditions, and each brings their specialized knowledge to this unique ensemble. For more information, visit www.culomba.com
We are delighted to invite you to the inaugural Classical Brunch Showcase on Sunday, January 12, 2025 in Midtown, NYC. Kick off your APAP week with an exclusive performance showcase:
schedule:
9:00am - Sybarite5 & Curtis Stewart
9:24am - Frisson
9:48am - The Westerlies
10:12am - Arcis Saxophone Quartet
10:36am - Palaver Strings
email eric@arielartists.com to rsvp
Join Palaver for Sing for Your Slumber at TOURISTS. This unique program invites touring musicians to enjoy a restful stay in exchange for an intimate, stripped-down performance. It’s a special opportunity to experience live music in a cozy and welcoming setting. Night 2 will feature the full ensemble and special guests, jazz pianist Chris Pattishall and vocalist Vuyo Sotashe. This event is free and open to the public!
Join Palaver members (featuring soloists and small ensembles from the group) for Sing for Your Slumber at TOURISTS. This unique program invites touring musicians to enjoy a restful stay in exchange for an intimate, stripped-down performance. It’s a special opportunity to experience live music in a cozy and welcoming setting.
this event is free and open to the public!
Traditional Christmas music from all around Greece.
Join this all-star crew of Boston klezmer fiddlers for an evening of original music and classic klezmer dance tunes. Led by Abigale Reisman, featuring Rebecca Mac, Max Rothman, Kirsten Lamb, and Rachel Leader, with dance-leading by Adah Hetko.
Tiny Glass Tavern kicks off our 3rd season with a joyful program of music to celebrate the end of the year: with an eclectic selection of music including excerpts of Johann Sebastian Bach's Magnificat, Arvo Pärt's Magnificat, Britten's Corpus Christi Carol, folk & pop music, carols & originals. As always, get ready to join in singing!
Featuring: Kimaya Diggs, soprano, guitar, Sophie Michaux, mezzo-soprano, Hanif Lawrence, tenor, Adam Simon, bass, guitar, piano, Mei Wei, piano, Jeremy Harman, cello, Cantabile (guest vocal ensemble)
Founded in 2021, Levyosn is a new ensemble specializing in Yiddish song and klezmer. Our repertoire includes both traditional music and original songs in Yiddish, Hebrew, Ladino, and English, and draws from adjacent Eastern European folk traditions. Our intricate arrangements and rich vocal harmonies make our sound unique.
House Concert: RSVP Here
Potluck 7 pm, Concert 8 pm
Founded in 2021, Levyosn is a new ensemble specializing in Yiddish song and klezmer. Our repertoire includes both traditional music and original songs in Yiddish, Hebrew, Ladino, and English, and draws from adjacent Eastern European folk traditions. Our intricate arrangements and rich vocal harmonies make our sound unique. This performance is free and open to the public.
Founded in 2021, Levyosn is a new ensemble specializing in Yiddish song and klezmer. Our repertoire includes both traditional music and original songs in Yiddish, Hebrew, Ladino, and English, and draws from adjacent Eastern European folk traditions. Our intricate arrangements and rich vocal harmonies make our sound unique.
Join us for a Yiddish song workshop at 6 pm and a concert at 7:30.
RSVP to perlsteinj@protonmail.com
Join us for an evening of vibrant music with Zoe Christiansen (clarinet, accordion, voice) and Lysander Jaffe (violin, voice). For over a decade, Zoe and Lysander have toured together, studied with master musicians in Eastern Europe, and developed an eclectic duo repertoire of Balkan and klezmer music.
We will also be joined by Soloveychicks Duo (Adah Hetko and Rebecca Mac), performing new arrangements of Yiddish song and klezmer music.
Sunday November 24
The Luthier Collective, 487 Somerville Ave, Somerville, MA
Doors at 7, music at 7:30
Tickets here or at the door (sliding scale $15/$20/$25)
Ready or Not Revisited celebrates the groundbreaking visions of women, queer, trans, and nonbinary composers from the medieval period to the present day. This program builds on the concept of Palaver’s 2022 album Ready or Not, which “blew the tent flap open to embrace new contemporary classical fans” (Midwest Record) and left BBC Music Magazine “wanting more.” Repertoire includes wide-ranging selections by Jessie Montgomery, Hildegard von Bingen, inti figgis-vizueta, Tanner Porter, Sato Matsui, Leilehua Lanzilotti, Pétalo Seslar and Lili Boulanger. Ready or Not Revisited disrupts our expectations, challenges our narratives, and uplifts a multitude of voices who have always been here, whether the concert hall was ready or not.
Ready or Not Revisited celebrates the groundbreaking visions of women, queer, trans, and nonbinary composers from the medieval period to the present day. This program builds on the concept of Palaver’s 2022 album Ready or Not, which “blew the tent flap open to embrace new contemporary classical fans” (Midwest Record) and left BBC Music Magazine “wanting more.” Repertoire includes wide-ranging selections by Jessie Montgomery, Hildegard von Bingen, inti figgis-vizueta, Tanner Porter, Sato Matsui, Leilehua Lanzilotti, Pétalo Seslar and Lili Boulanger. Ready or Not Revisited disrupts our expectations, challenges our narratives, and uplifts a multitude of voices who have always been here, whether the concert hall was ready or not.
This family-friendly show starts at 2 pm.
Ready or Not Revisited celebrates the groundbreaking visions of women, queer, trans, and nonbinary composers from the medieval period to the present day. This program builds on the concept of Palaver’s 2022 album Ready or Not, which “blew the tent flap open to embrace new contemporary classical fans” (Midwest Record) and left BBC Music Magazine “wanting more.” Repertoire includes wide-ranging selections by Jessie Montgomery, Hildegard von Bingen, inti figgis-vizueta, Tanner Porter, Sato Matsui, Leilehua Lanzilotti, Pétalo Seslar and Lili Boulanger. Ready or Not Revisited disrupts our expectations, challenges our narratives, and uplifts a multitude of voices who have always been here, whether the concert hall was ready or not.
Ready or Not Revisited celebrates the groundbreaking visions of women, queer, trans, and nonbinary composers from the medieval period to the present day. This program builds on the concept of Palaver’s 2022 album Ready or Not, which “blew the tent flap open to embrace new contemporary classical fans” (Midwest Record) and left BBC Music Magazine “wanting more.” Repertoire includes wide-ranging selections by Jessie Montgomery, Hildegard von Bingen, inti figgis-vizueta, Tanner Porter, Sato Matsui, Leilehua Lanzilotti, Pétalo Seslar and Lili Boulanger. Ready or Not Revisited disrupts our expectations, challenges our narratives, and uplifts a multitude of voices who have always been here, whether the concert hall was ready or not.
Join Palaver Strings and little house dance for a unique collaboration at the Institute of Contemporary Art, presented by Global Arts Live. Twelve musicians and eight dancers perform Noisefloor, a new project that seamlessly blends music and dance—dancers are involved in the composition process and musicians are involved in little house’s movement language. Playing with the subjectivity of human experience, Noisefloor uses architecture and acoustics to transform the theater into an atmospheric cave. Musicians and dancers move throughout the stage and surrounding areas in an immersive physical, visual, and musical experience. Noisefloor features original music by Courtney Swain and choreography by Heather Stewart.
Twelve musicians of Palaver Strings and eight dancers of little house dance perform Noisefloor, a new project that seamlessly blends music and dance—dancers are involved in the composition process and musicians are involved in little house’s movement language. Playing with the subjectivity of human experience, Noisefloor uses architecture and acoustics to transform the theater into an atmospheric cave. Musicians and dancers move throughout the stage and surrounding areas in an immersive physical, visual, and musical experience. Noisefloor features original music by Courtney Swain and choreography by Heather Stewart.
Dancing Home explores themes of heritage, belonging, displacement, and resilience through the lens of dance. At the heart of this program is the world premiere of ḥawwāsh by Kareem Roustom. Inspired by the ḥawwāsh, or lead dancer of a traditional dabke dance, this piece allows any musician to lead the ensemble at any given moment, sharing fluid leadership through physical and sonic cues. This program also features Palaver’s arrangement of Bartok’s Romanian Dances, original tunes by Maya French and Jamie Oshima, and Kinan Azmeh’s Syrian Dances, commissioned by Palaver in 2022. Dancing Home celebrates social dance as a meeting place for tradition and innovation, and a vehicle for building resilience, joy, and trust.
Dancing Home explores themes of heritage, belonging, displacement, and resilience through the lens of dance. At the heart of this program is the world premiere of ḥawwāsh by Kareem Roustom. Inspired by the ḥawwāsh, or lead dancer of a traditional dabke dance, this piece allows any musician to lead the ensemble at any given moment, sharing fluid leadership through physical and sonic cues. This program also features Palaver’s arrangement of Bartok’s Romanian Dances, original tunes by Maya French and Jamie Oshima, and Kinan Azmeh’s Syrian Dances, commissioned by Palaver in 2022. Dancing Home celebrates social dance as a meeting place for tradition and innovation, and a vehicle for building resilience, joy, and trust.
Dancing Home explores themes of heritage, belonging, displacement, and resilience through the lens of dance. At the heart of this program is the world premiere of ḥawwāsh by Kareem Roustom. Inspired by the ḥawwāsh, or lead dancer of a traditional dabke dance, this piece allows any musician to lead the ensemble at any given moment, sharing fluid leadership through physical and sonic cues. This program also features Palaver’s arrangement of Bartok’s Romanian Dances, original tunes by Maya French and Jamie Oshima, and Kinan Azmeh’s Syrian Dances, commissioned by Palaver in 2022. Dancing Home celebrates social dance as a meeting place for tradition and innovation, and a vehicle for building resilience, joy, and trust.
Dancing Home explores themes of heritage, belonging, displacement, and resilience through the lens of dance. At the heart of this program is the world premiere of ḥawwāsh by Kareem Roustom. Inspired by the ḥawwāsh, or lead dancer of a traditional dabke dance, this piece allows any musician to lead the ensemble at any given moment, sharing fluid leadership through physical and sonic cues. This program also features Palaver’s arrangement of Bartok’s Romanian Dances, original tunes by Maya French and Jamie Oshima, and Kinan Azmeh’s Syrian Dances, commissioned by Palaver in 2022. Dancing Home celebrates social dance as a meeting place for tradition and innovation, and a vehicle for building resilience, joy, and trust.
Join Levyosn for a set of new, old, and reimagined Yiddish songs at Yidstock, the Yiddish Book Center’s annual music festival. Featuring Adah Hetko, Kaia Berman-Peters, Raffi Boden, and Lysander Jaffe. Tickets here
Join Levyosn for an evening of Yiddish song at a magical klezmer festival in western Massachusetts! Beila Ungar opens. Tickets here
Culomba is touring in celebration of our newest album, Cherry Street. Join us at this cozy venue in Somerville for our last Boston show of the year! Tickets here
Join Culomba for a celebration of our newest album, Cherry Street. Close harmony singing from American, East European, and Mediterranean musical traditions, as well as early music and original compositions. Tickets here
Join Culomba for a celebration of our newest album, Cherry Street. Close harmony singing from American, East European, and Mediterranean musical traditions, as well as early music and original compositions. Tickets here
Join Culomba for a celebration of our newest album, Cherry Street. Close harmony singing from American, East European, and Mediterranean musical traditions, as well as early music and original compositions. Tinder Hearth will have wood-fired pizza, drinks, and snacks for sale.
Doors at 5:30; music starts at 7
Join Culomba for a celebration of our newest album, Cherry Street. Close harmony singing from American, East European, and Mediterranean musical traditions, as well as early music and original compositions. Tickets here
Join Culomba for a celebration of our newest album, Cherry Street. Close harmony singing from American, East European, and Mediterranean musical traditions, as well as early music and original compositions.
House Concert, 7 pm
2596 Tater Lane, Guilford, VT
$20 suggested at the door
No RSVPS - seats are first come, first served
