Community Calendar

Rick Steves host
New Jersey Symphony

Usually you’ll find Rick Steves touring the great destinations of Europe. Now you can join him on a different journey: A Symphonic Journey. In this unique concert, Rick Steves teams up with the New Jersey Symphony for a performance that combines Europe’s most stirring romantic-era anthems with beautiful high-definition cinematography and Rick’s insights into European history.

In honor of our 250th Anniversary, Theater to Go ignites the Kelsey stage with 1776, the Musical, the Tony Award-winning hit that brings America’s founding to thrilling life! Follow John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin as they debate, clash and (spoiler alert) ultimately sign the Declaration of Independence. Packed with witty dialogue, soaring songs, and gripping drama, the musical turns history into a bold, inspiring theatrical event. Smart, funny, and deeply moving, this classic musical reminds audiences that great change begins with courageous voices.  $26/24 G

William L. "Larry" Kidder is an acclaimed historian and author specializing in New Jersey’s role in the American Revolution, including works like Ten Crucial Days and Revolutionary Princeton. His deeply researched books spotlight the untold stories of ordinary people who shaped early American independence. In his newest book, The Revolutionary History of a Free Black Man, Jacob’s Francis’ story reveals the many obstacles encountered by free Black people during the time of slavery and gradual abolition in New Jersey. Learn more about Larry https://wlkidderhistorian.com

Larry will be joining us for a post-show talk back and afternoon tea after the performances on Sunday No 8 and Nov 15.

Fri. Nov. 6 at 8pm
Sat. Nov. 14 at 8pm

Matinees:
Sat. Nov. 7 & 14 at 2pm
Sun. Nov. 8 & 15 at 2pm

Presented in conjunction with the new biography of Clara Schumann by Sarah Fritz, the author will narrate a program of solo piano, chamber musician, and songs by the 19th century composer-pianist. Pianist Don Dolan will be joined by baritone Elem Eley, flutist John Lane, violinists Chris Jones and Nancy Wilson, cellist Tomasz Rzeczycki, and pianist Miriam Eley.

In-person & livesteam, reception to follow.

Rick Steves host
New Jersey Symphony

Usually you’ll find Rick Steves touring the great destinations of Europe. Now you can join him on a different journey: A Symphonic Journey. In this unique concert, Rick Steves teams up with the New Jersey Symphony for a performance that combines Europe’s most stirring romantic-era anthems with beautiful high-definition cinematography and Rick’s insights into European history.

The Symphony of Westchester opens its 2026–2027 season on Saturday, November 7 at 8 p.m. at the Christopher J. Murphy Auditorium at Iona University in New Rochelle.

Founder and Artistic Director Barry Charles Hoffman conducts an All Beethoven Program featuring internationally acclaimed pianist Alon Goldstein as soloist in Piano Concerto No. 3 in C minor, Op. 37. The evening also includes Leonore Overture No. 3 and Symphony No. 6 in F major, Op. 68, “Pastorale.”

The concert marks the orchestra’s 29th season at Iona University. Tickets are $60 for general admission, $45 for seniors over 65 and $20 for students with valid ID.

Tickets and more information: https://thesymphonyofwestchester.org/concerts/

Showcasing our new Yamaha piano, Silvano Monasterios Trio return to Flemington DIY. Silvano is joined by Daniel Prim and Raul Reyes Bueno. Cool listening room with a nice vibe. All ages.

The newly formed Trio Candesco, made up of distinguished instrumental faculty of Princeton University (Sarah Shin, flute; Jessica Thompson, viola; Jacqueline Kerrod, harp), performs a beloved masterpiece by Debussy alongside lesser-known but brilliant works for this uniquely colorful instrumentation.

GatherNYC is a revolutionary concert experience founded in 2018 by cellist Laura Metcalf and guitarist Rupert Boyd. The 2026–2027 season includes 31 concerts that run from October 2026 through May 2027, with performances held every Sunday at 11am at Jazzcultural, a new listening room in the heart of Manhattan.

Guests at GatherNYC are served exquisite live classical music performed by New York’s immensely talented artists, artisanal coffee and pastries, a taste of spoken word, and a brief celebration of silence. The entire experience lasts one hour and evokes the community and spiritual nourishment of a religious service – but the religion is music, and all are welcome. Coffee and pastries are served before each performance at 10:30am.

Rick Steves host
New Jersey Symphony

Usually you’ll find Rick Steves touring the great destinations of Europe. Now you can join him on a different journey: A Symphonic Journey. In this unique concert, Rick Steves teams up with the New Jersey Symphony for a performance that combines Europe’s most stirring romantic-era anthems with beautiful high-definition cinematography and Rick’s insights into European history.

In honor of our 250th Anniversary, Theater to Go ignites the Kelsey stage with 1776, the Musical, the Tony Award-winning hit that brings America’s founding to thrilling life! Follow John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin as they debate, clash and (spoiler alert) ultimately sign the Declaration of Independence. Packed with witty dialogue, soaring songs, and gripping drama, the musical turns history into a bold, inspiring theatrical event. Smart, funny, and deeply moving, this classic musical reminds audiences that great change begins with courageous voices.  $26/24 G

William L. "Larry" Kidder is an acclaimed historian and author specializing in New Jersey’s role in the American Revolution, including works like Ten Crucial Days and Revolutionary Princeton. His deeply researched books spotlight the untold stories of ordinary people who shaped early American independence. In his newest book, The Revolutionary History of a Free Black Man, Jacob’s Francis’ story reveals the many obstacles encountered by free Black people during the time of slavery and gradual abolition in New Jersey. Learn more about Larry https://wlkidderhistorian.com

Larry will be joining us for a post-show talk back and afternoon tea after the performances on Sunday No 8 and Nov 15.

Fri. Nov. 6 at 8pm
Sat. Nov. 14 at 8pm

Matinees:
Sat. Nov. 7 & 14 at 2pm
Sun. Nov. 8 & 15 at 2pm

Join us for a special alumni recital celebrating over 65 years of transformative music education and the lifelong connections formed through music study. Featuring NSMS alumni, this concert brings our musical community together to celebrate the joy of performance, the achievements of former students, and a shared love of music that continues long after their time at NSMS.

The piano recital features NSMS alumni Henry Banta, Amy Glennon, Peter Groch, Phyllis Lehrer, Marvin Rosen, Zack Kleiman and others in a program of works by Alan Hovhaness, Rain Worthington, Ludovico Einaudi, Frédéric Chopin, Ludwig van Beethoven, and more.

A short reception will be held at the conclusion of the recital.