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05/04/2024 in Arlington MA: Songs celebrating love, friendship and community, from Mozart’s Ave Verum, accompanied by strings, to "You Will Be Found" from Dear Evan Hansen, to the Kenyan-inspired anthem Sisi Ni Moja (We Are One), Sister Sledge’s "We Are Family", and, of course, Bob Marley’s "One Love", and more! Donnell Patterson, director. Tickets: $20. CONTACT: sharinganewsong@gmail.com.

05/17/2024 in Pittsfield MA, 05/18/2024 in Pittsfield MA: Johannes Brahms: Liebeslieder Waltzes; Cecilia McDowall: Everyday Wonders: The Girl from Aleppo; Rogers & Hammerstein: The Sound of Music (selections)–with audience participation. Ryan LaBoy, director. Admission is free, with donations welcome! CONTACT: theberkshireconcertchoir@gmail.com, 413-442-6120.

05/19/2024 in Methuen MA: W.A. Mozart: Vesperae Solennes de Confessore, K. 339; Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, K. 525. With the Methuen High School Concert Choir. Free admission. All guests attending NECS concerts will be required to wear an appropriate mask in accordance with current CDC guidelines at all times while in the building. Masks will be available at the ticket desk. CONTACT: info@newenglandclassical.org, 978-474-6090.

05/04/2024 in South Hadley MA: Niccolò Jommelli's Requiem in Eb (1756); and short choruses by Handel and Mozart, which place Jommelli’s music in contrast with typical examples of the Baroque and Classical styles. With string ensemble. Geoffrey Hudson, conductor. Free-will donations accepted. CONTACT: pioneervalleycappella@gmail.com.

05/19/2024 in Stamford CT: Franz Schubert: Mass No. 2 in G; W.A. Mozart: Selected Sacred Works, including “Te Deum laudamus” (K. 141), “Jubilate” from Benedictus sit Deus (K. 117), and the immortal Ave verum. Veronica Mak, soprano; James Ruff, tenor; Christopher Grundy, baritone; Billy Janiszewski, Music Director; Dr. Robert Kwan, organ. Tickets $30 at the door, $25 adult pre-sale, $15 student (18+), free under age 18. A reception to celebrate our 75th anniversary will immediately follow the concert. CONTACT: info@thestamfordchorale.org, 203-359-0659.

05/19/2024 in Chelmsford MA: John Rutter: Requiem; other works. CONTACT: info@westfordchorus.org, 978-692-9604.

05/05/2024 in Taunton MA: Works by Phillips, Lippa, Lennox and Stewart, Darian and Leigh, Nicks, Hoskins, and others. Chris Hoskins, director. Tickets: $15, $12 seniors/students. CONTACT: taunton.ma.civic.chorus@gmail.com.

05/11/2024 in Holyoke MA: Tickets: $10. Proceeds benefit the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. CONTACT: info@springfieldsymphony.org, 413-733-2291.

05/03/2024 in Northampton MA, 05/04/2024 in South Hadley MA: Niccolò Jommelli's Requiem in Eb (1756); and short choruses by Handel and Mozart, which place Jommelli’s music in contrast with typical examples of the Baroque and Classical styles. With string ensemble. Geoffrey Hudson, conductor. Free-will donations accepted. CONTACT: pioneervalleycappella@gmail.com.

05/17/2024 in Provincetown MA, 05/18/2024 in Provincetown MA, 05/19/2024 in Orleans MA: Ralph Vaughan Williams: “In Windsor Forest”; and music from the coronations, plus music by the Beatles, Elton John, and Queen. Free admission, donations welcomed. CONTACT: info@outercapechorale.org, 857-544-2937.

05/18/2024 in Attleboro MA: Favorite pieces from four decades, from Renaissance music to Disney, and will even spotlight some Attleboro area composers. Nicholas Rocha, director. Join us after the concert at OP's traditional "Feasting Table". CONTACT: info@opsingers.org.

05/05/2024 in Newton MA: Fogerty’s songs present a common man’s view of life in America, with anthems like "Fortunate Son" and "Have You Ever Seen the Rain" capturing the spirit of the Sixties, and tunes like “Deja Vu (All Over Again)” and “Centerfield” exemplifying personal reflection and resilience. Tickets: $20 adult, $15 children. CONTACT: newfamilysingers@gmail.com.

05/05/2024 in Winchester MA: Tickets: $20. Light refreshments following concert. CONTACT: webmaster@mishawumchoral.org, 781-942-2317.

05/05/2024 in Brockton MA: F.J. Haydn: "Lord Nelson" Mass; opera excepts by Verdi, Puccini, and more. Alisa Cassola, soprano; Alexis Peart, mezzo-soprano; Fausto Miro, tenor; Juan Suarez, baritone; Murray Kidd, director. With string quartet and trumpets. Tickets: $20, $18 senior/student. CONTACT: ajhoran@comcast.net, 508-427-6640.

05/11/2024 in Jamaica Plain MA: Rachel Hassinger, director. CONTACT: jpjubileechorus@gmail.com.

06/15/2024 in Wayland MA: An open gospel sing and fundraiser led by Donnell Patterson. We invite both singers and listeners alike enjoy the fabulous gospel music Donnell will teach the gathered group. Rain date: Saturday June 22. Tickets: $35. CONTACT: lucyaboyer@gmail.com, 339-222-2566.

06/02/2024 in South Hadley MA: Ralph Vaughn Williams: O Clap Your Hands; Gabriel Fauré: Cantique de Jean Racine; Randall Thompson: The Road Not Taken; Nathaniel Dett: Son of Mary; Gently, Lord, O Gently Lead Us; Let us Cheer the Weary Traveler; Wolfgang Mozart: Vesperae Solennes de Confessore. Paige Graham, director. With soloists and orchestra. CONTACT: hampshirechoral@gmail.com, 413-461-8378.

05/12/2024 in New Bedford MA: Celebrate Mother's Day with a concert of classical and contemporary choral music featuring works by FJ Haydn, Cole Porter, Gerald Dyck and more. Patrice Tiedemann, soprano; Allison Messier, mezzo-soprano; Marcus Huber, tenor; Jonathan Babbitt, organ; Raymond Buttero, director. Tickets: $20, free for children under 12. CONTACT: President@gnbcs.org.

05/05/2024 in Milford MA: Tickets: $12 at the door, free for children under age 10. CONTACT: Chorus_GMCC@yahoo.com.

05/19/2024 in Gardner MA: Gabriel Fauré: Requiem; Kevin Siegfried: Songs for the Journey. With orchestral ensemble. Tickets: $15, $12 seniors and children under 12.