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Connecticut Early Music Society Presents ‘Messiah’ With Period Instruments, Saturday

Artistic Director Ian Watson said performing the work on period instruments gives the music an immediacy and color that audiences rarely hear today.

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Eastern Connecticut Symphony Chorus Director Dr. Daniel McDavitt conducts a performance.
Eastern Connecticut Symphony Chorus and Orchestra Present Handel’s ‘Messiah,’ Friday

George Frideric Handel composed Messiah in 1741 in just 24 days. From the joyous “For Unto Us a Child is Born” to the triumphant “Hallelujah” Chorus, the timeless masterpiece captures the wonder and reverence of the holiday season.

SECWAC Hosts Talk on ‘Complex Crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, 30 Years On,’ Today

Greg Ramm, Save the Children’s Country Director for the Democratic Repbublic of the Congo who lived as a Peace Corps teacher in a village of Mobotu’s Zaire, will describe the current political and humanitarian crisis.

Collage of headshots of violinist Ani Kavafian, cellist Peter Wiley, flutist Tara Helen O'Connor and pianist Shai Wosner
Essex Winter Series Sets Stage for New Season of Classical and Jazz Performances

The first show will feature new artistic director and flutist Tara Helen O’Connor, who will be joined by violinist Ani Kavafian, cellist Peter Wiley, and pianist Shai Wosner. The inaugural Mihae Lee Legacy Concert includes works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Mel Bonis, and Valerie Coleman, culminating in Franz Schubert’s Trio in B-flat Major, D. 898.

Learn About the Connecticut River Watershed in New Online Series

A new online educational series spanning the Connecticut River watershed from Old Lyme through its source in New Hampshire will take place over the next two years.

Con Brio Choral Society Celebrates the Season, Today

Con Brio Choral Society, under the direction of Dr. Chris Shepard, will feature the music of English composer and conductor Sir John Rutter.

Children’s Book Illustrator Juana Martinez-Neal Brings The Sahara to Life at Lyme Art Association, Today

This holiday season, the Lyme Art Association invites the community to celebrate art and togetherness with a series of exhibitions and events for all ages.

Old Lyme Land Trust Hosts Community Work Party at John Lohmann Connecticut River Preserve, Sunday

Anyone who would like to volunteer their time and talent is invited to bring rakes, loppers, tarps and gloves to the preserve at 33 Coult Lane.

Shop Local with Lyme Artisans at Guilford Holiday Expo

The art center shop and gallery space at 411 Church Street in Guilford is open daily through Jan. 11 with handcrafted gifts from hundreds of independent artists and makers,

Old Lyme Town Band Continues its 50th Season with Hometown Holiday Favorites, Sunday

Musicians of all ages will bring holiday favorites to the Lymes’ Senior Center on Sunday for a free concert by the Old Lyme Town Band.