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06/18/2026

to this 1985 program that featured a performance by Emanuel Ax, who's headlining the 2026-2027 Opening Night!

As we go through program books dating back to the first season in 1858, we're reminded of artists and ensembles we've hosted throughout their careers: Emanuel Ax- Official Page, Yo-Yo Ma, Academy of St Martin in the Fields, and many more.

While this October's performance is much different - Ax will perform two Mozart piano concertos with The Knights - his artistry is just as radiant. Join us: info and tickets available at musicworcester.org.

Music Worcester Presents: The Knights and Emanuel Ax

06/17/2026

Next season, join us for one of our performances at The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts. The theatre originally opened in 1904 and has grown into being one of Worcester's staples, presenting theatre and concert works throughout the year.

This fall, join us in this beautiful, decorated space for a concert production of Gershwin's "Porgy & Bess" directed by Everett McCorvey; next spring, join us for one of our co-presentations with THT - Ballet Hispánico New York and Martha Graham Dance Company.

📷The Hanover Theatre

06/17/2026

Last night, Everett McCorvey and members of his American Spiritual Ensemble performed at the American Antiquarian Society. The event was livestreamed: enjoy it here. We're thrilled to have musically activated another space in Worcester.

Thanks to AAS, and thanks to the performers - Ms. Angela Brown, Karen Slack, Frank Espinosa, Kenneth Overton, Baritone, John Wesley Wright, Everett McCorvey, and pianist Tedrin Blair Lindsay.

Music Worcester Concert with Everett McCorvey

06/16/2026

Last week in New York, Simone Dinnerstein and CONCORA performed some of the same works they brought to BACHtoberfest 2025 as part of the Naumburg Orchestral Concert Series. Enjoy WQXR's on-demand broadcasting of the entire performance. Happy listening!

Tune in at 7:30pm as Naumburg's 121st Orchestral Concert series continues with Baroklyn, Simone Dinnerstein, & CONCORA.

06/15/2026

Don't forget to sign up for tomorrow's free, virtual performance by Everett McCorvey and members of his American Spiritual Ensemble!

The artists are performing traditional spirituals at the American Antiquarian Society, including some from a program from 1879! Enjoy this performance from the comfort of your own home - sign up at musicworcester.org.

06/12/2026

Music Worcester and The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts co-present two ballet companies in the 2026-2027 Season: Ballet Hispánico New York and the Martha Graham Dance Company!

Ballet Hispánico New York presents their CARMEN.maquia, a retelling of Bizet's iconic story of Carmen. "It’s not just a ballet that’s performed externally or gesturally—it’s something we feel in our bodies." (Eduardo Vilaro)

Martha Graham Dance Company, on the heels of their GRAHAM100 tour, performs a program that represents the lasting visionary impact of Graham in dance.

Subscriptions are on sale now; single tickets on sale June 22.

06/12/2026

Vijay Gupta's book "ReStrung" hit the shelves this week... have you secured your copy yet?

From his website: "Restrung tells that story from the inside. It follows Vijay through burnout and collapse, and into the work that rebuilt his life: showing up week after week with musicians and neighbors who taught him what it means to listen with care. It is a book about finding purpose in community, and about how music can hold people together when everything else falls apart."

Vijay was Music Worcester's 2023 Artist-in-Residence, working throughout the Worcester community in both concerts and organizational work. Congrats on your debut book, Vijay!

A book by Vijay Gupta exploring music, empathy, and human connection.

06/11/2026

Voces8 came to Worcester almost two years ago(!) and since then, they've released their 20th anniversary album. Take a listen - here's their recording of Caledonia arranged by Blake Morgan.

VOCES8 sings Dougie MacLean's 'Caledonia' in an arrangement by Blak...

06/10/2026

The 2025-2026 Season brought us passionate musicians, delivering music that spanned genre. Take a look at some of our favorite shots of this year.

1 - Nelson Goerner's immaculate performance in Curtis Hall at Assumption University that took us on a colorful journey to the European countryside. (Cole Parks)
2 - Everett McCorvey's debut as Music Worcester's Artist-in-Residence, directing a performance by his American Spiritual Ensemble at Mechanics Hall. (Matt Wright)
3 - Emi Ferguson & Ruckus Early Music performing a modern-day take on Bach's music for flute and continuo at JMAC. (Troy B. Thompson Photography )
4 - Catherine Russell and Sean Mason's intimate jazz set, also at JMAC. (Kofi Poku)
5 - The world premiere of Brian Story's "Frederick" conducted by Cailin Marcel Manson, at Mechanics Hall. (Troy B. Thompson)

06/08/2026

Next season, Music Worcester continues to activate the city's performance venues. We'll be presenting nine artists and ensembles at Mechanics Hall on Main Street, starting in October with Music Worcester Presents: The Knights and Emanuel Ax.

Mechanics Hall was finished in 1857 and since then has been home to performances, weddings, and other celebratory experiences. Music Worcester has used Mechanics Hall for years, presenting artists like Yo-Yo Ma, Itzhak Perlman, and more. Join us next season to enjoy the acoustics, artists, and atmosphere - check out our full schedule of performances at Mechanics Hall at musicworcester.org.

📷 Matt Wright