A Community in Song: NEMPAC Annual Holiday Concert

NEMPAC welcomes back its Annual Holiday Concert, Wednesday, December 11th at Sacred Heart Church in the North End.

   Join NEMPAC for an evening of joyful celebration and musical diversity at A Community in Song: NEMPAC Holiday Concert. This special event, led by Artistic Director Stefano Marchese, will highlight the rich cultural tapestry of our community through a variety of holiday music traditions from around the world. From the fun and festive opening by the Eliot School Choir to the soul-stirring Hallelujah chorus finale, this concert promises something for everyone.

Featuring the talented NEMPAC Adult Holiday Choir, Bengisu Gokce String Quartet, and Arlington High School Chamber Orchestra directed by Maestro Tino D’Agostino, as well as extraordinary solo performances by NEMPAC faculty and guest artists, the program will include songs that reflect holiday celebrations from diverse cultural traditions. Experience the magic of Hanukkah, Christmas, and Black spirituals through captivating arrangements.

The evening will culminate in a powerful performance of Handel’s Hallelujah chorus, bringing together the entire ensemble of musicians and vocalists in a celebration of unity through music.

This 90-minute concert is perfect for all ages, blending classical and contemporary elements to create a festive, inclusive holiday experience.

This event is FREE and open to the public.  There is a limit of 4 tickets per reservation.  

A Community in Song: NEMPAC Holiday Concert  details: 

WHERE: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 12 North Square, Boston, MA 02113

WHEN:  Wednesday, December 11th | 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

SOLOISTS: Pearl Scott (soprano), Rhaea D’Aliesio (alto), David Rivera Bozón (tenor), Todd McNeel, Jr. (bass), Sherri Snow (soprano), and Stefano Marchese (tenor)

FOR MORE INFORMATION & TICKETS:  https://nempacboston.org/event/a-community-in-song-nempac-holiday-concert/ 

PARKING & PUBLIC TRANSPORT:
There are several parking lots within a few minutes’ walk on Commercial Street, including the Sargent’s Wharf Lot (269 Commercial Street).

For public transportation you will want to take the Green or Orange Lines to North Station or Haymarket (the walk is about 10-15 minutes from there), or the Blue Line at Aquarium (also about a 10-15 minute walk to the venue).

ACCESSIBILITY: While Sacred Heart Church is wheelchair accessible, we encourage audience members to reach out if they have any accessibility issues to reach out to Will Neely at wneely@nempacboston.org.

About NEMPAC: 

North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) is a 501(c)(3) community music school and performing arts center empowering greater-Boston artists of all ages and abilities.  Fueled by the belief that the arts are an expression of our shared humanity, NEMPAC’s mission is to enrich lives through exceptional, accessible music education and performing arts programs that are as vibrant, inclusive, and diverse as our local communities. 

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