Sun Oct 19 at 4:30 p.m.
Cabrini Shrine Lawn (inside chapel in case of rain)
701 Fort Washington Ave,
New York, NY 10040
Prelude Opera presents a delightful new staging of Engelbert Humperdinck’s classic opera for children, Hansel and Gretel. The one-hour production presents the fairy tale in English, sung by professional opera singers and accompanied by piano and the Leadlights String Ensemble. In the Shrine’s retreat room in case of rain.
This all-women classical chamber ensemble is in residence for the New York Women Composers for the 2024-25 season. Their rich instrumentation features violin, viola, cello, flute, clarinet, and soprano and will showcase works by Chaminade, Mahler, and Messiaen.
Heart-lifting music to bring joy and hope to your heart.
Admission: $20/adult, $10/seniors and youth. Tickets available in advance.
The soul-soothing Majesta Chanters return to Cabrini Shrine with a concert of Gregorian chant that honors St. Michael the Archangel in story and song. Part of the Shrine’s Music of Hope series.
Tickets are available in advance or at the door. $20 general/$10 students and seniors.
Woodwinds specialist Gottfried Stöger is joined by French bass violinist Francois Moutin and Grammy Award-winning pianist Leo Genevese for a chamber music concert that weaves inspiration with improvisation.
Tickets available in advance or at the door. $25.
Prize-winning soprano Gudrun Buhler is joined by Kathryn Olander on piano for a concert of arias by Puccini, Verdi, Boito, and Lehar. By donation.
