Community Calendar

Emily Wallace captivates her audiences with her breathtaking voice, genuine demeanor, and trademark sense of humor. Pianist, composer, arranger, and jack-of-all-trades Adam Maness is one of the most in-demand musicians and collaborators on the St. Louis music scene whose trio with bassist Bob DeBoo and drummer Montez Coleman has developed a reputation as one of today's premier piano trios. Recently, they have all joined forces to bring new life to classic rock and pop, in addition to originals.

From Salzburg; Mozart and Friends. Michael Haydn- Divertimento in C for Violin, Cello, and Bass Leopold Mozart- Divertimento No.1 in G Major W. A. Mozart- Piano Sonata No. 16 in C Major, K. 545 W. A. Mozart- Piano Quartet in G Minor, K. 478 The January 31 performance will be audio and video recorded for the virtual presentation February 8 at 9:00 a.m.. Performances are presented in the Sheldon Concert Hall, with socially distanced seating. 2021-22 Season programs are being presented in front of a live audience, and virtually. Live concerts will be held in the Sheldon Concert Hall on the dates listed on your ticket. Virtual performances are accessed on our website, using the access password printed on your ticket.

The annual King’s Ball (or Queen’s Ball on a leap year) is a French-inspired celebration of music and dancing that has been held in historic Ste. Genevieve for more than 50 years. Just as in years gone by, guests of all ages are invited to join in the merriment of the annual King’s Ball. Everyone is encouraged, but not required, to dress in French Colonial costume. The musical ensemble will provide instructions in traditional dance. As in other European Epiphany celebrations, a King’s Cake is baked, with a bean hidden in it. This important aspect of the King’s Ball is the traditional method of selecting the King for the year. Guests are welcome to bring a basket of snacks for their enjoyment, and there will be a cash bar for refreshments. Proceeds from the King’s Ball benefit the Ste. Genevieve Museum and the Foundation for Restoration of Ste Genevieve.

From Salzburg; Mozart and Friends. Michael Haydn- Divertimento in C for Violin, Cello, and Bass Leopold Mozart- Divertimento No.1 in G Major W. A. Mozart- Piano Sonata No. 16 in C Major, K. 545 W. A. Mozart- Piano Quartet in G Minor, K. 478 The January 31 performance will be audio and video recorded for the virtual presentation. Virtual performances are accessed on our website, using the access password printed on your ticket.

Celebrate with Stephanie Trick and Paolo Alderighi. Tchaikovsky- String Sextet in D Minor “Souvenir de Florence” Op. 70 Stephanie Trick and Paolo Alderighi- Program announced from the stage The February 14 performance will be audio and video recorded for the virtual presentation February 22 at 12:01 a.m.. Performances are presented in the Sheldon Concert Hall, with socially distanced seating. Visit the COVID-19 Protocols page for up-to-date information on The Sheldon and CMSSL health and safety guidelines. Be sure to bring proof of vaccination with you to all CMSSL performances. 2021-22 Season programs are being presented in front of a live audience, and virtually. Live concerts will be held in the Sheldon Concert Hall on the dates listed on your ticket. Virtual performances are accessed on our website, using the access password printed on your ticket.

Celebrate with Stephanie Trick and Paolo Alderighi. Tchaikovsky- String Sextet in D Minor “Souvenir de Florence” Op. 70 Stephanie Trick and Paolo Alderighi- Program announced from the stage The February 14 performance will be audio and video recorded for the virtual presentation. Virtual performances are accessed on our website, using the access password printed on your ticket.

Join St. Louis Classical Guitar for an evening with Thomas Viloteau, French phenom classical guitarist, at the Ethical Society of St. Louis, as part of their Great Artist Series. French guitar phenomenon Thomas Viloteau is the winner of the Guitar Foundation of America and the Francisco Tárrega competitions. He is the author of the best-selling technique book “In the Black Box,” and the only guitarist to ever win the Arthur Foote Award from the Harvard Musical Association. Tickets for online viewing will also be available beginning the Friday after the performance.

Widely recognized by musicians worldwide, John Rutter is beloved for his lush melodies and orchestrations. Rutter’s Requiem is unmistakably optimistic in its message of hope and comfort, expressed through uplifting musical themes and beautiful texts in both Latin and English. Join the Bach Society of Saint Louis Chorus and Orchestra along with soprano soloist Emily Birsan for their performance of John Rutter’s Requiem.

Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos are broadly regarded as premier examples of Baroque orchestral music. Concertmaster Lenora-Marya Anop will lead the Bach Society Orchestra in a rare performance of all six instrumental masterpieces presented in one afternoon. This brilliant performance of intimate and virtuosic chamber music will be a highlight of the 2022 St. Louis Bach Festival. Presented by Tad and Catherine Edwards in memory of William Chandler.

The Bach Society of Saint Louis concludes its 2021-2022 Season with a performance of J.S. Bach’s monumental masterwork, the Mass in B Minor. One of the most profound and astounding spiritual testaments ever composed, it took 35 years to complete and remains a living testimony to Bach’s deep faith and his artistic virtuosity. Every note from the opening Kyrie to the final Dona nobis pacem plays a part in making what many consider to be Bach’s ultimate musical legacy. Music Director and Conductor A. Dennis Sparger leads the Bach Society Chorus and Orchestra and features soprano Mary Wilson, countertenor Jay Carter, tenor Gene Stenger, and baritone Elijah Blaisdell. Presented in loving memory of Lori Duesenberg, former member of the Chorus and lifelong Bach supporter by Robert H. Duesenberg.