Auditions

Auditions are open for Assabet Valley Mastersingers. See the auditions page for more information.

November 8, 2024 (Friday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Keep Marching: Women’S Music Through the Ages. Mystic Chorale celebrates women songwriters, singers, and composers with songs from 1000 years ago to the present with songs including "Love is Like a Butterfly" by Dolly Parton, W"ould You Harbor Me?" by Ysaye Barnwell, "Crowded Table" by The Highwomen (Brandi Carlile’s ensemble), "Closer to Fine" by Indigo Girls, Pata Pata by Miriam Makeba, along with suffragist anthems "Bread and Roses" and "Keep Marching" from the Broadway musical, Suffs. Mike Pfitzer, director. With Rosi Amador of Sol Y Canto. Tickets: $25 live; $15 live stream. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Cary Memorial Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington MA 02420 (View flier) ⓘ 🔗

May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Seasons of Change! More than 150 Mystic Chorale singers explore the parallels between the cycle of seasons and the ebbs and flows of our lives with songs such as "Try to Remember" from The Fantasticks, Malvina Reynolds’s "Turn Around", Carole King’s "You’ve Got a Friend", Joni Mitchell’s "Circle Game", Pete Seeger’s "Turn, Turn, Turn", "Seasons of Love" from Rent, and more. The concert connects seasons of Mystic’s past and present, including Mystic favorite, "Every Day is a Day of Thanksgiving" and a surprise song led by Mystic Chorale Founder Nick Page. With Keith Murphy, guitar, and Becky Tracy, fiddle. Tickets: $25 live, $15 live stream. For more information, email info@mysticchorale.org. Cary Memorial Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington MA 02420 ⓘ 🔗

February 23, 2024 (Friday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Mystic Gospel: Moving Forward, Looking Back. A spirit-filled concert offering an eclectic mix of music rooted in the African American gospel tradition, including Aretha Franklin’s "How I Got Over", Rhiannon Giddens’ "Up Above My Head", Jonathan Butler’s "Our Voices Matter", CeCe Winans’ "Goodness of God", and music John P. Kee, all united by messages of love and unity. Nichelle Mungo, vocalist; Jonathan Singleton, director. If you’re unable to attend in person, the concert will be live streamed. For more information, email info@mysticchorale.org. Cary Memorial Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington MA 02420 ⓘ 🔗

November 11, 2023 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: There Will Always Be Singing. Visiting music director Mike Pfitzer leads more than 150 singers in a concert of music from a variety of locations, styles, cultures, and time periods, including Linda Hirschhorn’s There Will Always Be Singing; the South African protest song Akanamandla; Trilo, a Swedish prayer song for the safe return of boats; Simon and Garfunkel’s "Bridge Over Troubled Water"; and popular modern folk songs - the Wailin’ Jennys’ "One Voice" and Brandi Carlile and Alicia Keys’ "A Beautiful Noise". The concert will be live streamed. Tickets: $25 live, $15 virtual. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Cary Memorial Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington MA 02420 ⓘ 🔗

May 19, 2023 (Friday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Celtic Roots. Music from throughout the British Isles, France and Spain, as well as America, with 150 Mystic singers led by Mary Cunningham and accompanied by a Celtic band. Songs include "Wild Mountain Thyme", "Isle of Hope Isle of Tears", We Rise Again, "Rocky Road to Dublin", "Dulaman", "Cornwall’s Hal an Tow", A Rianxiera (from Galicia), and "Will the Circle Be Unbroken". For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Cary Memorial Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington MA 02420 ⓘ 🔗

February 25, 2023 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Mystic Gospel 2023: Simply Amazing. Led by Donnell Patterson, the 150-voices-strong chorale presents a spirit-filled performance in a program that includes the hymn Amazing Grace, Deniece Williams’ God is Amazing, and gospel’s trailblazer Hezekiah Walker’s Amazing. Tickets: $25 live, $15 livestream. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Cary Memorial Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington MA 02420 ⓘ 🔗

December 8, 2022 (Thursday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: The Heart Dances, The Soul Sings. In his last season before moving to St. Louis, Mystic Chorale Founder and Artistic Director Nick Page leads the chorus in a concert that will lift the spirits of singers and audience alike. Gospel, South African, and Israeli songs to a new Nick Page piece: HaLev Roked (The Heart Dances). The performance ends with Nick’s anthem, "A Promise I Will Keep, Every Day Is a Day of Thanksgiving" (with Mystic alumni) and a heartfelt farewell song for Nick. Tickets: $25 live, $15 livestream. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Cary Memorial Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington MA 02420 ⓘ 🔗

November 30, 2021 (Tuesday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: TOGETHER: Mystic Chorale sings live again! Directed by Nick Page and featuring Donnell Patterson on piano, a smaller but stalwart chorus brings back some of Mystic’s favorite songs of celebration, including Miriam Makeba's Pata Pata with returning guest Nthabi Thakadu; "Glory to God" from Handel's Messiah; Nick Page’s arrangement of Joey Weisenberg’s Kol HaNeshama; the Gospel prayer "I Need You to Survive" (led by Nthabi); Ysaye Barnwell's arrangements of "Power! Lord!" and "Steal Away"; and Donnell’s soul-stirring arrangement of "Every Day Is a Day of Thanksgiving", featuring returning soloist Louise Grasmere. Proof of vaccination is required of all in attendance, along with spaced-out seating and masks throughout the performance. Tickets: $20 general admission, $10 livestreaming access. See https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_HowMzmP-U For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Cary Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington MA 02420 ⓘ 🔗

June 16, 2020 (Tuesday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [online]: Mystic Chorale Online Singalong. A series of virtual singalongs instituted by Nick Page, the chorus's founder and artistic director. Participants will connect via Zoom, the videoconferencing app. Social and visiting time begins at 7:15; the sing will begin promptly at 7:30. Click the link to join the Mystic Summer Sing-Alongs or join by phone by calling (646) 558-8656. Enter Meeting ID: 831 8793 9256, password: 849 255. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Online ⓘ 🔗

May 17, 2020 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Glory: A 30th Anniversary Celebration. Celebrating 30 years of songs of compassion. Directed by Nick Page. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Cary Hall, 1605 Massachusetts ave, Lexington MA 02420 ⓘ 🔗

May 16, 2020 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Glory: A 30th Anniversary Celebration. Celebrating 30 years of songs of compassion. Directed by Nick Page. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Cary Hall, 1605 Massachusetts ave, Lexington MA 02420 ⓘ 🔗

March 1, 2020 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Mystic Gospel-Raise the Praise! Joyful and spirit-filled gospel concerts led by Jonathan Singleton, performed in a variety of musical styles all united by themes of love and hope. With gospel, jazz and R&B vocalist Athene Wilson. Tickets: $20 general admission, children 10 and under free. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMuo8DBMYw8 For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall- Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont St., Boston MA 01828 ⓘ 🔗

February 29, 2020 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Mystic Gospel-Raise the Praise! Joyful and spirit-filled gospel concerts led by Jonathan Singleton, performed in a variety of musical styles all united by themes of love and hope. With gospel, jazz and R&B vocalist Athene Wilson. Tickets: $20 general admission, children 10 and under free. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMuo8DBMYw8 For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall- Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont St., Boston MA 01828 ⓘ 🔗

November 24, 2019 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: More Love! Mystic Chorale launches its 30th year with a fall performance directed by Nick Page: 200 singers celebrate with songs like U2’s "Pride" (In the Name of Love); James Taylor's "How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You"; and Jewish, Muslim, and Christian sacred songs expressing the deep joy of spiritual love. The repertoire further includes a jubilant South African wedding song, barbershop and madrigal pieces, Brian Wilson’s "God Only Knows", Lady Gaga’s "Shallow", and a rollicking medley of Motown hits. Mystic’s ace band is led by guitarist extraordinaire, Gary Backstrom. For more information, call 781-898-0121 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall At Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

November 23, 2019 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: More Love! Mystic Chorale launches its 30th year with a fall performance directed by Nick Page: 200 singers celebrate with songs like U2’s "Pride" (In the Name of Love); James Taylor's "How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You"; and Jewish, Muslim, and Christian sacred songs expressing the deep joy of spiritual love. The repertoire further includes a jubilant South African wedding song, barbershop and madrigal pieces, Brian Wilson’s "God Only Knows", Lady Gaga’s "Shallow", and a rollicking medley of Motown hits. Mystic’s ace band is led by guitarist extraordinaire, Gary Backstrom. For more information, call 781-898-0121 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall At Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

May 19, 2019 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: The Fiddle Sings! Directed by Nick Page, the chorus will sing a range of songs exploring Swing, Klezmer, Bluegrass, Blues, Dixieland, and Baroque music along with pieces from Eastern Europe and South Africa. The program includes Cat Stevens’ "If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out"; J. S. Bach’s Jesu, Joy Of Man’s Desiring with words of peace by Pete Seeger; Yidl Mit'n Fidl; the Serbian folksong Niska Bania; the Spiritual "Little David, Play on Your Harp": and James Taylor’s "New Hymn". With Joyce Andersen, fiddle; Billy Novick, clarinet; and Jonathan Singleton, piano. Tickets: $20 general admission (free for children 10 and under). For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Cary Hall, 1605 Massachusetts ave, Lexington MA 02420 ⓘ 🔗

May 18, 2019 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: The Fiddle Sings! Directed by Nick Page, the chorus will sing a range of songs exploring Swing, Klezmer, Bluegrass, Blues, Dixieland, and Baroque music along with pieces from Eastern Europe and South Africa. The program includes Cat Stevens’ "If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out"; J. S. Bach’s Jesu, Joy Of Man’s Desiring with words of peace by Pete Seeger; Yidl Mit'n Fidl; the Serbian folksong Niska Bania; the Spiritual "Little David, Play on Your Harp": and James Taylor’s "New Hymn". With Joyce Andersen, fiddle; Billy Novick, clarinet; and Jonathan Singleton, piano. Tickets: $20 general admission (free for children 10 and under). For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Cary Hall, 1605 Massachusetts ave, Lexington MA 02420 ⓘ 🔗

March 3, 2019 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Mystic Chorale sings GOSPEL! Led by Jonathan Singleton, the 250­-voices­-strong chorale and 5-piece band will present two joyful and spirit-filled performances featuring eclectic music rooted in the African American gospel tradition. This year’s program will include the Soweto Gospel Choir’s Woza Meli Wami, Brian Houston’s So That I Can Walk In Your Way, Hezekiah Walker’s Better!, and Aretha Franklin’s "Never Gonna Break My Faith!" Tickets $15. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email publicity@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall At Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

March 2, 2019 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Mystic Chorale sings GOSPEL! Led by Jonathan Singleton, the 250­-voices­-strong chorale and 5-piece band will present two joyful and spirit-filled performances featuring eclectic music rooted in the African American gospel tradition. This year’s program will include the Soweto Gospel Choir’s Woza Meli Wami, Brian Houston’s So That I Can Walk In Your Way, Hezekiah Walker’s Better!, and Aretha Franklin’s "Never Gonna Break My Faith!" Tickets $15. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email publicity@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall At Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

November 18, 2018 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: LOVE! 175 Mystic Chorale voices sing out about the many dimensions of love, from the sweet blush of a new crush to the misery of a break-up, to the tenderness we feel with a baby in our arms. The music will range from the gentle caress of a Celtic ballad to the rock-out glory of the classic “Why Do Fools Fall In Love?” from Katy Perry’s “Firework” to an early John Lennon love song, from a rousing hit from the musical Hamilton to a Doo-Wop medley. The women will belt out Aretha Franklin’s “Respect,” and the men will move hearts with “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling.” Guitarist extraordinaire Gary Backstrom leads the band. Tickets: $20 general admission, children under 5 free. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

November 17, 2018 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: LOVE! 175 Mystic Chorale voices sing out about the many dimensions of love, from the sweet blush of a new crush to the misery of a break-up, to the tenderness we feel with a baby in our arms. The music will range from the gentle caress of a Celtic ballad to the rock-out glory of the classic “Why Do Fools Fall In Love?” from Katy Perry’s “Firework” to an early John Lennon love song, from a rousing hit from the musical Hamilton to a Doo-Wop medley. The women will belt out Aretha Franklin’s “Respect,” and the men will move hearts with “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling.” Guitarist extraordinaire Gary Backstrom leads the band. Tickets: $20 general admission, children under 5 free. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

May 20, 2018 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Selma to Soweto: Songs of Power (with Ysaye Barnwell!). Songs of community, power and hope from the ongoing Civil Rights movements of South Africa and the US. Ysaye Barnwell, who has spent three decades singing with Sweet Honey In The Rock and building communities of song throughout the world, is this season’s featured guest. With South African friends Nthabi Thakadu, Phakamani Pega, and Pumla Bhungane, as well as pianist Jonathan Singleton. Tickets: $20. Enjoy this video of Mystic singing at a past concert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PTdZPbyONw For more information, call 617-512-2325 or email a.roffman@verizon.net. Converse Hall at Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

May 19, 2018 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Selma to Soweto: Songs of Power (with Ysaye Barnwell!). Songs of community, power and hope from the ongoing Civil Rights movements of South Africa and the US. Ysaye Barnwell, who has spent three decades singing with Sweet Honey In The Rock and building communities of song throughout the world, is this season’s featured guest. With South African friends Nthabi Thakadu, Phakamani Pega, and Pumla Bhungane, as well as pianist Jonathan Singleton. Tickets: $20. Enjoy this video of Mystic singing at a past concert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PTdZPbyONw For more information, call 617-512-2325 or email a.roffman@verizon.net. Converse Hall at Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

February 25, 2018 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Mystic Chorale Sings Gospel! Led by award-winning gospel director Jonathan Singleton, the 250-voices-strong chorale and 5-piece band present two joyful and spirit-filled performances featuring eclectic music rooted in the African American gospel tradition, including "God Bless the Child"; the Soweto Gospel Choir's Avulekile Amasango combined with Bob Marley's "One Love"; "Old Landmark" from Aretha Franklin's Amazing Grace album; and songs by Richard Smallwood, Kirk Franklin and the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir! Tickets: $20; children under 5 are free. Enjoy this video from a previous Mystic Gospel concert: "Give Him Glory!" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vDYXMOmVM_c&t=16s) For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

February 24, 2018 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Mystic Chorale Sings Gospel! Led by award-winning gospel director Jonathan Singleton, the 250-voices-strong chorale and 5-piece band present two joyful and spirit-filled performances featuring eclectic music rooted in the African American gospel tradition, including "God Bless the Child"; the Soweto Gospel Choir's Avulekile Amasango combined with Bob Marley's "One Love"; "Old Landmark" from Aretha Franklin's Amazing Grace album; and songs by Richard Smallwood, Kirk Franklin and the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir! Tickets: $20; children under 5 are free. Enjoy this video from a previous Mystic Gospel concert: "Give Him Glory!" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vDYXMOmVM_c&t=16s) For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

November 19, 2017 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: The Folk Revival Revisited with Bill Staines! The creative spirit that reinvented Folk back in the ‘60s is still very much alive in the music of today. Celebrating a mix of the old and the new, the performance will dive into the fun and passion of this remarkable, ever-evolving music, with pieces by classic artists such as Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan, and Phil Ochs and more contemporary folk artists such as Ruth Moody of the Wailin’ Jennys and Carrie Newcomer. Mystic Chorale welcomes returning guest Bill Staines, accompanied by an old-time band led by Chris Eastburn. General admission $20- tickets available at the door one hour before each performance and at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3105122. Enjoy this clip of Mystic and Bill Staines singing RIVER at a previous concert, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDeM7kqzrvk
 For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

November 18, 2017 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: The Folk Revival Revisited with Bill Staines! The creative spirit that reinvented Folk back in the ‘60s is still very much alive in the music of today. Celebrating a mix of the old and the new, the performance will dive into the fun and passion of this remarkable, ever-evolving music, with pieces by classic artists such as Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan, and Phil Ochs and more contemporary folk artists such as Ruth Moody of the Wailin’ Jennys and Carrie Newcomer. Mystic Chorale welcomes returning guest Bill Staines, accompanied by an old-time band led by Chris Eastburn. General admission $20- tickets available at the door one hour before each performance and at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3105122. Enjoy this clip of Mystic and Bill Staines singing RIVER at a previous concert, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDeM7kqzrvk
 For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

May 21, 2017 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: EARTH SONGS: Singing for Our Home. Mystic Chorale’s 120 singers soar with inspiring melodies, defiant joy—and urgency!—on behalf of this Earth we call our home. Jim Scott, of The Paul Winter Consort, who marched and sang with Pete Seeger on many occasions during their forty-year friendship, will lead Seeger’s great anthem, "My Rainbow Race," and sing several of his own songs, including "The Rainforest Song." The program includes four premieres, including a commissioned song by Nick Page. The audience will be invited to sing along. Tickets: $18 general admission (children under 5 free). For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont St, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

May 20, 2017 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: EARTH SONGS: Singing for Our Home. Mystic Chorale’s 120 singers soar with inspiring melodies, defiant joy—and urgency!—on behalf of this Earth we call our home. Jim Scott, of The Paul Winter Consort, who marched and sang with Pete Seeger on many occasions during their forty-year friendship, will lead Seeger’s great anthem, "My Rainbow Race," and sing several of his own songs, including "The Rainforest Song." The program includes four premieres, including a commissioned song by Nick Page. The audience will be invited to sing along. Tickets: $18 general admission (children under 5 free). For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont St, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

February 26, 2017 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Gospel: "I'm Gonna Praise the Lord!". Songs ranging from the spiritual "Give Me Jesus" to the lullaby "All My Trials" to an exuberant “One More Day”; as well as JJ Hairston's "Lord of All" and "I Have a Dream", based on words of Dr. Martin Luther King. Featured guests include sopranos Athene Wilson, Christina DeVaughn, and Sayida Farmer; tenor Carl Corey; saxophonist, Bobby Tynes; band leader Adonis Martin from St. Paul AME Church in Cambridge; and the Liturgical Dance Troupe from AME, led Janine Dailey. Music Director: Donnell Patterson. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont St, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

February 25, 2017 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Gospel: "I'm Gonna Praise the Lord!". Songs ranging from the spiritual "Give Me Jesus" to the lullaby "All My Trials" to an exuberant “One More Day”; as well as JJ Hairston's "Lord of All" and "I Have a Dream", based on words of Dr. Martin Luther King. Featured guests include sopranos Athene Wilson, Christina DeVaughn, and Sayida Farmer; tenor Carl Corey; saxophonist, Bobby Tynes; band leader Adonis Martin from St. Paul AME Church in Cambridge; and the Liturgical Dance Troupe from AME, led Janine Dailey. Music Director: Donnell Patterson. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont St, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

November 20, 2016 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Our Voices Will Be Heard: Songs of Protest & Hope. Songs of peace, songs of war, songs of patriotism, songs of protest, songs of connection to the causes we live for, from Civil War hymns to more contemporary songs by Crosby, Stills & Nash, Joni Mitchell, Keb’ Mo’, Ysaye Barnwell, Pat Humphries, Nick Page and others. Led by Nick Page. Guitarist Gary Backstrom opens with Jimi Hendrix’s version of The Star Spangled Banner, and the concert closes with Linda Brown San Martin (a classmate of Hillary Clinton!) and the Chorale singing a medley of civil rights anthems. As always, our audience will be part of the community, singing along (and maybe dancing!). Admission $18; children under 5 free. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email publicity@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont St, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

November 19, 2016 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Our Voices Will Be Heard: Songs of Protest & Hope. Songs of peace, songs of war, songs of patriotism, songs of protest, songs of connection to the causes we live for, from Civil War hymns to more contemporary songs by Crosby, Stills & Nash, Joni Mitchell, Keb’ Mo’, Ysaye Barnwell, Pat Humphries, Nick Page and others. Led by Nick Page. Guitarist Gary Backstrom opens with Jimi Hendrix’s version of The Star Spangled Banner, and the concert closes with Linda Brown San Martin (a classmate of Hillary Clinton!) and the Chorale singing a medley of civil rights anthems. As always, our audience will be part of the community, singing along (and maybe dancing!). Admission $18; children under 5 free. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email publicity@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont St, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ 🔗

May 22, 2016 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. The Mystic Chorale [MA]: Spirituals and the Blues. The 180 Mystic singers, directed by Nick Page, explore the connections between two musical cousins that evolved from the African American experience: the blues side of Spirituals and the spiritual side of the Blues. Music includes the song “Hold On”; songs by Keb’ Mo’ and Eric Bibb; and a new arrangement by Nick Page combining the Spiritual “Motherless Child” and “My Yiddishe Mama.” With Louise Grasmere; Sayida Rivers Farmer; Regie Gibson (whose poem “God is a Bluesman,” will be combined with Blind Willie Johnson’s “The Soul of a Man,” sung by Fred Griffeth); and blues guitarist Gary Backstrom. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email Publicity@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall, Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, *1 block from Park Street T stop, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ

May 21, 2016 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. The Mystic Chorale [MA]: Spirituals and the Blues. The 180 Mystic singers, directed by Nick Page, explore the connections between two musical cousins that evolved from the African American experience: the blues side of Spirituals and the spiritual side of the Blues. Music includes the song “Hold On”; songs by Keb’ Mo’ and Eric Bibb; and a new arrangement by Nick Page combining the Spiritual “Motherless Child” and “My Yiddishe Mama.” With Louise Grasmere; Sayida Rivers Farmer; Regie Gibson (whose poem “God is a Bluesman,” will be combined with Blind Willie Johnson’s “The Soul of a Man,” sung by Fred Griffeth); and blues guitarist Gary Backstrom. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email Publicity@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall, Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, *1 block from Park Street T stop, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ

February 28, 2016 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. The Mystic Chorale [MA]: Mystic Gospel 2016. An eclectic mix of music rooted in the African American gospel tradition, and inspirational popular pieces, including contemporary “praise” music. The program includes Duke Ellington's "Come Sunday;" a version of “Mary Don’t You Weep” that fuses gospel and blues; a South African variation on “Khumbayah,” which has long been an anthem of the civil rights and women’s rights movements; the spiritual, "I'm Gonna Sing"; and several pieces with the call-and-response patterns characteristic of gospel music. Jonathan Singleton, conductor. Tickets: $18/Adults, $15/Seniors & Students. Available in advance online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2491950 For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email Publicity@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall At Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ

February 27, 2016 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. The Mystic Chorale [MA]: Mystic Gospel 2016. An eclectic mix of music rooted in the African American gospel tradition, and inspirational popular pieces, including contemporary “praise” music. The program includes Duke Ellington's "Come Sunday;" a version of “Mary Don’t You Weep” that fuses gospel and blues; a South African variation on “Khumbayah,” which has long been an anthem of the civil rights and women’s rights movements; the spiritual, "I'm Gonna Sing"; and several pieces with the call-and-response patterns characteristic of gospel music. Jonathan Singleton, conductor. Tickets: $18/Adults, $15/Seniors & Students. Available in advance online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2491950 For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email Publicity@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall At Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ

November 22, 2015 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. The Mystic Chorale [MA]: South African Journey. The Mystic Chorale celebrates South African choral traditions with music of the Anti-Apartheid era, a cappella pieces including a classic from Ladysmith Black Mambazo, rousing Gospel songs, and the South African National Anthem N'Kosi Sikelel'i Afrika / Die Stem. Led by Nick Page, with South African friends including Nthabi Thakadu, Phumla Bhungane, and Phakamani Pega; Linda Shoemaker and Louise Grasmere, drums; and a band led by Jonathan Singleton. Bring your dancing shoes and join us as The Mystic Chorale celebrates our 25th anniversary! (Enjoy this video recording from one of Mystic Chorale’s past concerts: http://bit.ly/1Zv7xWa). Tickets available online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2359233 and at the door one hour before show time. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email publicity@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall, Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, *1 block from Park Street T stop, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ

November 21, 2015 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. The Mystic Chorale [MA]: South African Journey. The Mystic Chorale celebrates South African choral traditions with music of the Anti-Apartheid era, a cappella pieces including a classic from Ladysmith Black Mambazo, rousing Gospel songs, and the South African National Anthem N'Kosi Sikelel'i Afrika / Die Stem. Led by Nick Page, with South African friends including Nthabi Thakadu, Phumla Bhungane, and Phakamani Pega; Linda Shoemaker and Louise Grasmere, drums; and a band led by Jonathan Singleton. Bring your dancing shoes and join us as The Mystic Chorale celebrates our 25th anniversary! (Enjoy this video recording from one of Mystic Chorale’s past concerts: http://bit.ly/1Zv7xWa). Tickets available online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2359233 and at the door one hour before show time. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email publicity@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall, Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, *1 block from Park Street T stop, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ

May 17, 2015 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Celebration of the legacy of Pete Seeger. With folk singer Bill Staines. First, songs that inspired Pete Seeger: Spirituals, union songs, South African songs and songs by Woody Guthrie, Ledbelly and Beethoven (with words by Seeger). Then Bill Staines will lead us in Seeger classics like "Where Have All The Flowers Gone" and “Turn! Turn! Turn!” Lastly, songs influenced by Seeger: Bob Dylan's "Forever Young" and a new Pat Humphries tribute to Pete Seeger, "Sing People Sing." The concert concludes with Bill Staines leading his songs, including "All God's Critters Got a Place In The Choir" and "River." General admission tickets at $18.00, $15.00 for seniors/students, and children under 5 are free. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at Tremont Temple Baptist Church, 88 Tremont St, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ

May 16, 2015 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Celebration of the legacy of Pete Seeger. With folk singer Bill Staines. First, songs that inspired Pete Seeger: Spirituals, union songs, South African songs and songs by Woody Guthrie, Ledbelly and Beethoven (with words by Seeger). Then Bill Staines will lead us in Seeger classics like "Where Have All The Flowers Gone" and “Turn! Turn! Turn!” Lastly, songs influenced by Seeger: Bob Dylan's "Forever Young" and a new Pat Humphries tribute to Pete Seeger, "Sing People Sing." The concert concludes with Bill Staines leading his songs, including "All God's Critters Got a Place In The Choir" and "River." General admission tickets at $18.00, $15.00 for seniors/students, and children under 5 are free. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at Tremont Temple Baptist Church, 88 Tremont St, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ

March 1, 2015 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. The Mystic Chorale [MA]: Mystic Gospel 2015. Mystic Gospel from Greater Boston’s 250 voices strong Mystic Chorale features an eclectic mix of music rooted in the African American gospel tradition and inspirational popular music, including contemporary “praise” music. Including “Lean On Me;” “Conviction of the Heart,” by Kenny Loggins; a South African Gospel song, and more! Conducted by Jonathan Singleton. Tickets: $18 Adults, $15, Seniors & Students, available in advance online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1193498 and at the door one hour before each concert. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ

February 28, 2015 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. The Mystic Chorale [MA]: Mystic Gospel 2015. Mystic Gospel from Greater Boston’s 250 voices strong Mystic Chorale features an eclectic mix of music rooted in the African American gospel tradition and inspirational popular music, including contemporary “praise” music. Including “Lean On Me;” “Conviction of the Heart,” by Kenny Loggins; a South African Gospel song, and more! Conducted by Jonathan Singleton. Tickets: $18 Adults, $15, Seniors & Students, available in advance online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1193498 and at the door one hour before each concert. For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street, Boston MA 02108 ⓘ

November 23, 2014 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. The Mystic Chorale [MA]: A Sea of Stars. Celebrating the power of poetry in song with the music of many traditions, from pop to jazz to folk, plus a Gospel piece featuring sixty youth from Dorchester's Boston City Singers. With Stan Strickland, sax; Jonathan Singleton, piano; and literary musician Regie Gibson in a combination of classical, jazz, rap, beat and slam poetry. As with all Mystic concerts, the audience will be equal participants singing along on songs like Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" and a Gospel version of "Go Where I Send Thee.” Tickets: $18 Adults; $15 Students/Seniors, available online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/890612 For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street (One block from Park Street T station), Boston MA 02108 ⓘ

November 22, 2014 (Saturday)

7:30 PM. The Mystic Chorale [MA]: A Sea of Stars. Celebrating the power of poetry in song with the music of many traditions, from pop to jazz to folk, plus a Gospel piece featuring sixty youth from Dorchester's Boston City Singers. With Stan Strickland, sax; Jonathan Singleton, piano; and literary musician Regie Gibson in a combination of classical, jazz, rap, beat and slam poetry. As with all Mystic concerts, the audience will be equal participants singing along on songs like Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" and a Gospel version of "Go Where I Send Thee.” Tickets: $18 Adults; $15 Students/Seniors, available online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/890612 For more information, call 781-316-2500 or email info@mysticchorale.org. Converse Hall at Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont Street (One block from Park Street T station), Boston MA 02108 ⓘ

September 9, 2014 (Tuesday)

7:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Open Rehearsal with Slam Poet. Special guest Regie Gibson will share his poetry as a preview for the fall concert (to be Nov. 22 & 23). His style defies description, combining classical, slam, jazz and his unique electric energy. This first fall rehearsal of Nick Page's Mystic Chorale is open to all, free. Nick Page will teach two songs as well as the songs by Mr. Gibson. We be the rhythm sliding deep inside the rhythm / We worship in the church of drums (from JAZZ PEOPLE by Regie Gibson) First Parish UU Church, 630 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington MA 02476 ⓘ

May 18, 2014 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: The World’s a Stage: Songs of Broadway. Led by Nick Page. Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont St, Boston MA

May 17, 2014 (Saturday)

8:00 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: The World’s a Stage: Songs of Broadway. Led by Nick Page. Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont St, Boston MA

March 2, 2014 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Mystic Gospel. Led by Jonathan Singleton. Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont St, Boston MA

March 1, 2014 (Saturday)

8:00 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Mystic Gospel. Led by Jonathan Singleton. Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont St, Boston MA

November 24, 2013 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Family. Led by Nick Page, with The Family Folk Chorale led by Chris Eastburn. Holly Near: “I Am Willing” (in a new arrangement), Pat Humphires: “Swimming To The Other Side”; Jane Saap: “Movin’ On”; Malvina Reynolds: “Magic Penny” (arr. by Gene Glickman); with songs by Joni Mitchell, the Nields, Pierce Pettis, Dave Carter, and Debbie Friedman (Miriam’s Song). Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont St, Boston MA 02108

November 23, 2013 (Saturday)

7:30 AM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Family. Led by Nick Page, with The Family Folk Chorale led by Chris Eastburn. Holly Near: “I Am Willing” (in a new arrangement), Pat Humphires: “Swimming To The Other Side”; Jane Saap: “Movin’ On”; Malvina Reynolds: “Magic Penny” (arr. by Gene Glickman); with songs by Joni Mitchell, the Nields, Pierce Pettis, Dave Carter, and Debbie Friedman (Miriam’s Song). Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, 88 Tremont St, Boston MA 02108

May 19, 2013 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Ysaye Barnwell: “Wanting Memories” and other sings. Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, Boston MA

May 18, 2013 (Saturday)

8:00 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Ysaye Barnwell: “Wanting Memories” and other sings. Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, Boston MA

March 3, 2013 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Mystic Gospel, led by Jonathan Singleton. Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, Boston MA

March 2, 2013 (Saturday)

8:00 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Mystic Gospel, led by Jonathan Singleton. Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, Boston MA

November 18, 2012 (Sunday)

3:30 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Pastures of Plenty—Woody Guthrie at 100. Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, Boston MA

November 17, 2012 (Saturday)

8:00 PM. Mystic Chorale [MA]: Pastures of Plenty—Woody Guthrie at 100. Converse Hall at the Tremont Temple, Boston MA

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