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Concerts & Productions
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WHEN: Friday, April 11, 2025, 7:00 PM
WHAT: The Festival Chorus and St. Joseph University Parish Choir will unite to present “Tenebrae: A Service of Shadows” on Friday, April 11.
‘Tenebrae’ means “darkness” or “shadows”. The journey of Lent culminates in the examination of Jesus in his last hours, as well as the cruelties, suffering, and ridicule he endures. The Tenebrae service includes readings describing these events coupled with moving choral selections such as “When Jesus Wept” and “When I Survey Thy Wondrous Cross.” After each reading a candle is extinguished, ultimately leaving us in darkness awaiting Easter Light’s return.
WHERE: St. Joseph University Parish, 3269 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14214
HOW: Free will offering upon admission.
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WHEN: Saturday, May 3, 2025, 3:00 PM
WHAT: The Erwin H. Johnson Memorial Fund, Inc. for Opera presents “What is Love?” Featuring Joelle Lachance, mezzo soprano; Mark Daniels, tenor; and Érico Freire Bezerra, piano.
Enjoy an afternoon of timeless arias, art songs, and musical theater by Bellini,
Bernstein, Donizetti, Mozart, Puccini, Strauss, Rodgers and Hammerstein, and more!
WHERE: Christ United Methodist Church, 350 Saratoga Road, Amherst, NY
HOW: Free will donation upon admission. For more information, call 716-992-9264 or visit www.ehjfundopera.org
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WHEN: Friday, May 16, 2025, 7:30 PM
WHAT: Vocális Chamber Choir presents: CHORAL CONNECTIONS WEEKEND FEATURING NY POLYPHONY
Community Sing and Masterclass with NY Polyphony
Featuring: Geoffrey D. Williams, countertenor, Steven Caldicott Wilson, tenor, Andrew Fuchs, tenor, Craig Phillips bass-baritone
We welcome the GRAMMY-nominated members of NY Polyphony, as they present a masterclass on refining and polishing the choral sound. With world-class artistry, the group will lead Vocális and the community in an evening highlighting the discipline and skills necessary for great ensemble singing. Bring your voice, or just sit and listen. Join us!
WHERE: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 1080 Main Street, Buffalo, NY
HOW: Free admission
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WHEN: May 17, 2025, 7:30 PM; May 18, 2025, 3:00 PM
WHAT: The Buffalo Gay Men’s Chorus presents “Louder Than Words.” Join us as we close our season with a collection of songs honoring the community we build through love and acceptance.
WHERE: May 17 Venue: Temple Beth Zion, 805 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY
May 18 Venue: University Presbyterian Church, 3330 Main St, Buffalo, NY
HOW: Visit the BGMC Website for more information
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WHEN: Sunday, May 18, 2025, 4:00 PM
WHAT: Choral Connections Season Finale Concert. “When Music Sounds” In Collaboration with NY Polyphony
Vocális closes our 23rd season by amplifying the art of choral singing with NY Polyphony. Come and be inspired by their extraordinary singing, as they join Vocális in a unique collaboration. Working together, the audience will be enveloped in sound and spirit. Not to be missed!
WHERE: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 1080 Main Street, Buffalo, NY
HOW: Individual Concert Tickets: $20 Adult | $10 Student
Individual tickets are sold at the door one hour before the concert begins, or in advance at www.vocalischamberchoir.org
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WHEN: Friday, May 30, 2025, 7:30 PM; Saturday, May 31, 2025, 2:30 PM
WHAT: Buffalo Opera Unlimited presents Joshua’s Boots, music by Adolphus Hailstork. Joshua’s Boots is a compelling opera blending history and music, telling the story of a young American cowboy in the Old West. With rich storytelling and vibrant melodies, it highlights resilience, identity, and adventure in a rarely told perspective.
WHERE: First Shiloh Baptist Church, 15 Pine St, Buffalo, NY 14204
HOW: General Admission $35; Senior $25; Student $10. Order Tickets Online Here
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WHEN: Saturday, May 31, 2025, 3:00 PM
WHAT: The Buffalo Choral Arts Society presents “Sing for Me: The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber.”
WHERE: Amherst Middle School, 55 Kings Highway, Amherst, NY 14226
HOW: Tickets $20; Purchase Tickets Online here
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WHEN: June 6-8, 2025; Champagne Gala Performance with special stars 6/7/25 at 3:00 PM
WHAT: Opera-Lytes presents Franz Lehar’s The Merry Widow. Featuring Holly Bewlay as Hanna, Timothy Lane as Count Danilo, Elisabeth Klimek as Valencienne, Christopher Castleman as Camille, Ken Schlimgen as Baron Zeta, and Bohdan Dejneka as Njegus.
The Music Director is Ted Smeltz and the Stage Director/Producer is Lisa Berglund.
WHERE: Alleyway Theatre, 1 Curtain up Alley, Buffalo, NY 14202
HOW: Ticket info will be posted on https://www.operalytes.com/upcoming-performances-and-ticket-info
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WHEN: View the complete Met schedule online.
WHAT: Metropolitan Opera 2024-2025 Season
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More Local Opera…
Eastman Opera Theater
https://www.esm.rochester.edu/voice/eastman-opera-theatre
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Glimmerglass Opera Festival
Visit www.glimmerglass.org for more information
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WHEN: Complete Schedule Online With Numerous Concerts to Enjoy.
WHAT: Fredonia School of Music.
As a former student of SUNY Fredonia, I can personally attest to the diverse, enjoyable concerts, lectures, productions and events they offer every week… either free or minimal cost.
HOW: To view their calendar, visit here- https://events.fredonia.edu/music
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WHEN: Complete schedule online
WHAT: Visit the Opera Guild of Rochester's website to see the numerous concerts, lectures
and events offered in the Rochester area!
HOW: Visit www.operaguildofrochester.org
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WHEN: Ongoing
WHAT: Visit the Chautauqua Institute's website for more information about their opera company
and about Chautauqua's 2024 Opera season.
HOW: www.ch.org
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Canadian Opera Company- Digital Productions by digital donation. New concerts and performances every month—streaming in parallel with our in-person subscription.
View in home. https://www.coc.ca/watch
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Syracuse Opera
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Nickel City Opera
One of Buffalo’s premier opera companies, NCO has exciting things planned for the
Queen City.
To view their upcoming events, visit this link.
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Choruses!
Buffalo is home to award-winning and outstanding choruses. Enjoy these beautiful voices and performances often. Holiday concerts included. The Greater Buffalo Friends of Music's,
website has a complete listing and calendar here