5 Classical Music Concerts in Boston: This Week’s Roundup
Cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason. Photo credit: credit Jake Turney
There’s nothing quite like Boston in the winter—the chilly weather, the citywide decorations, and the huge influx of holiday classical music concerts awaiting you every week. We’ve compiled a list of the must-attend classical music concerts happening this week in Beantown—you won’t want to miss them!
MONDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2019
INTO THE HOLIDAYS WITH CHAMBER SINGERS, SYMPHONIC WINDS, AND NAVY BAND NORTHEAST
Concert Details: One of the first holiday celebrations of the season, join in on this family-friendly choral and wins concert featuring popular holiday tunes (alongside festive Santa hats and seasonal sweaters!) This free concert will be conducted by Erica J. Washburn, William Drury, and Lt. Joel Borrelli-Boudreau.
When: Monday, December 9, 2019. 7:30 PM, EDT.
Where: Jordan Hall, 30 Gainsborough St., Boston, MA, 02115.
Tickets: Free.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2019
LIEDERABEND
Concert Details: Literally translating to evening of song, the Liederabend dates back to the 1800s when musicians and lovers of music would gather to sing, perform, and revel in music from composers of the day. Join Cameron Stowe and Tanya Blaich as they perform songs in a variety of languages, not only in German, dating from the 19th century to the present-day.
When: Tuesday, December 10, 2019. 6 PM, EDT.
Where: Williams Hall, 290 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA, 02115.
Tickets: Free.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2019
BORROMEO BEETHOVEN SEMINAR CONCERT
Concert Details: Students coached by members of the Borromeo String Quartet perform works of Beethoven in a flight of free performances and a richness of artists’ talent. Don’t miss out!
When: Wednesday, December 11, 2019. 7:30 PM, EDT.
Where: Jordan Hall, 30 Gainsborough St., Boston, MA, 02115.
Tickets: Free.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2019
NEC AT THE BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY: HOLIDAY STRING QUARTET
Concert Details: Join the NEC’s holiday String Quartet (made up of the NEC’s Community Performances and Partnerships fellows) in a cheerful holiday concert at the Boston Public Library. Featured artists include Jeein Kim, violin; Isabelle Durrenberger, violin; Halam Kim, viola; and Jasmine Pai, cello.
When: Thursday, December 12, 2019. 2 PM, EDT.
Where: Boston Public Library, 700 Boylston St., Boston, MA, 02116.
Tickets: Free.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2019
GUEST PRESENTER: CELEBRITY SERIES
Concert Details: Enjoy a performance from one of the brightest young stars on the classical music scene, Sheku-Kanneh-Mason. After reaching fame worldwide following his performance at the Wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex at Windsor Castle, he’s become an international sensation, traveling the world to perform.
When: Friday, December 13, 2019. 8 PM, EDT.
Where: Jordan Hall, 30 Gainsborough St., Boston, MA, 02115.
Tickets: Start at $55.
