Mozart Solemn Vespers on Sunday, October 27, 2024
Photo by Tony Allen Photography
Our Mission
It is the New Choral Society's mission to promote a greater interest in classical choral works within the immediate Westchester area. We strive to program a standard classical repertoire, as well as include innovative and unique offerings. We collaborate with professional artistic organizations, such as The Metropolitan Opera Lindemann Young Artist Development Program, to showcase new talent in addition to introducing and promoting local Westchester artists.
“It’s like having a private concert by some of the greatest opera stars around!”- Audience Member
“This is the best musical experience in all of Westchester” - Audience Member
“I’ve seen tons of Messiah performances, including at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, and this was one of the best I’ve ever seen in my life!” - Audience Member
Join us for our
2024-2025 Season
All events take place at Hitchcock Presbyterian Church, 6 Greenacres Avenue, Scarsdale, NY 10583
Please note that all performers are subject to change.
Photo by Steven Schnur
Friday, December 6, 2024 at 8pm
Sunday, december 8, 2024 at 3pm (SOLD OUT)
G.F. Handel
Messiah (Part I)
Dr. John T. King, Conductor
Liv Redpath, Soprano
Anne Marie Stanley, Mezzo-Soprano
David Portillo, Tenor
Sean Michael Plumb, Baritone
Mr. Portillo and Mr. Plumb appear by kind permission of the Metropolitan Opera.
Note: Sunday’s performance is sold out. Tickets remain for Friday’s performance.
The chorus will present the Christmas portion of Handel's Messiah, Part I. Join with us to hear these familiar and uplifting choruses and solos; as always, we will conclude with the famous "Hallelujah Chorus." This concert is always a festive way to begin the holiday season with family and friends.
Photo by Steven Schnur
saturday, february 8, 2025 at 8pm
An evening of chamber music
John T. King, Conductor
Join us as we continue the tradition of presenting our chamber orchestra in a concert of their own. This program of beloved chamber works by everyone’s favorite composers spans the centuries and includes familiar as well as lesser known works. The music is sublime and will warm even the coldest of winter’s nights.
Photo by Tony Allen Photography
Sunday, may 4, 2025 at 4pm
G.F. Handel
Israel in Egypt
Dr. John T. King, Conductor
Kathryn Lewek, Soprano
Ellie Dehn, Soprano
Alex McKissick, Tenor
Daniel Rich, Baritone
Additional soloists to be announced
Mr. McKissick and Mr. Rich appear by courtesy of the Metropolitan Opera.
Celebrate the grand finale of our 31st season with this exciting work.
If you are unable to join us in person, you can purchase a virtual ticket to stream the concert starting the following Wednesday.
All photos in the above gallery are courtesy of Tony Allen Photography or Steven Schnur.
This season is made possible, in part, by The New York Community Trust - Westchester, ArtsWestchester with funding made possible by Westchester County government with the support of County Executive George Latimer, and the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.