Observe a master musician working with cello students to provide insights on their performance. Free, reservations encouraged.

Sharpen your musical perception to hear structure, stylistic nuances, and expressive detail. Kick off the Rockport Chamber Music Festival with an engaging musical journey through the Baroque and Classical time periods. In this opening lecture, audiences will explore the evolution of chamber music using selections from works featured throughout the Festival. Dr. Shyrock will help...

Rocketman is a musical biopic that follows the extraordinary life of Elton John, from his shy beginnings as Reginald Dwight to his rise as a global superstar. Blending fantasy with...

In the history of Jazz music, there is only one band leader that has the distinction of having his orchestra still performing sold out concerts all over the world, with...

Six-time GRAMMY®-nominated Skylark presents Clear Voices in the Dark, pairing Poulenc’s wartime masterpiece Figure Humaine with Civil War–era songs in a powerful reflection on the human voice in times of conflict. Clear Voices in the Dark Francis Poulenc’s Figure Humaine is one of the most extraordinary works composed for unaccompanied choir. Written in 1943 in...

Experience an evening with Billy Childs, one of the most celebrated and visionary composers and pianists of our time. Widely regarded as among the foremost American composers of his generation,...

Enjoy an afternoon of music showcasing students who participate in Rockport Music’s education programs. The feature ensemble, the Cape Ann Youth Chorus, will present a heartwarming program of pieces about...

Hamnet is a historical drama based on Maggie O’Farrell’s novel, set in 16th-century England. The story centers on Agnes, the gifted and intuitive wife of William Shakespeare, and the devastating impact of their young son Hamnet’s sudden death.

Boston String Academy is a dynamic nonprofit organization inspired by Venezuela’s renowned El Sistema model, which champions musical excellence as a powerful force for social change. Through rigorous, joyful string instruction, Boston String Academy opens doors for children in underserved communities—removing financial and logistical barriers and creating life-changing access to high-level music education. Founded in...

Howie Day’s emotionally resonant lyrics and inventive melodies have earned him both critical praise and a legion of devoted fans. He is known for his energetic, heartfelt shows, where he connects with audiences through the strength of his songwriting and his quirky sense of humor. Day’s warm tenor voice “soars into fluttering, high registers, but...

You’ve heard these songs before. But not like this. You’ll hear beloved hits like Kenny’s “The Gambler,” Lionel’s “Hello,” and Smokey’s “Cruisin’,” reinterpreted with The Undercovers’ signature touch. Kenny, Lionel, and Smokey were more than chart-topping artists; they were pioneers who transcended genres and influenced each others work. Kenny Rogers brought country storytelling to the...