Upcoming Performances:
Latin American Chamber Music
The South’s Breath–Latin American Instruments on a Musical Heritage Journey
South America’s Colonial music was characterized by a profound fusion of indigenous, European, and African musical elements, combining to create new sounds and styles. Featured in a unique ensemble with Andean and traditional classical instruments, we present transcriptions and arrangements of early compositions and folk themes of the New World to contemporary fusion of Andean and European music, from Manuel de Zumaya, Antonio Sarrier, to 20ththemes by the Chilean folk ensemble Illapu, and the Bolivian band Los Kjarkas.
Gonzalo Cortés, quena, zampoña, and flute, Carlos Boltes, charango and viola, Christine Gevert, virginal and percussion
Solo Recital *A BENEFIT CONCERT*
The Musical Journey of International Baroque Opera Star Nicholas Tamagna
Step into the world of internationally acclaimed countertenor, Nicholas Tamagna, as he presents a unique recital featuring highlights from his distinguished career. Through a carefully curated program including works by Handel, Vivaldi, Monteverdi, Purcell, and Broschi, Tamagna shares the story of his artistic evolution, from his beginnings as a young piano student to his flourishing career as a Baroque opera soloist across Europe and the US.
Nicholas Tamagna, countertenor, Christine Gevert, harpsichord
Crescendo At Home
Virtual Concerts On-Demand NOW
Latest recordings:
Recorded: May 11, 2025
Body & Soul: Cavalieri’s Rappresentatione
Recorded: December 29, 2024
Bach-Circle: Christmas Oratorios and Contemporary Female Voices
Recorded: October 6, 2024
Nature in Vivaldi’s Sounds: Concertos for Violin, Flute, and Two Mandolins
Now you can watch Crescendo’s concerts at home at any time with our virtual concert portal – Crescendo at Home!
We want to keep choral and baroque music experiences alive not only during the pandemic, but also for your pleasure, comfort and for anyone who is not able to attend concerts in person.
Recorded in high quality audio by former Carnegie Hall engineer Leszek Wojcik, and filmed in high definition by Charlette Media Productions, we offer you an experience that is similar to being there in person. It even brings you closer to the performers than you ever would in a live concert.
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SINGERS based in the Berkshires are invited to join Crescendo’s Ensembles: Crescendo Chorus, Crescendo Vocal Ensemble, Crescendo Young Artists Program. We have openings for both amateur and paid professional positions in all voice groups. A limited number of scholarships are available. We regularly perform in Lakeville, CT and Great Barrington, MA. Learn more, and schedule and audition by writing to: crescendo@crescendomusic.org
These concerts have been made possible in part with support from CT Humanities (CTH), with funding provided by the Connecticut State Department of Economic and Community Development/Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) from the Connecticut State Legislature.
