The Concert Committee is excited to announce Friday Night at St. Paul’s 2011-2012 Concert Series Program. Now in its third season, this year’s series presents a more richly-diversified array of concerts offering jazz, blue-grass, world folk music, negro spiritual, Irish, barbershop harmony, brass and Baroque period music. Concerts begin at 7:30 pm in the sanctuary and are followed by complimentary wine and cheese receptions in the library.
Tickets are $20 per person, with a 10% discount available to seniors 65 or older. Tickets may be purchased in advance online using a major credit card or via Authorize.net by selecting the “Buy Now” button listed below next to each concert. Tickets may also be purchased at the door the night of each concert using cash or a major credit card.
Season tickets are also available. General Admission season tickets grant you access to all ten concerts for only $150.00 – a 25% discount! Sustaining Member season tickets grant you special privileges in addition to access to all concerts including preferred seating (no waiting in line – you go directly to your seat), program recognition, invitations to pre-concert talks and refreshments at intermission, all for just $300.00!
To subscribe, simply print the Season Ticket order form below or pick up an order form in the church office. Complete the form and return it to the church office with your payment by mail or drop off. We accept payments by cash, checks made payable to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, major credit cards, and Paypal. To pay by credit card or Paypal, select the “Buy Now” button next to the “Season Tickets for 2011-2012 Concert Series” below.
Thank you for your interest in our community concert events. We are thrilled to be offering you a new season of extraordinary musical programs and joyful gatherings.
Our 2011-2012 Season at a Glance
2011
| Date | Program | ||
| November 18 | The Turning Point of Eastern University | ||
| December 16 | The Bryn Mawr Mainliners – Christmas Concert |
2012
| Date | Program | ||
| January 20 | The Henry Carnes Quartet, Modern Jazz and Beyond | ||
| February 17 | Germantown Concert Chorus, Haverford Singers, & Montgomery County Youth Orchestra | ||
| March 9 | Brandywine Baroque | ||
| April 20 | Home Grown String Band – Blue Grass | ||
| May 18 | Simple Gifts – Folk Music From Around the World | ||
| TBA | Military Brass Band |
| Season Tickets for 2011-2012 Concert Series | ||
| Sustaining Member Tickets |
McPeake – September 23, 2011
100 years of Irish tradition. Francis McPeake IV, fourth generation heir of the world-famous musical dynasty, “The McPeake” family “ first brought this band together for stage show he co-wrote in 2003 about the Titanic. Since then, they’ve performed together with such prominent Irish artists as Brian Kennedy, Finbar Furey, Kieran Goss, Juliet Turner and Ralph McTell. McPeake has creative approach to music, blending influences from Irish traditional, folk, acoustic and country genres to create their own unique sound that is an experience for the ears and the soul. McPeake has created a huge following here in the states. Come check out why. To learn more, visit their website at www.mcpeakemusic.com. Click here to listen.
Brandywine Baroque – October 6, 2011
Brandywine Baroque is Delaware’s premier early music ensemble, offering concerts of chamber music on period instruments and featuring national and international guest performers. They have brought to the stage many rare and/or unpublished manuscripts and performed music often unheard by modern audiences. Brandywine Baroque sprinkles repartee throughout the program, providing commentary on any music or era that strikes their fancy. Join us for this enchanted evening. To learn more, visit their website at www.brandywinebaroque.org. Click here to listen.
The Turning Point of Eastern University – November 18, 2011
Turning Point, a student musical ensemble from Eastern University in St. David’s, PA, proclaims Christian truth through vocal and instrumental music. Their selections range from traditional to contemporary sounds as well as some classical music. Their programs are designed to honor Christ through music. Allow these youthful voices to inspire you in this season of Thanksgiving. No Website listing for this group available at this time.
The Mainliners – Christmas Concert– December 16, 2011
Bryn Mawr Mainliners is a men’s singing organization that performs Barbershop harmony a cappella. Established over 45 years ago, this troupe is dedicated to excellence in choral singing and musical entertainment. Their dedication to showmanship, camaraderie and goodwill is impressive and easily wins over their audiences. Let this joyful group of singers brighten your holiday celebration and kindle the spirit of Christmas in your heart. To learn more, visit their website at www.mainliners.org
The Henry Carnes Quartet, Modern Jazz and Beyond – January 20, 2012
No website listing for this group available at this time.
Germantown Concert Chorus/Haverford Singers/Montgomery County Youth Orchestra– February 17, 2012
No website listing for this group available at this time.
Brandywine Baroque – March 9, 2012
Brandywine Baroque is Delaware’s premier early music ensemble, offering concerts of chamber music on period instruments and featuring national and international guest performers. They have brought to the stage many rare and/or unpublished manuscripts and performed music often unheard by modern audiences. Brandywine Baroque sprinkles repartee throughout the program, providing commentary on any music or era that strikes their fancy. Join us for this enchanted evening. To learn more, visit their website at www.brandywinebaroque.org. Click here to listen.
Home Grown String Band – Blue Grass – April 30, 2012
America’s premier purveyor of family style original & neo-traditional acoustic American roots music, The Homegrown String Band is a high energy 21st century incarnation of the traditional family band. This quartet of acoustic musicians from Rocky Point, NY, uses unique instrumentation, percussive flatfoot dancing, and many varied musical influences to take their audiences on a rollicking ride through the sounds of American music. The family that plays together has been performing at bluegrass, blues, and folk festivals, theaters, and libraries from Maine to Missouri since 1997. Be there to experience why The Homegrown String Band has been voted the audience favorite at festivals around the country. To learn more, visit their website at www.homegrownstringband.com. Click here to listen.
Simple Gifts – Folk Music From Around the World – May 18, 2012
Three women plus twelve instruments equals one good time, and you’re in for a very special treat! This award-winning trio, Karen Hirshon, Rachel Hall, and Linda Littleton, play a wide variety of ethnic folk music including selections that range from lively Irish jigs and down-home American reels to hard-driving Klezmer freilachs, haunting Gypsy melodies, and exotic Balkan dance tunes. Throughout their performance, Simple Gifts puts their own distinctive stamp on traditional tunes, creating some of the finest arrangement in folk music today. This is not an act to be missed! To learn more, visit their website at www.simplegiftsmusic.com. Click here to listen.
Military Brass Band likely to return this month, date TBD – June 2012
