Harpsichordist

Ruckus and violinist Keir GoGwilt celebrate the legacy of Niel Gow (b. Perthshire, 1727-1807), one of Scotland’s most important musicians, in this dynamic folk-Baroque feast of Scottish dance music. Weaving together these jubilant, hard-driving and nostalgic tunes into large-scale dramatic forms, Ruckus and GoGwilt bring the 18th-century tradition of blending folk and art music to the present day.

Ruckus

The Rosen House at Caramoor

Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Hudson River, Handel Sets Sail continues Hudson Hall’s Handel on the Hudson opera series with a trio of intimate performances aboard the Schooner Apollonia, a historic wind-powered sailing vessel.

Handel Sets Sail

Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House

Experience the music of J.S. Bach like never before as flutist Emi Ferguson and Ruckus break free from tradition, taking the composer’s timeless music into a vibrant new realm. Blending tradition with funk, whimsy, and fun, they invite you on a kaleidoscopic journey through some of Bach’s most playful and transcendent works with ever-evolving arrangements for baroque flute and the dynamic forces of Ruckus—featuring baroque bassoon, cello, guitars, harpsichord, theorbo, and bass. Interwoven throughout the program are Ruckus’ imaginative arrangements of Bach’s iconic and lesser-known keyboard works. Movements from The Well-Tempered Clavier, selections from his French Suites, and early drafts from the Anna Magdalena and Wilhelm Friedrich notebooks all make appearances. Bach’s deep love of family and friends resonates through these pieces, and as Ferguson explains, “These arrangements are our love letter and homage to the sense of community imbued in his work.” Embrace that sense of connection and join this wild musical adventure—where the stage itself becomes part of the performance, and you become part of the Bach-inspired community.

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Emi Ferguson, Flute Ruckus, Early Music Band

Richardson Auditorium

AMOC* opens our milestone Run AMOC* Festival with the New York premiere of The Comet / Poppea. This production fuses Monteverdi’s The Coronation of Poppea (1642) with W.E.B. Du Bois’s short story The Comet (1920). Directed by Yuval Sharon, it explores power, survival, and race through the lens of cosmic disaster. George Lewis’s evocative new score—a 2025 Pulitzer finalist—links these narratives in a visionary operatic landscape. The stellar cast features AMOC* members Davóne Tines and Anthony Roth Costanzo. Tony Award-winner and Lincoln Center Artist-in-Residence (2022–24) Mimi Lien’s rotating set merges ancient Rome with comet-ravaged New York, creating an apocalyptic, immersive experience.

“The Comet / Poppea” – Run AMOC* Festival at Lincoln Center

Lincoln Center

Before leading a master class with Shepherd School students, Ruckus will perform for approximately 15 minutes. 

Alice Pratt Brown Hall

**Close Encounters With Music: Celtic Baroque Band Makaris - A Bach Family Concert with an Irish Twist**

Join us for a unique musical journey at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, as we present "Close Encounters With Music: Celtic Baroque Band Makaris - A Bach Family Concert with an Irish Twist." This exceptional concert is set to take place on Sunday, March 17, at 4:00 pm, offering a blend of classical music with an enchanting Irish twist.

**About the Event:**

Dive into the world of J.S. Bach and his family as they explore the realms of Spanish sarabandes, French bourrées, and British gigues, alongside arrangements of Celtic and Scottish folk music. The evening will also feature works by Beethoven and Haydn, who ventured into Irish folk music with their unique arrangements. 

Makaris, a group formed in 2018, aims to explore the rich musical heritage of Scotland. Following their critically acclaimed release, "Wisps in the Dell," in 2019, they continue to captivate audiences with their exceptional performances. The term "makar" refers to a royal court troubadour of medieval Scotland, and the ensemble's program promises a lush sampling from their collection, transporting you back in time.

**Performers:**

- Fiona Gillespie, soprano
- Caitlin Hedge, violin
- Ben Matus, Irish whistle, bassoon, and bagpipes
- Elliot Figg, harpsichord and organ
- Kivie Cahn-Lipman, cello
- Doug Ballilett, bass
- Liv Castor, harp
- Paul Morton, theorbo and guitar

**Ticket Information:**

- Upper Balcony: $28
- Orchestra and Mezzanine: $52

**Venue Details:**

Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center
14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230
Phone: 413-528-0100
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Don't miss this extraordinary blend of classical music and Celtic charm. Secure your tickets now for an unforgettable evening at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center.

Close Encounters With Music: Celtic Baroque Band MakarisA Bach Family Concert with an Irish Twist

Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center

5BMF presents Theotokos, the resident ensemble of St. Mary's Grand Street, in a side-by-side program of old and new church music. The liturgical traditions of the Baroque are linked with contemporary compositional voices in Cantatas: Yesterday and Today, featuring works by Telemann performed alongside two newly-composed cantatas by bassist, composer and director of Theotokos, Doug Balliett.

Five Boroughs Music Festival presents THEOTOKOS

St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church

Two dynasties reign within the Baroque keyboard world: the Bachs and the Couperins. Each family boasts generations of organists and courtly keyboardists, and their compositions create the bulk of Baroque keyboard repertoire explored in classrooms and concert halls today. Harpsichordists Elliot Figg and Caitlyn Koester honor these dynasties with a selection of music for two keyboards and four hands.

Midtown Concerts presents Koester and Figg

St. Malachy Roman Catholic Church - The Actors' Chapel

**Ruckus at Caramoor: A Baroque Chamber Music Experience**

**Date:** Friday, July 7, 2023  
**Time:** 8:00 PM  
**Location:** Spanish Courtyard, Caramoor, Katonah, NY

Join us for an enchanting evening of Baroque chamber music under the stars in the beautiful Spanish Courtyard at Caramoor. This special performance features the dynamic ensemble Ruckus, alongside acclaimed soloists Emi Ferguson on flute and Rachell Ellen Wong on violin. The event promises a visceral and playful approach to early music, bringing to life the pastoral traditions of 18th-century London and New England.

**Program Highlights:**  
- Trio sonatas by George Frideric Handel and Thomas Arne  
- Country dances from Ignatius Sancho  
- Instrumental hymns from William Billings and Daniel Read  
- A new work from Celeste Oram  
- And more, including pieces by Jeremiah Ingalls and Daniel Read

**About Ruckus:**  
Ruckus is a shapeshifting, collaborative Baroque band known for its rough-edged intensity and creative spirit. Their approach fuses the early-music movement's quest for authenticity with the groove of American roots music, creating a unique and engaging sound. The ensemble's members are among the most virtuosic performers in North American early music, earning widespread acclaim for their innovative performances.

**Transportation:**  
A free shuttle service is available from Metro North’s Katonah train station to and from Caramoor before and after the concert. No reservation is required.

**Health & Safety:**  
Caramoor is committed to ensuring the health and safety of its audience, artists, and staff. Visit our website for the most up-to-date health and safety policies.

**Tickets:**  
Tickets for this must-see event are available now. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of Baroque music in the stunning setting of Caramoor's Spanish Courtyard.

For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit [Caramoor's website](https://www.caramoor.org/events/ruckus-baroque-chamber-music-2023/).

Join us for a night of exquisite music and historical exploration with Ruckus and friends at Caramoor.

Ruckus is a “shapeshifting” Baroque band with a fresh, visceral approach to early music, formed by some of today’s leading soloists of this repertoire. Their collaboration with acclaimed English-American flutist Emi Ferguson, recorded for Ruckus’s acclaimed debut album, Fly The Coop, is a joyous, kaleidoscopic romp through some of Bach’s most playful and transcendent works. Savor these new arrangements of Bach’s flute sonatas and keyboard preludes that explode his bass lines into a rainbow of textures and colors, continually shifting like light over the landscape as Ferguson’s flute lines dance above.

Ruckus with Emi Ferguson, flute: Fly the Coop

Hobby Center for the Performing Arts

Celebrate the season with the radiant sounds of the Baroque era at the historic Orpheum Theatre. Conductor Gary Thor Wedow leads The Phoenix Symphony in festive masterworks by Johann Sebastian Bach, Marc-Antoine Charpentier, Giuseppe Torelli, Alessandro Scarlatti, and Giovanni Gabrieli. Featuring soprano Vanessa Becerra and harpsichordist Elliott Figg, this elegant program captures the joy, warmth, and brilliance of the holiday season.

Harpsichordist

Elliot Figg

Events

Upcoming events

18 - 20 Dec, 2026

Holiday Baroque · Phoenix Symphony

Past events

Jul 31, 2026

Ruckus · Caramoor

Jul 11, 2026

Handel Sets Sail · Hudson Hall

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