Ring in 2026 with a concert that highlights a rich tapestry of composers and features violinist Thomas Cooper. Hear works from across history by Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges, Mozart, Julia Perry, and Valerie Coleman.

A Concert for the New Year

Bethel AME Church

Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center

Join us for a vibrant Juneteenth Celebration with the Boston Landmarks Orchestra at The Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Center, located at 650 Dudley Street, Boston, MA 02125. This special event takes place on Saturday, June 17, starting at 4:00pm and concluding around 5:30pm. 

This year's celebration promises an unforgettable experience under the baton of conductor Christopher Wilkins, featuring performances by soprano Sirgourney Cook, violinist Mariana Green-Hill, and narrator Ade Solanke. The concert will showcase a rich program including Scott Joplin's "Treemonisha Overture" orchestrated by David Kempers, the first movement "Allegro" from Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges' Violin Concerto in G, Op. 2 No. 1, and William Grant Still's "Mother and Child" and "Still Spirituals: A Medley". Additionally, the audience will be treated to Nkeiru Okoye's "Phillis Wheatley: A Musical Journey", Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson's "Sinfonietta No. 1: Allegro furioso", and the finale from Joplin's "Treemonisha: A Real Slow Drag", marking a world premiere.

Admission to this enriching cultural event is free, but registration is required. Attendees are encouraged to register through the provided Eventbrite link to secure their spot. For those interested in delving deeper into the concert's repertoire, links to both digital and printer-friendly programs are available, ensuring an accessible and enriching experience for all.

Please note, by attending this event, you consent to be photographed and/or filmed, granting permission for your likeness to be used in promotional and/or marketing materials.

Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate Juneteenth with an afternoon of exceptional music and community spirit. Register now to be part of this memorable occasion.

Thomas Cooper

Events

Past events

9 - 10 Jan, 2026

A Concert for the New Year · Boston Landmarks Orchestra

Jun 15, 2024

A Juneteenth Celebration · Boston Landmarks Orchestra

Future and recently performed repertoire

Violin in Praeludium and Allegro by Kreisler

Boston Landmarks Orchestra

Violin in Violin Concerto in A Major by Saint-Georges

Boston Landmarks Orchestra

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