A program of baroque music that promises to arouse the spirits.
Join us tomorrow at Trinity Cathedral for our first concert of 2026!
Madness & Melancholy: January 21, noon, FREE
When the passions of our subconscious pour out into daily life, the results are dramatic indeed. Join a trio of soloists from Cleveland Chamber Choir, along with Adrian Murillo on lute and CCC Artistic Director Gregory Ristow on harpsichord for a program of baroque music that promises to arouse the spirits of even the most lethargic of souls. Music from Henry Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas, English mad songs, Italian and French laments and more.
With Dominic Aragon, baritone; Abigail Hakel-Garcia, soprano and violin; Adrian Murillo, theorbo; Kira McGirr, mezzo; and Gregory Ristow, harpsichord.
Love in Bloom: February 6-8
Love is in the air! Join us for an enchanting evening of flowers and romance, including Britten’s Five Flower Songs, Tōru Takemitsu’s Cherry Blossoms, Eric Whitacre’s Hebrew Love Songs, and Morten Lauridsen’s Chansons des Roses. Whether you’re a lifelong lover of choral music or simply looking for a memorable way to celebrate the upcoming Valentine’s Day Holiday, Love in Bloom promises to be a night of beauty and harmony.
Charles Edward McGuire, PhD, from Oberlin College & Conservatory, will present a pre-concert talk 45 minutes prior to each performance.
A portion of all donations collected in Kent and Cleveland will be directed to Heights Tree People, helping them further their mission of urban forestry and environmental stewardship. At the Ashtabula performance, a portion of donations collected will be directed towards Grand River Conservation Campus. Whether you’re a lifelong lover of choral music or simply looking for a memorable way to celebrate the upcoming Valentine’s Day Holiday, Love in Bloom promises to be a night of beauty, harmony, and giving back.
Messiah with The Cleveland Ballet and BlueWater Chamber Orchestra
Join us on March 20-22, 2026, when Cleveland Ballet presents a breathtakingly beautiful adaptation of Handel’s Messiah, with Cleveland Chamber Choir and BlueWater Chamber Orchestra under the baton of Artistic Director Gregory Ristow. The production follows the biblical narrative, from the prophecy of Christ’s birth to his crucifixion and triumphant resurrection. The show is a spiritually uplifting and visually stunning experience that captures the essence of faith, hope, and renewal.
Featuring soloists: Ashlee Foreman, soprano; Kimberly Lauritsen, alto; Mark Murphy Vogel, tenor; and Albert Donze, bass
All performances will take place at Playhouse Square’s KeyBank State Theatre. Purchase tickets here or by calling Playhouse Square Box Office at (216) 241-6000. Use promo code “TURNOUT25” to receive 25% off your ticket purchase.
COMING NEXT FROM CCC
Madness & Melancholy
Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, at noon at Trinity Cathedral, 2230 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. No ticket needed.
Wednesday, Mar. 25, 2026, at 6:00pm at the Cleveland Museum of Art. No ticket needed.
Love in Bloom – Reserve Your Tickets
Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, at 7:30pm, Kent United Church of Christ, Kent
Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, at 7:30pm, Trinity Cathedral, Cleveland
Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, at 5:00pm, Bethany Lutheran Church, Ashtabula
Messiah – Purchase Your Tickets
Friday, March 20, 2026, 10:30am
Friday, March 20, 2026, 7:00pm
Saturday, March 21, 2026, 7:00pm
Sunday, March 22, 2026, 2:00pm
All performances at Playhouse Square, State Theatre. Use code TURNOUT25 for 25% off.
In Four Voices
Wednesday, Apr. 1, 2026, at noon at Trinity Cathedral, 2230 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. No ticket needed.
La Fleur de la Renaissance – Reserve Your Tickets
Friday, May 8, 2026, at 7:30pm, Trinity Cathedral, Cleveland
Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 7:30pm, First Lutheran Church, Lorain
