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2025-2026 Season

The Gesualdo Six
October 19, 2025, 2:30 PM
The Gesualdo Six is an award-winning British vocal ensemble known for their stunning blend, innovative programming, and electrifying performances. Formed in 2014, and under the direction of Owain Park, they’ve dazzled audiences at Wigmore Hall, the Sydney Opera House, and the BBC Proms, with recent debuts across South America and Asia. Led by Owain Park, the group pushes boundaries—mixing early masterpieces with bold new commissions and immersive concert-theatre like Secret Byrd. Their dynamic social media presence has brought choral music to millions worldwide. With acclaimed albums on Hyperion Records, including their latest Queen of Hearts, The Gesualdo Six continues to redefine what vocal music can be. This is a ticketed event.

A Candlelight Festival of
Lessons & Carols
December 21, 2025, 4:00 PM
Step into the beauty and wonder of the Christmas season at South Church’s beloved Festival of Lessons and Carols. This cherished annual tradition weaves together timeless scripture readings, inspiring choral music, and familiar carols sung by the South Church Chancel Choir, conducted by Music Director, Frank R. Zilinyi, and accompanied by the glorious sound of our Gress-Miles pipe organ. From moments of quiet reflection to joyful bursts of song, this moving service captures the true spirit of the season. Following the Festival, stay for a light reception and browse our holiday market — a perfect way to continue the celebration with friends, family, and neighbors. Let your heart be lifted, your soul inspired, and your holiday season begin with light, music, and community. This event is free of charge and open to the public. A free-will donation will be accepted.

Nicholas Capozzoli, organ
March 22, 2026 @ 2:30PM
Known for his thrilling performances and bold programming, organist Nicholas Capozzoli has delighted audiences at venues like the Maison Symphonique (Montreal), Washington National Cathedral, and Amsterdam’s Orgelpark. His repertoire spans from Baroque masterpieces to 20th-century French works, including striking interpretations of Messiaen, Duruflé, and Bach. A prizewinner at the Canadian International Organ Competition and featured artist in the CBC documentary Pipe Dreams, Nicholas is also a scholar and advocate for overlooked composers—his groundbreaking research on Claire Delbos earned honors at McGill University. This event is free of charge and open to the public. A free-will donation will be accepted.

Zaccai Curtis
May 31, 2026 @ 2:30PM
Grammy-winning pianist and composer Zaccai Curtis is a dynamic force in contemporary Latin jazz and beyond. Celebrated for his masterful leadership of the Zaccai Curtis Quintet and Sonido Solar, Curtis earned the 2025 Grammy Award for Best Latin Jazz Album and continues to push musical boundaries with his highly anticipated 2025 release, Sonoluminescence. A visionary artist and co-founder of the TRRcollective label, Curtis has collaborated with legends including Santana, Eddie Palmieri, Christian Scott, and Donald Harrison. His innovative compositions and arrangements have earned him three ASCAP Young Jazz Composer Awards and prestigious grants, while his educational impact reaches students at the University of Hartford and Western Connecticut State University. A compelling performer and prolific composer, Curtis embodies the vibrant spirit of modern jazz — blending tradition and innovation to create a sound that captivates and inspires audiences worldwide.
This event is free of charge and open to the public. A free-will donation will be accepted.
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