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Through revelatory music and groundbreaking conversations with authors and thinkers, Trinity’s free programming brings our audiences new ways of seeing, and being, in the world. From classical and modern masterpieces to innovative jazz, Trinity’s musical programs are “the top of musical life in New York” (The New York Times). And our Trinity Talks, at the intersection of sacred and civic life, deepen our understanding on issues of religion, social justice, and community. 

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Messiah at Trinity

A cherished holiday tradition that has captivated audiences since 1770, Trinity’s Messiah is “the gold standard” (The New York Times)
Messiah soloist in Trinity Church

New York’s most historic Messiah

In a city full of Messiah concerts, Trinity’s version is unique.
Sonya Headlam performs Messiah with The Choir of Trinity Wall Street and Trinity Baroque Orchestra.

Watch it live!

Led by celebrated guest conductor Jane Glover, this year’s performance will stream live on YouTube on Friday, December 13, at 7pm.
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The First Messiah in NYC

Did Trinity Church present the first performance of Handel’s Messiah in the New World?
Messiah 2023

From the Archives

Watch the “transcendent and awe-inspiring” 2023 concert, recorded live in Trinity Church.
Jane Glover

The Passion and Promise of Messiah

Acclaimed Baroque specialist Jane Glover on what first captivated her about Handel’s masterpiece—and what keeps drawing her back.

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MusicOctober 16, 2024St. John the Divine

Death of Classical: Vis Aeternitatis

NOVUS collaborates with Death of Classical for the third of three thematic concerts in the Crypt of Saint John the Divine.
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MusicOctober 16, 2024St. John the Divine

Death of Classical: Vis Aeternitatis

NOVUS collaborates with Death of Classical for the third of three thematic concerts in the Crypt of Saint John the Divine.
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MusicOctober 11, 2024St. John the Divine

Death of Classical: The Light After

NOVUS collaborates with Death of Classical for the first of three thematic concerts in the Crypt of Saint John the Divine.
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MusicOctober 11, 2024St. John the Divine

Death of Classical: The Light After

NOVUS collaborates with Death of Classical for the first of three thematic concerts in the Crypt of Saint John the Divine.
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Music Education at Trinity

Hosted at Trinity Church and Trinity Commons, our unique music education program promotes lifelong engagement with music.
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Compline by Candlelight

Compline is an ancient rite of prayers to end the day; Compline means “completion.” Trinity’s 30-minute Compline service is unique in that all who enter hold a candle and simply listen to The Choir of Trinity Wall Street beautifully improvise the Compline nighttime prayers in song. There’s nothing to do but be.
Bach at One
MusicOctober 9, 2024St. Paul's Chapel

Bach at One

The Trinity Baroque Orchestra, led by Avi Stein on harpsichord, presents selections from Bach’s 18th-century coffeehouse concert series.
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MusicOctober 8, 2024Trinity Church

Tiny Concerts: Organ Concertos

Trinity’s lead organist Avi Stein performs J.S. Bach’s beloved harpsichord concerto, Concerto in D Minor, accompanied by members of the Trinity Baroque Orchestra.

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