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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)
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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.

Music Education

We’re developing the next generation of music makers.

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Faith Education

Reconcilition: Panel Discussion Day 2

The concluding panel discussion from Trinity Institute 2006, "The Anatomy of Reconciliation", featuring James Alison, Gwendolyn Zoharah Simmons...

Faith Education

Walter Brueggemann's Life with the Bible

Walter Brueggemann, professor emeritus at Columbia Theological Seminary, says the Bible is a script for the church to perform in an "act of faithful...

Faith Education

Religion & Violence: James Carroll

James Carroll is a bestselling author of fiction and nonfiction, a former Roman Catholic priest, and a lifelong activist for peace. His recent books...

Faith Education

Sister Teresa Okure, SHCJ

Presentation by Teresa Okure, What is the Truth?. Q&A and panel discussion with all speakers and guest panelist Eric D. Barreto follows. Teresa Okure...

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