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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)
Man in black suit, white shirt and black tie sings powerfully 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.
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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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.

Music Education

We’re developing the next generation of music makers.

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Simple Gifts
MusicMay 19, 2024

Simple Gifts

For its delightful end-of-season concert, the Trinity Youth Chorus performs a range of music, from folk songs and pop standards to show tunes and a reinterpretation of the Shaker hymn “Simple Gifts.” Conducted by Peyton Marion, Sheridan Stevens, and Shanna Whitney. 

 

NOVUS NY: 20th Century Romantics
MusicMay 12, 2024

NOVUS NY: 20th Century Romantics

NOVUS NY: 20th Century Romantics featuring works by Anton Webern, Igor Stravinsky, George Enescu. Trinity Church.

Frank Bruni, "The Age of Grievance"
FeaturedMay 9, 2024

The Dangerous Age of Grievance

In his new book, “The Age of Grievance,” best-selling author and New York Times columnist Frank Bruni examines how grievance has come to shape and define American life. On May 30, Bruni will join Trinity Church's rector, the Rev. Phillip Jackson, for a compelling discussion on how to heal the divisions in our society.
240505 Jazz Icons Chucho Valdés Trio
MusicMay 5, 2024

Jazz Icons: Chucho Valdés Trio

Cuban pianist, composer, and arranger Chucho Valdés is the most influential figure in modern Afro-Cuban jazz. He is perhaps best known for helming iconic Cuban ensemble Irakere (1973–2005). In a career spanning more than 60 years, Valdés has distilled elements of the Afro-Cuban music tradition, jazz, classical music, rock, and more into a deeply personal style. He is joined by bassist Jose Armando Gola and percussionist Roberto Vizcaíno Jr. for what is sure to be a transcendent performance. The concert is presented in collaboration with JAZZ HOUSE KiDS.

Monteverdi Vespers
MusicMay 2, 2024

Monteverdi Vespers

The Choir of Trinity Wall Street and Trinity Baroque Orchestra present Monteverdi’s Vespers of 1610, a monumental masterpiece dedicated to Mary and considered one of the greatest works of sacred music ever written.

The Choir of Trinity Wall Street; Trinity Baroque Orchestra; led by Avi Stein, organ
 

Bach at One: Monteverdi Vespers
MusicMay 1, 2024

Bach at One: Monteverdi Vespers

Selections from Monteverdi Vespers of 1610, SV 206.

The Choir of Trinity Wall Street; Trinity Baroque Orchestra, led by Avi Stein, organ.

Trinity TalksApril 29, 2024

Trinity Talks: Marilynne Robinson

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Marilynne Robinson discusses her new book, Reading Genesis, “a powerful consideration of the profound meanings [of scripture] and promise of God’s enduring covenant with humanity.”

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