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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 the concert live!

Led by celebrated guest conductor Jane Glover, this year’s performance will stream live on YouTube on Friday, December 13, at 7pm.
Burns Coffee House

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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MusicNovember 1, 2020

Compline by Candlelight: From the Archives

Find peace and stillness as you end one week and begin the next. Come as you are, find a seat, and hold a candle. For thirty minutes let mantra-like...

MusicOctober 30, 2020

Comfort at Home with Julian Wachner

For today’s “at home” Comfort at One, Director of Music Julian Wachner performs a special All Saints’ Day improvisation based on themes from Sine...

FeaturedOctober 29, 2020

Highlights from Trinity Commons Speaker Series with Alex Wagner

What does it mean to be American in this fractured 21st century landscape? Who are our people? Emmy-nominated journalist Alex Wagner (Showtime's The Circus) explores how race, immigration, and politics shape our collective identity, drawing upon themes from her book, Futureface: A Family Mystery, an Epic Quest and the Secret to Belonging.
FeaturedOctober 28, 2020

The Great Fight to Win the Vote with Elaine Weiss

The Very Rev. Dr. Kelly Brown Douglas spoke with Elaine Weiss, author of The Women’s Hour: The Great Fight to Win the Vote, a riveting account of the final fight to ratify the Nineteenth Amendment in Tennessee in 1920.
MusicOctober 25, 2020

Compline by Candlelight: From the Archives

Find peace and stillness as you end one week and begin the next. Come as you are, find a seat, and hold a candle. For thirty minutes let mantra-like...

MusicOctober 23, 2020

Comfort at Home with House of Time

House of Time brings you today’s outdoor at-home Comfort at One video, featuring Trinity Baroque Orchestra musicians.
MusicOctober 18, 2020

Compline by Candlelight: From the Archives

Find peace and stillness as you end one week and begin the next. Come as you are, find a seat, and hold a candle. For thirty minutes let mantra-like...

MusicOctober 11, 2020

Compline by Candlelight: From the Archives

Find peace and stillness as you end one week and begin the next. Come as you are, find a seat, and hold a candle. For thirty minutes let mantra-like...

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