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Music at St. Alban's, 301 Caldwell Lane, Davidson, NC (2024)

05/16/2024

Please join Music at St. Alban’s on Sunday, May 19 at 3:00 p.m. for the final concert in a wonderful season as we present Hank, Pattie and the Current. These bluegrass pickers, who moonlight as symphonic classical musicians, create a blend of bluegrass, classical, Motown, jazz and pop, with added elements of Latin and Bach, with fiddle, voice, guitar, and bass.

Come early to hear a young artists’ performance at 2:20 p.m. featuring string students of Janelle Davis, and stay after for a meet-the-artists reception!

Access to the main parking lot is to the right of the church. For information about live streaming and tickets, please visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible, in part, with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

05/12/2024

As the final concert in a wonderful season, Music at St. Alban’s is proud to present Hank, Pattie and the Current on Sunday, May 19 at 3:00 p.m. These bluegrass pickers, who moonlight as symphonic classical musicians, create a blend of bluegrass, classical, Motown, jazz and pop, with added elements of Latin and Bach. Please join us as these artists bring bluegrass favorites to the stage, with fiddle, voice, guitar, and bass.

This concert is preceded by a young artists’ performance at 2:20 p.m., featuring Janelle Davis’ string students.

Access to the main parking lot is to the right of the church. The concert will be available via live streaming. For more information and for tickets, please visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

05/05/2024

To close out a wonderful season, Music at St. Alban’s proudly presents Hank, Pattie and the Current on Sunday, May 19 at 3:00 p.m. These bluegrass pickers, who moonlight as symphonic classical musicians, create a blend of bluegrass, classical, Motown, jazz and pop, with added elements of Latin and Bach. Please join us as these artists bring bluegrass favorites to the stage, with fiddle, voice, guitar, and bass.

This concert is preceded by a young artists’ performance at 2:20 p.m. featuring Janelle Davis’s string students.

Access to the main parking lot is to the right of the church. The concert will be available via live streaming. For more information and for tickets, please visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

04/25/2024

Join us on Sunday, April 28 at 3:00 p.m. as Music at St. Alban’s presents classical guitarist Adam Kossler and cellist Ellie Wee, both professors at Appalachian State University, as they perform a program including the incredible Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5 by Hector Villa Lobos. Familiar works by Antonin Dvorak and Antonio Vivaldi are included, as well as selections by more contemporary artists. Come early to hear a young artists’ performance at 2:20 p.m. featuring flute students of Shirley Gilpin, and stay after for a meet-the-artists reception!

Access to the main parking lot is to the right of the church. The concert will be available via live streaming. For information and for tickets, please visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

04/21/2024

Join us on Sunday, April 28 at 3:00 p.m. as Music at St. Alban’s presents classical guitarist Adam Kossler and cellist Ellie Wee, both professors at Appalachian State University, as they perform a program including the incredible Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5 by Hector Villa Lobos. Familiar works by Antonin Dvorak and Antonio Vivaldi are included, as well as selections by more contemporary artists.

This concert is preceded by a young artists’ performance at 2:20 p.m. featuring flute students of Shirley Gilpin.

Access to the main parking lot is to the right of the church. The concert will be available via live streaming. For information and for tickets, please visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

04/14/2024

On Sunday, April 28 at 3:00 p.m., Music at St. Alban’ will present classical guitarist Adam Kossler and cellist Ellie Wee, professors at Appalachian State University, as they perform a program including the incredible Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5 by Hector Villa Lobos. Familiar works by Antonin Dvorak and Antonio Vivaldi are included, as well as selections by more contemporary artists.

This concert is preceded by a young artists’ performance at 2:20 p.m. featuring flute students of Shirley Gilpin.

Access to the main parking lot is to the right of the church. The concert will be available via live streaming. For information and for tickets, please visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

03/18/2024

Sunday's concert by the Celtic group Poisoned Dwarf was a huge success! Our first-ever sold out, capacity audience left with big smiles. The musicians commented afterwards what a beautiful space St. Alban's is in which to perform, and said the great energy of the audience gave them an extra spark. Many thanks to DavidsonLearns for their pre-concert talk with the musicians, and thanks to everyone who was in the audience for helping making it such a fun afternoon.

03/14/2024

Join us on Sunday, March 17, at 3:00 p.m. as Poisoned Dwarf celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with an engaging program of toe-tapping favorites of Celtic music. Focusing primarily on Irish traditional music, and with acoustic instruments only, this band from Williamsburg, Virginia has entertained audiences in many different settings for years. Their love for the music and the playing of it is obvious from the first note.

Come early for a free discussion with the artists, hosted by DavidsonLearns (www.davidsonlearns.org) beginning at 2:00 p.m., and stay after for a meet-the-artists reception!

All online tickets have been sold-out for this event, but additional tickets will be available at the door. Please arrive early, doors will open at 1:30 pm on day of concert.

For information about the concert and live streaming, please visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING PARKING: Due to ongoing construction, access to the St. Alban's parking lot from the circle area is blocked off. The lot is still accessible from the driveway on the other side of the church. Concertgoers may be dropped off by the door at the circle, and cars may then be parked by turning left onto Caldwell Lane and then left again past the church to get to the parking lot. Kindly reserve the circle for handicapped parking. From the parking lot, the church may be entered on the lower level, walking through the playground to the lower entrance, then come up one floor via either the stairs or the elevator. Thanks for your understanding!

03/10/2024

Join us on Sunday, March 17, at 3:00 p.m. as Poisoned Dwarf celebrates St. Patrick’s Day. Prepare for an engaging program of toe-tapping favorites of Celtic music. Focusing primarily on Irish traditional music, and with acoustic instruments only, this band from Williamsburg, Virginia has entertained audiences in many different settings for years. Their love for the music and the playing of it is obvious from the first note.

Beginning at 2:00 p.m. DavidsonLearns (www.davidsonlearns.org) will host a free discussion with the artists. A meet-the-artists reception follows the concert.

All online tickets have been sold-out for this event, but additional tickets will be available at the door. Please arrive early, doors will open at 1:30 pm on day of concert.

For information about the concert and live streaming, please visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING PARKING: Due to ongoing construction, access to the St. Alban's parking lot from the circle area is blocked off. The lot is still accessible from the driveway on the other side of the church. Concertgoers may be dropped off by the door at the circle, and cars may then be parked by turning left onto Caldwell Lane and then left again past the church to get to the parking lot. Kindly reserve the circle for handicapped parking. From the parking lot, the church may be entered on the lower level, walking through the playground to the lower entrance, then come up one floor via either the stairs or the elevator. Thanks for your understanding!

03/03/2024

Join us on Sunday, March 17, at 3:00 p.m. as Poisoned Dwarf celebrates St. Patrick’s Day. Prepare for an engaging program of toe-tapping favorites of Celtic music. Focusing primarily on Irish traditional music, and with acoustic instruments only, this band from Williamsburg, Virginia has entertained audiences in many different settings for years. Their love for the music and the playing of it is obvious from the first note.

Beginning at 2:00 p.m. DavidsonLearns (www.davidsonlearns.org) will host a free discussion with the artists. A meet-the-artists reception follows the concert.

All online tickets have been sold-out for this event, but additional tickets will be available at the door. Please arrive early, doors will open at 1:30 pm on day of concert.

For information about the concert and live streaming, please visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING PARKING: Due to ongoing construction, access to the St. Alban's parking lot from the circle area is blocked off. The lot is still accessible from the driveway on the other side of the church. Concertgoers may be dropped off by the door at the circle, and cars may then be parked by turning left onto Caldwell Lane and then left again past the church to get to the parking lot. Kindly reserve the circle for handicapped parking. From the parking lot, the church may be entered on the lower level, walking through the playground to the lower entrance, then come up one floor via either the stairs or the elevator. Thanks for your understanding!

02/19/2024

We had a terrific concert on Sunday, Feb. 18. Our featured ensemble was The Bechtler Ensemble Piano Trio, and our audience also enjoyed performances by our young artists before the concert.

02/15/2024

Join us on Sunday, February 18 at 3:00 p.m., as Music at St. Alban’s presents an inspiring and engaging concert by the Bechtler Ensemble Piano Trio as they shine a spotlight on women composers. Cellist Tanja Bechtler and her ensemble (violinist David Russell and pianist Emily Urbanek) will perform music of women composers as well as lesser-known gems from the 20th and 21st centuries. Come early for a young artists performance at 2:20 p.m. featuring piano students of Cynthia Lawing, and stay after for a meet-the-artists reception!

For information about live streaming and tickets, please visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING PARKING: Due to ongoing construction, access to the St. Alban's parking lot from the circle area is blocked off. The lot is still accessible from the driveway on the other side of the church. Concertgoers may be dropped off by the door at the circle, and cars may then be parked by turning left onto Caldwell Lane and then left again past the church to get to the parking lot. Kindly reserve the circle for handicapped parking. From the parking lot, the church may be entered on the lower level, walking through the playground to the lower entrance, then come up one floor via either the stairs or the elevator. Thanks for your understanding!

02/11/2024

Come hear an inspiring and engaging concert by the Bechtler Ensemble Piano Trio as they shine a spotlight on women composers on the Music at St. Alban's concert on Sunday, Feb. 18 at 3:00 pm. Cellist Tanja Bechtler and her ensemble (violinist David Russell and pianist Emily Urbanek) will perform music by Amy Beach, Josef Suk, Jennifer Hidden, and Toivo Kuula.

The concert will be preceded by a young artists performance at 2:20 p.m. featuring piano students of Cynthia Lawing.

For information about live streaming and tickets, please visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING PARKING: Due to ongoing construction, access to the St. Alban's parking lot from the circle area is blocked off. The lot is still accessible from the driveway on the other side of the church. Concertgoers may be dropped off by the door at the circle, and cars may then be parked by turning left onto Caldwell Lane and then left again past the church to get to the parking lot. Kindly reserve the circle for handicapped parking. From the parking lot, the church may be entered on the lower level, walking through the playground to the lower entrance, then come up one floor via either the stairs or the elevator. Thanks for your understanding!

02/04/2024

On Sunday, February 18 at 3:00 p.m., Music at St. Alban’s (M@SA) will present an inspiring and engaging concert by the Bechtler Ensemble Piano Trio as they shine a spotlight on women composers. Cellist Tanja Bechtler and her ensemble (violinist David Russell and pianist Emily Urbanek) will perform music of women composers as well as lesser-known gems from the 20th and 21st centuries.

The concert will be preceded by a young artists performance at 2:20 p.m. featuring piano students of Cynthia Lawing.

The concert will be available via live streaming. For information about that option and tickets, visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING PARKING: Due to ongoing construction, access to the St. Alban's parking lot from the circle area is blocked off. The lot is still accessible from the driveway on the other side of the church. Concertgoers may be dropped off by the door at the circle, and cars may then be parked by turning left onto Caldwell Lane and then left again past the church to get to the parking lot. Kindly reserve the circle for handicapped parking. From the parking lot, the church may be entered on the lower level, walking through the playground to the lower entrance, then come up one floor via either the stairs or the elevator. Thanks for your understanding!

01/23/2024

This past Sunday we were thrilled to present a concert by oboist Alicia Chapman, bassoonist David Wells, and pianist Junie Cho, also known as Alicia Chapman and Friends. 😀 Their gorgeous music-making was captivating; if you were in the audience, thanks so much for attending!

01/18/2024

M@SA is excited to present a concert by Alicia Chapman and Friends. On Sunday, January 21 at 3:00 pm, acclaimed oboist Alicia Chapman is joined by bassoonist David Wells and pianist Junie Cho for a concert of music by Clémence de Grandval, Benedetto Marcello, H. Leslie Adams, and Francis Poulenc. Join these musical friends for something old, something new, and something borrowed, for oboe, piano and bassoon. Come early for a young artist performance at 2:20 pm by pianist Evan Brezicki, and stay after for a meet-the-artists reception!

This concert will be live streamed. For information and for tickets please visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part by funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING PARKING: Due to ongoing construction, access to the St. Alban's parking lot from the circle area is blocked off. The lot is still accessible from the driveway on the other side of the church. Concertgoers may be dropped off by the door at the circle, and cars may then be parked by turning left onto Caldwell Lane and then left again past the church to get to the parking lot. Kindly reserve the circle for handicapped parking. From the parking lot, the church may be entered on the lower level, then come up one floor via either the stairs or the elevator. Thanks for your understanding!

01/14/2024

On Sunday, January 21 at 3:00 pm we will present a concert by Alicia Chapman and Friends. Acclaimed oboist Alicia Chapman is joined by bassoonist David Wells and pianist Junie Cho; all three musicians are faculty members of the Hayes School of Music at Appalachian State University. They will present a concert of music by Clémence de Grandval, Benedetto Marcello, H. Leslie Adams, and Francis Poulenc. Join these musical friends for something old, something new, and something borrowed, for oboe, piano and bassoon. The concert will be preceded by a young artist performance at 2:20 pm by pianist Evan Brezicki.

This concert will be available via live streaming. For information about that option and tickets, please visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part by funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING PARKING: Due to ongoing construction, access to the St. Alban's parking lot from the circle area is blocked off. The lot is still accessible from the driveway on the other side of the church. Concertgoers may be dropped off by the door at the circle, and cars may then be parked by turning left onto Caldwell Lane and then left again past the church to get to the parking lot. Kindly reserve the circle for handicapped parking. From the parking lot, the church may be entered on the lower level, then come up one floor via either the stairs or the elevator. Thanks for your understanding!

01/07/2024

Join us on Sunday, January 21 at 3:00 pm as we present a concert by Alicia Chapman and Friends. Acclaimed oboist Alicia Chapman is joined by bassoonist David Wells and pianist Junie Cho; all three musicians are faculty members of the Hayes School of Music at Appalachian State University. They will present a concert of music by Clémence de Grandval, Benedetto Marcello, H. Leslie Adams, and Francis Poulenc. Join these musical friends for something old, something new, and something borrowed, for oboe, piano and bassoon!
The concert will be preceded by a young artists’ performance at 2:20 pm featuring pianist Evan Brezicki.
The concert will be available via live streaming. For information about that option and tickets, visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part by funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

12/08/2023

On Sunday December 3, 2023, Music at St. Alban’s visited Hinds Feet Farm in Huntersville, NC. Hinds Feet Farm serves persons with brain injuries in a rural equestrian environment. Guitarist Jared Evans performed an eclectic mix of classic rock covers and current pop music, delighting Hinds Feet Farm residents, staff and friends. This program was provided with support from the Arts and Science Council.

11/28/2023

Register today to attend Friday’s online event with Duo Amabile!

11/27/2023

Join M@SA and the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library for an exclusive video conference featuring the distinguished artists, Katya Kramer-Lapin and Matvey Lapin, the co-founders of “Duo Amabile". This is a unique opportunity to engage in an intimate, up-close-and-personal discussion with these renowned musicians. Don't miss this chance to delve into their musical journeys, discuss their art, and gain insights into their creative processes. Reserve your spot now for an enriching experience with Katya and Matvey!

11/16/2023

This Sunday, November 19 at 3:00 p.m., please join Music at St. Alban’s for a concert by The Black Mountain Trio. Each member of the trio has dedicated a significant part of his career to the musical life of North Carolina and the Southeastern region of the United States. The group will perform works by Ludwig van Beethoven, Felix Mendelssohn, and Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. Come early to hear young flute students of Shirley Gilpin at 2:20 pm, and stay after for a meet the artists reception!

The concert will be available via live streaming. For more information please visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

11/12/2023

Please join Music at St. Alban's on Sunday, November 19 at 3:00 p.m. for a concert by The Black Mountain Trio. This esteemed piano trio is named to honor the vision of Black Mountain College, a vibrant artistic and educational institution that enriched the cultural history of North Carolina during the middle of the 20th century. Their concert will feature works by Ludwig van Beethoven, Felix Mendelssohn, and Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. The concert will be preceded by a young artists’ performance at 2:20 p.m. featuring flute students of Shirley Gilpin. A meet the artist reception follows the concert.

This concert will be available via live streaming. For more information please visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

11/05/2023

On Sunday, November 19 at 3:00 p.m., Music at St. Alban’s (M@SA) will present The Black Mountain Trio. The ensemble (pianist Dmitri Vorobiev, violinist Kevin Lawrence, and cellist Brooks Whitehouse) is named to honor the vision of Black Mountain College, a vibrant artistic and educational institution that enriched the cultural history of North Carolina during the middle of the 20th century. Please join us for this event to hear works by Ludwig van Beethoven, Felix Mendelssohn, and Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. The concert will be preceded by a young artists’ performance at 2:20 p.m. featuring flute students of Shirley Gilpin.

The concert will be available via live streaming. For more information please visit www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

10/28/2023

Last Sunday's concert by the Lovell Bradford Jazz Ensemble was delightful. Those who arrived early also got to hear a charming performance by young cello students of local musician and teacher Janelle Davis. It was especially gratifying to see a number of children in the audience for this concert. The post-concert reception was also a big hit!

10/25/2023

While we were eagerly anticipating the Queens Chamber Players performance on Sunday, November 19 at 3:00 pm, due to unforeseen circumstances they will not be able to join us. We are thrilled, however, to announce that the Black Mountain Trio will be gracing our stage instead on that same date and time, in a program of music by Beethoven, Coleridge-Taylor, and Mendelssohn.

The Black Mountain Trio is named to honor the vision of Black Mountain College, a vibrant artistic and educational institution that enriched the cultural history of North Carolina during the middle of the 20th century. Each member of the trio has dedicated a significant part of his career to the musical life of North Carolina and the Southeastern region of the United States. The trio has performed in North Carolina, South Carolina, Vermont and Ohio, as well as Beijing and Shenzhen, China.
Tickets previously purchased for this concert will remain valid. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this change, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support!

10/19/2023

Join us this Sunday, October 22 at 3:00 p.m. when Music at St. Alban’s present renowned pianist Lovell Bradford and his Jazz Ensemble, as he performs jazz hits with some of his favorite colleagues in the jazz world. Adjunct professor of piano at Davidson College, Bradford has played on top recordings in both the Gospel and Jazz traditions. Lovell has performed with artists such as Pharez Whitted, Slide Hampton, Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis, Wes “Warmdaddy” Anderson, Ronnie Burrage, and many others. Come early for a young artists’ performance at 2:20 p.m. featuring the string students of Matthews-based violinist Janelle Davis, and stay after for a meet the artists reception!

For information about live streaming and tickets, visit M@SA’s website, www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible in part with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

10/16/2023

On Sunday, October 22 at 3:00 p.m., Music at St. Alban’s (M@SA) will present renowned pianist Lovell Bradford and his Jazz Ensemble, as he performs jazz hits with some of his favorite colleagues in the jazz world. Adjunct professor of piano at Davidson College, Bradford has played on top recordings in both the Gospel and Jazz traditions. Lovell has performed with artists such as Pharez Whitted, Slide Hampton, Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis, Wes “Warmdaddy” Anderson, Ronnie Burrage, and many others.

The concert will be preceded by a young artists’ performance at 2:20 p.m., featuring the strings students of Matthews-based violinist Janelle Davis. The concert will be available via live streaming. For information about that option and tickets, visit M@SA’s website: www.musicatstalbansdavidson.org. This event is made possible, in part, with funding from the ASC and support from WDAV. News of Davidson is our media partner. M@SA is a 501[c]3 non-profit organization.

09/28/2023

There were lots of smiling 3- and 4-year-olds on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, when Joey Rincon visited La Escuelita bilingual preschool in Davidson, NC. Sponsored by Music at St. Alban's (M@SA) and the Arts & Science Council, Mr. Joey had the children and teachers clap in time and play various rhythm instruments while he performed on his classical guitar. Twinkle Twinkle Little Star on the ukulele was a big hit. The children also enjoyed up close inspection and strumming of the guitar. It was a delightful experience for all.

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