Community Calendar

Celebrate the magic of the season with a heartwarming concert that brings our community together in music and spirit. From the shimmering beauty of Wang Jie’s The Winter that United Us to the toe-tapping fun of Sleigh Ride—complete with festive hats—this concert has something for everyone.
Enjoy the dazzling talents of featured jazz pianist Christian Li, the inspiring voices of the Corning Painted Post Choristers, and the rich harmonies of the Chorus of the Southern Finger Lakes in uplifting selections by John Rutter (honoring his 80th birthday) and local favorite Dan Forrest. Familiar carols like Angels We Have Heard on High and Joy to the World will fill you with holiday cheer, while Avner Finberg’s Dances in Freygish adds a spirited burst of cultural celebration.
Whether it’s your favorite tradition or your first time joining us, this festive concert is the perfect way to celebrate the holidays—together.

EMCS Christmas choral concert featuring Bach's Cantata # 63 (sung in English) with orchestra and soloists & seasonal works by Rutter, MacMillan and John Gardner. Audience sing- a- long as well on favorite carols. This is a free concert, but monetary donations in any amount are gratefully accepted! Directed by Robert Oldroyd.

Sarah Noell is a musician based in Ithaca, New York. Inspired by early folk songs, rocks in the river, empty fields, eros, and country music, her songs can be categorized as calm, current, and nostalgic. She has been a part of various local music projects, ranging from indie-rock to classic country. She currently plays in the duo Good Dog with Joe Hayward who contributes pedal steel guitar and vocals to the calm country-folk project. Sarah always brings special guests and friends to play with her, so stay tuned!

Nova Scotian sisters Cassie & Maggie "are among the top musical acts in demand on the Irish/American/Canadian scene"- Irish Music Magazine

Cassie and Maggie have been lighting up the world with their unique blend of traditional and contemporary Celtic instrumentals and vocals. Appearing on stages across North America, the UK, and Europe the sisters have enchanted audiences far and wide with lively fiddle, piano and guitar arrangements, stunning sibling vocal harmonies in both English and Gaelic, all complemented by their intricate and percussive stepdancing style. 

Thank you to our show sponsors: The Mid-York Foundation; NBT Bank; WAER FM Radio; Preferred Mutual; Sidney Federal Credit Union; Hamilton Community Chest; & Bruce Ward, Architect.

Special thanks to our hospitality sponsor Poolville Country Store Restaurant Bed & Breakfast! Make it an evening out & receive 10% off dinner at Poolville by presenting your EOH show ticket or receive 10% off your show ticket by presenting your Poolville dinner receipt at the Box Office! Call 315-691-2677 for dinner reservations!

ALSO: Show your ticket at Huff Brau llc before or after the show & get $1 off your first drink! EOH Family Members & up, show your membership card & show tickets to get 10% off your meal, on the night of the performance! Call 315-691-3300 for dinner reservations!

Earlville Opera House is located at 18 East Main Street in the quaint Village of Earlville, NY. At EOH we believe accessibility & inclusion are critical to everything we do. Our historic Opera House has been upgraded to ensure accessibility throughout the building, including a hearing loop system in our 1892 theater provided by Hamilton Hearing LLC.
 
EOH events are made possible by the Office of the Governor and NYS Legislature, with support from New York State Council on the Arts, and through the generosity of EOH members.

Joe Jencks brings an engaged musical narrative for the season, filled with heart, soul, groove, and grit. Blending well-crafted instrumentals and vivid songwriting, Joe serves it all up with a lyric baritone voice that has the edgy richness of a good sea salt caramel, warming us heart and soul. Noted for his unique merging of musical beauty, social consciousness, open-hearted humanity, and spiritual exploration, this is the perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of this season.

Joe Jencks brings an engaged musical narrative for the season, filled with heart, soul, groove, and grit. Blending well-crafted instrumentals and vivid songwriting, Joe serves it all up with a lyric baritone voice that has the edgy richness of a good sea salt caramel, warming us heart and soul. Noted for his unique merging of musical beauty, social consciousness, open-hearted humanity, and spiritual exploration, this is the perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of this season.

With great joy last year, the Night Eagle Cafe
presented the Jim Murphy Celtic Christmas Coat Drive and Benefit Concert for Loaves
and Fishes. Six Mile Craic and members of Traonach, along with other members of the
Ithaca Celtic Music Community, came out to support the effort. It was such a success
that it’s become an annual event in Jim Murphy's name. On the evening of Saturday,
December 13th we will again celebrate with an eclectic collection of Celtic musicians
performing as groups, soloists, small ensembles, and concluding with an open Irish
session. All members of the Liquid State and Watershed sessions are welcome to come
and make a joyful noise with us. Special guests include Mark Bickford, Nikolai Ruskin,
Pamela Goddard, and Doolin O'Dey with more surprise guests to come. COME ONE
COME ALL and let us support the work of Loaves and Fishes. The Night Eagle Cafe, as
ever, thanks the Savage Club and the Lansing Performing Arts Hall for their ongoing
support.

The Auburn Chamber Orchestra (ACO) will be performing a holiday concert entitled “Sounds of the Season”. It will be performed at Auburn High School, 250 Lake Ave, Auburn, NY 13021 on Sunday, December 14th at 2:00 PM.

Our annual "Sounds of the Season" concert, conducted by Dr. Victor Vallo, Jr., will feature both secular and sacred holiday music through the centuries. These include Joy to the World, Sleigh Ride (German Dance No. 3), Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring, A Most Wonderful Christmas, and Sleigh Ride (Encore). ACO will also be joined by baritone vocalist David Rudari for Gesu Bambino, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, and Sing in Exultation (Sing-A-Long).

The Auburn Chamber Orchestra is in its 39th concert season. The orchestra musicians come from a wide range of age groups, communities and professions.

This family-friendly event is free and open to the general public (with donations greatly appreciated). For further information about the Auburn Chamber Orchestra, go to www.auburnchamberorchestra.com or visit us on Facebook.

Come meet special guest ‘Buddy the Elf’ and enjoy the music for this wonderful time of year!

Join us for the first of our Sunday Jazz Sessions with Jesse Collins, Tyler McCalip, and friends at The Taproom at Ithaca Beer Co. from 2-4:30pm on Sunday, December 14th! We plan to make this a recurring event. Come grab a pint, a plate, and enjoy the tunes!

The nationally-acclaimed Presbybop Jazz Quintet returns to UPC for Christmas Jazz Vespers!

Led by pastor and jazz pianist Bill Carter, this spiritual swing service features seasonal favorites and original arrangements that will have your feet tapping.

No tickets needed—just bring yourself and everyone you know!

Join us for a cookies and punch reception in Fellowship Hall from 3-4pm before the show.

Free and open to the public