New York Choral Society

10/08/2026

Your Voice Matters.

The week before Americans head to the polls, we're gathering for something bigger than a concert.

A Child of Our Time was written as an act of protest against antisemitism, racism, and political extremism.

Nearly 90 years later, its message still rings true.

When fear becomes power, silence has consequences.

When people come together, change becomes possible.

Join the New York Choral Society and Mannes School of Music for a powerful evening that reminds us why every voice matters.

🎟️ Reserve your seats today. Tickets at NYCHORAL.org

10/06/2026

This concert is for anyone who has ever wondered how we stay hopeful when the world feels broken.

Michael Tippett wrote A Child of Our Time after witnessing hatred, violence, and injustice.

Instead of looking away, he created a work that speaks directly to our shared humanity.

Filled with soaring choruses and beloved spirituals like Deep River and Steal Away, this music reminds us that even in dark times, hope survives.

Join us one week before the midterm elections for an evening of reflection, resistance, and renewal.

🎟️Tickets are available now. Reserve your seat today at https://rb.gy/vorhjh

09/29/2026

This is not a history lesson.

This is a protest concert.

Written in response to fascism, antisemitism, and political violence, A Child of Our Time asks what happens when fear is used to divide people, and what happens when people choose courage instead.

One week before the 2026 midterm elections, join NYCHORAL for an evening that feels as urgent today as it did nearly 90 years ago.

Because democracy is not a spectator sport.
Because silence has consequences.
Because every generation must decide what it stands for.

Add your voice. Tickets at https://rb.gy/vorhjh

09/22/2026

The world feels divided, angry, and uncertain.

Spend an evening with music that helps make sense of the moment.
Written as a response to fascism and hatred, A Child of Our Time has inspired audiences for generations with its message of justice, resilience, and hope.

Join us one week before the midterm elections for a concert that reminds us why our voices, and our choices, matter.

Tickets at https://rb.gy/vorhjh

A Child of Our Time David Geffen Hall OCTOBER 26, 2026 7:30pm PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MANNES SCHOOL OF MUSIC Every Generation Must Decide What Kind of World It Wants to Build. The week before the 2026 midterm elections, join us for a concert that asks a simple but urgent question: What does re...

09/18/2026

Many hands really do make light work! 🙌

A huge thank you to the incredible team at S&P Global (), who volunteered their time to help NYCHORAL prepare hundreds of marketing postcards for mailing. What would have taken our small staff several hours was finished in just one hour thanks to this amazing crew!

We’re especially grateful to NYCHORAL member Kaila Barker () for connecting us with this wonderful opportunity. ❤️

Corporate volunteer programs like this make a real difference for small nonprofit organizations like ours. If your company has a volunteer or matching gift program and you’d like to get NYCHORAL involved, we’d love to hear from you! Contact us at the email in our bio.

Thank you, S&P Global, for lending us so many helping hands! 🎶

09/16/2026

Second rehearsal is in the books and already they sound incredible. Thank you to All Souls NYC for hosting us. Tickets for this performance are now on sale at the link in bio.

09/08/2026

🎟️ Tickets are on sale and we want you there with us.

Ticket Link: https://rb.gy/vorhjh

Nearly 90 years ago, Michael Tippett wrote A Child of Our Time in response to fascism, hatred, and the violence surrounding Kristallnacht.

Today, this music feels more important than ever.

One week before the midterm elections, come stand with us against fear, hatred, and fascism—and for compassion, community, and our shared humanity.

Come raise your voice with ours.

📅 October 26 | 7:30 PM
📍 David Geffen Hall

Join us. Tickets are on sale now.

08/13/2026

Please join us in welcoming Karen Bodner to the New York Choral Society Board of Trustees!

Karen proves that you don’t have to be a performer to have music play an important role in your life.

A passionate jazz and blues lover with several musicians in her family, Karen has even made New Orleans a second home. Professionally, she is Head of Market Insights and Initiatives within BNY’s Depositary Receipts platform and brings decades of experience in investment banking, capital markets, and strategic advising.

What drew Karen to NYCHORAL? In her words, it was our “sense of belonging and inclusion” and the energy and enthusiasm of our community.

We couldn’t be happier to have her join it.

Welcome to the Board, Karen!

08/12/2026

Please join us in welcoming David Ash to the New York Choral Society Board of Trustees!

If the name Ash sounds familiar to musicians, there’s a reason.

David is the former CEO and General Counsel of Sam Ash Music Corporation, the family-owned musical instrument and professional audio company that served generations of musicians for more than a century.

A graduate of Harvard Law School and Brandeis University, David brings to NYCHORAL a remarkable combination of business leadership, legal expertise, and a lifelong connection to the world of music.

We’re delighted to have that experience, and a deep musical legacy, helping guide NYCHORAL into its next chapter.

Welcome to the Board, David!

05/11/2026

A full house. A standing ovation. And an unforgettable night of music, light, and reflection.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Requiem Reimagined, an extraordinary evening where Mozart’s timeless masterpiece met breathtaking visuals and immersive storytelling. Every note, every image, every moment reminded us why live performance matters.

What a privilege to share this experience together. 🖤

David Hayes, Music Director
Camilla Tassi, Projections
Abigail Hoke-Brady, Lighting Design
Rachel Liss, Director of Production
Gregory Spears, Composer
Abigail Raiford, Soprano
Erin Wagner, Mezzo-Soprano
Jonghyun Park, Tenor
Brandon Cedel, Bass-Baritone