New Jersey Early Music

08/21/2026

We will perform at 3pm! Hope to see you there!

08/18/2026

✨DISCOVER ANCIENT MELODIES OF THE REALM! ✨
No festival is complete without world-class minstrels and virtuosos! At Medieval Fest Montclair, your ears will be treated to spellbinding sounds that span centuries, continents, and cultures.

Here is the star-studded lineup of musical legends gracing our stage:

Alba Consort — Transporting you across the medieval Mediterranean with mesmerizing troubadour songs, early Iberian tunes, and hypnotic rhythms on authentic period instruments!

Charlie Rutan — Bringing power and passion to the bagpipes with thrilling performances on historic pipes!

Montclair Early Music & New Jersey Early Music — Immersing the realm in rich Renaissance and medieval harmonies, keeping early music traditions alive and vibrant!

Nabila of NYC the Belly Dancer — Bringing captivating, high-energy Middle Eastern dance to life with dynamic rhythms and enchanting movement!

📍 Montclair Art Museum (3 S Mountain Ave, Montclair, NJ)
📅 Saturday, Aug 29th (Rain date: Aug 30th)
⏰ 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🚗 Street parking only!

GET TICKETS: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/annual-gala-5123

08/13/2026

Come see New Jersey Early Music perform at this year's Medieval Fest, hosted by Montclair Early Music at the Montclair Art Museum. Our friends at Kingdom of Acre will also be there with their knights and courtly members. Get tickets online now!

Huzzah! Join nonprofit Montclair Early Music (MEM) for MedievalFest on Saturday, August 29, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Montclair Art Museum. New this…

08/06/2026

We had such a fantastic time performing at the Morris County 4-H Fair! A heart-felt thank you to the 4-H Morris County organization for hosting New Jersey Early Music (NJEM) , and to all the wonderful attendees who came out to watch and support our performance.

We couldn't have asked for a better day—we were blessed with beautiful weather, a fun and lively crowd, and so many adorably furry animal friends throughout the fairgrounds! ☀️🐾🌾

🎶 What's Next for NJEM?
If you missed our set or want to catch us live again, our next performance will be on Saturday, August 29 for Medieval Fest, at the Montclair Art Museum!🏰⚔️

For more event details and info, visit: https://www.montclairearlymusic.org/

Thank you again to everyone who made the fair so memorable! See you in Montclair! 🏛️✨

07/10/2026

⏳Just TWO WEEKS until New Jersey Early Music takes the stage at the 4-H Morris County Fair!** 🎻✨ Directed and conducted by Louisa Valentín/𝕷𝖚𝖓𝖆 𝕴𝖘𝖆𝖇𝖊𝖑𝖑𝖆

The countdown is officially on! In two weeks, we’ll be bringing historical and magical melodies to one of the community's favorite summer traditions. Mark your calendars, gather your family and friends, and join us for a journey through nature and time… Featuring medieval, renaissance, and fantasy tunes. Family Friendly program.

Morris County 4-H Fair
📅 NJEM performs on Saturday, July 25 at 7:00 PM
📍 High View Farms (416 Sand Shore Rd, Mount Olive, NJ)
🎟️ FREE ENTRY! (Suggested $5 parking donation to support local 4-H youth programs)

It’s the perfect summer Saturday plan: come early to explore the animal exhibits, grab dinner from the food trucks, take a hayride, and then settle in for our performance at 7 PM! We hope to see you there.

Full fair info: https://www.morris4h.org/4-h-fair

07/08/2026

We'll be there! ✨

✨ Save the Date: Guild Showcase 2026 ✨

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of historical music. The Guild for Early Music cordially invites you to our annual concert showcase—a vibrant celebration of Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and Early American eras brought to life by our talented community of musicians and ensembles, like New Jersey Early Music

Join us for an afternoon of exquisite melodies, historical instruments, and timeless artistry.

Guild Showcase 2026: Song & Verse
🗓️ Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
📍 Location: Princeton Public Library
🎟️ Admission: Free and open to the public, no registration required.

Whether you are a lifelong early music enthusiast or simply curious to experience the sounds of the past, we look forward to sharing this beautiful afternoon with you.

👉 Learn more: guildforearlymusic.org/events/guild-showcase-2026

07/08/2026

See us perform on Saturday, July 25 at 7pm!

Check the Fair schedule here:
https://www.morris4h.org/4-h-fair/visit-the-fair
Check back often!
Got more questions? Leave a comment or reach out 973.285.8301 or [email protected]

06/02/2026

Our NJEM Ensemble and Singers will be performing at 12pm NOON during this year's Steampunk Alchemy Fest, inside VIKING HALL at Vasa Park in Hackettstown, NJ. Looks like the day will also have a PACKED lineup of other amazing performers and acts. Children 12 and under get in FREE! 🥰🎉 We hope to see you there.

Steampunk Alchemy Fest showcases the creativity and innovation of the steampunk community and beyond. It brings together enthusiasts and creators to showcase unique and imaginative designs, art, fashion, and music inspired by the steampunk and fantasy genres. Join us for a day of fun, creativity, an...

05/27/2026

We're excited to be performing at Steampunk Alchemy Fest on Saturday, June 6 at 12noon inside Viking Hall. Get your tickets today and don't miss out on ALL the whimsical entertainment. We'll be performing selections in honor of America's 250th, and other fun fantasy tunes!

The gears have aligned and the moment you’ve been waiting for is finally here—the full schedule for Steampunk Alchemy Fest 2026 is officially LIVE! 📜✨Join us on Saturday, June 6th, at Vasa Park in NJ, for a day of retro-futuristic wonder. Whether you're a seasoned sky-pirate or a young adventurer, SPAF has something for every explorer.

What’s in the works:
🎶 Musical Marvels: Get ready to dance to the infectious sounds of A Halo Called Fred the dark cabaret magic of Dust Bowl Faeries, the unruly vaudeville of This Way to the Egress and more!
🎭Thrilling Spectacles: Hold your breath for Dr JR King of the Impossible masterful whip-cracking show and witness the jaw-dropping curiosities of Professional Monstrosity.
☀️ Family Fun: From our high-stakes Tea Dueling competitions to the curious inventions displayed by the Museum of Interesting Things, there is endless wonder for explorers of all ages. All day lawn games!
📖 Classes & Workshops: Belly dancing, glass blowing, and more!
🎉 Friday Night PREPARTY Activities
🌙 OVERNIGHT CAMPING & CAMPFIRE

🔗 View the full expedition plan here: https://www.steampunkalchemyfest.com/schedule/steampunkalchemy-fest-2026

🎟️ TICKETS: https://www.steampunkalchemyfest.com

📅 SATURDAY, JUNE 6 | 10AM-7PM

📍Vasa Park NJ
1 Vasa Drive, Hackettstown, NJ (Budd Lake)
FREE PARKING - SERVICE DOGS WELCOME

05/03/2026

Good morning ☀️ Don't miss today's FREE concert in honor of Motherhood and Mother's Day at the Randolph Township Library. Music starts at 2pm! With selections from medieval, renaissance, and baroque eras and cultures. Featuring recorders, cello, harp, guitar, and voices. See you there!

A Mother's Song: An early music FREE CONCERT
TODAY SUNDAY @ 2pm
Randolph Public Library
28 Calais Rd, Randolph, NJ


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