Cultural Programs at The Chapel Restoration
The Place to Be On a Sunday Afternoon
The historic chapel, breathtaking in its simplicity, is the acoustical equal of the world’s great concert halls. Against the backdrop of the Hudson River and Highlands, its dramatic setting inspires a bond between artist and audience. The 1893 Steinway grand piano, once owned by the Livingston family who had a country house up river, graces the stage. In the choir loft is an equally distinguished pipe organ of the kind played in the 17th through the19th centuries.
The newly built Chancery provides meeting and archival space, changing area, restrooms and kitchen facilities. Post-event receptions are held here or in the courtyard or on the chapel portico and lawn.
Visit About the Chapel to learn more or join our mailing list.
MUSIC
Julia Bruskin, Aaron Wunsch, and Kees Kooper, May 2010
Julia Bruskin, Aaron Wunsch, and Kees Kooper, May 2010
We fell under the spell of its charm ... playing here is a feast and a privilege.
Kees Kooper, Violinist, former concertmaster of the Netherlands Philharmonic
Kees Kooper, Violinist, former concertmaster of the Netherlands Philharmonic
The Sunday Music Series, April to November, features musicians of worldwide distinction. Concerts, primarily classical, with at least one each season of jazz or blues, country or bluegrass, are presented once a month at 4. Free of charge, contributions welcome. Series established in 2001. See Calendar of Events for listings.
Musicians may contact Barbara DeSilva, artistic director, c/o The Chapel Restoration, P.O. Box 43, Cold Spring, NY 10516.
Phone 845-265-5537. Or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Musicians may contact Barbara DeSilva, artistic director, c/o The Chapel Restoration, P.O. Box 43, Cold Spring, NY 10516.
Phone 845-265-5537. Or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
READINGS
I've done a lot of readings all over the country and without
a doubt the Sunset Series is simply the best.
Valerie Martin, winner, the Orange Prize
a doubt the Sunset Series is simply the best.
Valerie Martin, winner, the Orange Prize
The Sunset Reading Series is presented in spring and fall and features Hudson Valley poets, novelists and essayists who have achieved national or international renown. Free of charge, contributions welcome. Inaugurated in 2008. The setting and format encourages interaction between audience and writers. See Calendar of Events for listings.
Writers may contact Ivy Meeropol and Rebekah Tighe, producers, c/o The Chapel Restoration, P.O. Box 43, Cold Spring, NY 10516. Phone 845-265-5537. Or visit its own web site: www.sunsetreadings.org
CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
The CREATIVE STRINGS SUMMER WORKSHOP led by Violinist Gwen Laster. Bringing together traditional skills with Improvisation and Composition. Young String players on Violin, Viola, Cello and Bass of all levels are welcomed! The workshop runs from MONDAY, JULY 11 - FRIDAY, JULY 15; 9:30 am.-4pm. We'll end the weeks' activities with a concert on Friday, July 15 at 5:30pm.at the Chapel.
Email Gwen at www.gwenlaster.com for fees, detailed curriculum and to reserve your space.
Email Gwen at www.gwenlaster.com for fees, detailed curriculum and to reserve your space.
Please check this web site for upcoming productions.
