Concert Series

Upcoming Events

• March 14, 2024

  7:00 pm

  Matei Varga Piano Recital
  Music of Mozart, Beethoven, Grieg and Prokofiev
  with Minnie Li, guest artist, violin
  

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  Matei Varga is the 2021 recipient of the Romanian - American Fine Arts Award. His artistry has garnered superlative reviews from critics around the world, who have found his performances “magical” (Süddeutsche Zeitung), “colorful, vivacious [and] engaging” (Le Diapason).

  A top prizewinner at the “Maria Canals” and “George Enescu” piano competitions, Mr. Varga
  has appeared as a soloist and recitalist in many of the world’s leading concert halls, among them Carnegie Hall and Alice Tully Hall in New York City, Konzerthaus Berlin, Palau de la Música
  Catalana in Barcelona, Victoria Hall in Geneva and the Auditorium du Louvre, Salle Cortot and
  Salle Gaveau in Paris. He was invited by Gian Carlo Menotti to appear at the “Festival dei Due
  Mondi” in Spoleto and was awarded the “Salon de Virtuosi” Career Grant in New York.
  Varga holds degrees from the Romanian National University of Music and the Mannes School of
  Music. He studied with Ana Pitis, Ioana Minei, Sandu Sandrin and Pavlina Dokovska. He now
  lives in New York City and is Artistic Director of the Alexis Gregory Vendome Prize, a piano
  competition presented by Mannes School and the College of Performing Arts (The New School).

  
  Minnie Li Yuqing is a remarkably talented 15-year-old violinist from China who has won a
  number of international awards since she began playing violin at age four. She is currently
  attending the Manhattan School of Music on a full scholarship, while also being a high school
  student at the New York Professional Children's School.

• April 19, 2024

  7:00 pm

  Music of Strength and Persistence from the Classical and Theater Songbooks
  Berit Johnson, soprano and Claudia Dumschat, piano
  

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  Berit Johnson is a crossover singer-actor and voice teacher based in New York City. Originally
  from Minneapolis, Minnesota, she completed her Master of Music in Vocal Performance and
  Literature at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign after receiving a Bachelor of Music
  in Vocal Performance and Theatre Art at Concordia College Moorhead. With Lyric Theatre at
  Illinois, she workshopped the lead role of Amelia Earhart in Richard Maltby, Jr. and David
  Shire’s “Take Flight” opposite Nathan Gunn under the direction of Richard Maltby, Jr. and
  music direction of Kevin Stites, receiving the Illinois Opera Theatre Enthusiasts Award for
  Excellence. Regional musical theatre and opera roles include Miss Honey in “Matilda the
  Musical”, Fox in "The Cunning Little Vixen", Celia in "Iolanthe", Lucia in “The Rape of
  Lucretia”, and Janet Weiss in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show”. She performs regularly in
  cabaret showcases at renowned spaces such as Don’t Tell Mama in NYC, and has been singing
  with the Transfiguration Choir of Men and Boys and Girls since 2021. Concert solo credits
  include John Goodall’s “Eternal Light: A Requiem” and M. Praetorius’ “Puer Natus in
  Bethlehem” under the direction of Claudia Dumschat, J. Haydn’s “Misa Sancti Hieromyni”
  under the baton of Dr. Andrew Megill, and featured soprano in the Concordia Choir national and
  international tours under the direction of Dr. René Clausen. She is an in-demand Estill-trained
  voice coach and teacher, currently serving on the voice staff at Krowne Vocal School
  NYC. www.beritjohnsonsoprano.com

• May 26, 2024

  5:00 pm

  A Jazz Ensemble Featuring Asian-American Jazz Collective Mute

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  Asian-American Jazz Collective Mute led by Bassist JEONG LIM YANG andpianist CHRISTIAN LI, in association with saxophonist KEVIN SUN, and drummer (TBD)

  Asian-American Jazz Collective Mute Unveils Sophomore Album “After you’ve Gone” Album release show at the Church of The Transfiguration The awaited second offering from the esteemed Asian-American jazz ensemble, Mute, is on the horizon with the impending release of their sophomore album, “After You’ve Gone.” This much-anticipated collection not only reaffirms the band’s status as a prominent force within the contemporary jazz scene but also serves as a testament to their exceptional musical versatility and the seamless camaraderie that defines their collective sound. Mute initially made waves in 2019 with their self-titled debut album, which garnered widespread critical acclaim. This release not only solidified their presence in the ever-evolving landscape of jazz, but also positioned them as a musical force to be reckoned with. The album was praised for its groundbreaking approach, earning recognition from influential voices like Jackson Sinnenberg of DownBeat, who awarded the record four stars and wrote that it “...makes the case –-and provides a robust blueprint –- for a postmodern jazz.” ‘After You’ve Gone’ stands as a testament to the band’s growth, capturing the essence of Mute’s tight-knit chemistry and showcasing a broad musical range. The album not only meets the standard of their well-received debut but also propels them further into the realm of innovative and boundary-pushing jazz. Mute’s sophomore release promises an immersive and captivating auditory journey for both seasoned jazz enthusiasts and newcomers alike. On the title cut, “After You’ve Gone, the enduring piece from the great American Songbook, the ensemble delves into the song’s hidden qualities and craft a distinctive arrangement. Bassist Jeong Lim Yang and pianist Christian Liadd abstract harmony with dark colors, while saxophonist Kevin Sun and drummer Dayeon Seok interpret the melody and groove straightforwardly, and the blending of these approaches creates an intriguing layered effect.

• June 09, 2024

  4:00 pm

  Signature Spring Concert
  Five Centuries of Choral Masterpieces
  The Transfiguration Choir of Men & Boys and Girls,
  Claudia Dumschat, conductor
  Anabel DeCastro, organist

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  In 2024, as we enter the 176th year, the Transfiguration Choir wishes to share some of the most beloved choral music we have sung with our communities.