Mozart Solemn Vespers on Sunday, October 27, 2024
Photo by Tony Allen Photography
Our Mission
It is the New Choral Society's mission to promote a greater interest in classical choral works within the immediate Westchester area. We strive to program a standard classical repertoire, as well as include innovative and unique offerings. We collaborate with professional artistic organizations, such as The Metropolitan Opera Lindemann Young Artist Development Program, to showcase new talent in addition to introducing and promoting local Westchester artists.
“It’s like having a private concert by some of the greatest opera stars around!”- Audience Member
“This is the best musical experience in all of Westchester” - Audience Member
“I’ve seen tons of Messiah performances, including at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, and this was one of the best I’ve ever seen in my life!” - Audience Member
All concerts take place at Hitchcock Presbyterian Church, 6 Greenacres Avenue in Scarsdale, unless otherwise noted.
Please note that all performers are subject to change.
Photo by Tony Allen Photography
Vivaldi - Gloria
Handel - Coronation Anthems
Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 4 PM
Dr. John T. King, Conductor
Kick off the 32nd season with the New Choral Society featuring this pair of beloved choral masterworks.
If you are unable to join us in person, you can purchase a virtual ticket to stream the concert starting the weekend following the concert.
Photo by Steven Schnur
Handel - Messiah (Part I)
Friday, December 5, 2025 at 8 PM
Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 3 PM
Dr. John T. King, Conductor
The chorus will present the Christmas portion of Handel's Messiah, Part I. Join with us to hear these familiar and uplifting choruses and solos; as always, we will conclude with the famous "Hallelujah Chorus." This concert is always a festive way to begin the holiday season with family and friends.
If you are unable to join us in person, you can purchase a virtual ticket to stream the concert starting the weekend following the concert.
Photo by Steven Schnur
An Evening of Chamber Music
Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 8 PM
Join us as we continue the tradition of presenting our chamber orchestra in a concert of their own. This program of beloved chamber works by everyone’s favorite composers spans the centuries and includes familiar as well as lesser known works. The music is sublime and will warm even the coldest of winter’s nights.
Photo by Kayla Pershing
Beethoven
Symphony No. 9
Friday, March 6, 2026 at 7 PM
At Purchase College, SUNY
NCS appears as guests of the Purchase Symphony Orchestra
Mina Kim, Conductor
Tickets available separately through the Purchase College Performing Arts Center this winter
Photo by Tony Allen Photography
Songs of America 250
Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 4 PM
Dr. John T. King, Conductor
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with works including Leonard Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms, Randall Thompson’s Testament of Freedom, and a world premiere by Jessica Meyer
If you are unable to join us in person, you can purchase a virtual ticket to stream the concert starting the weekend following the concert.
All photos in the above gallery are courtesy of Tony Allen Photography or Steven Schnur.
This season is made possible, in part, by The New York Community Trust - Westchester, ArtsWestchester with funding made possible by Westchester County government with the support of County Executive Ken Jenkins, and the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.