We are thrilled to welcome Irina Medvedeva on March 15, 2025 as our guest artist in this concert of ravishing arias from Italian Baroque opera. Her flexible, supple, yet powerful soprano voice will wow and delight us in exquisite music by three of the most celebrated 18th-century composers of this genre, Vivaldi, Handel, and Hasse. She is joined by violinists William Sirois and James Moat, violist Patrick Horn, cellist Peter Cosbey, and harpsichordist Elizabeth Ganiatsos. Moods will range from gentle, lyrical and pastoral to passionate, dramatic and fiery, with virtuosic display! Sinfonias, overtures, and dances for strings drawn from operas lend variety and give the singer a break. 

Consortium Aurora Borealis is pleased to transport you to a country and an era we rarely visit. With our “Hungarian Strings” concert, we turn our attention to Hungary, presenting some truly beautiful Romantic and folk-influenced music for strings. It takes place the day after Valentine’s. Since our music is infused with the spirit of Late Romanticism, it may well be the ideal post-Valentine’s Day concert! The music is warm and intimate, played by a superb, stylish string trio. 

Consortium Aurora Borealis heralds the New Year with ‘Café Paris’, an engaging concert performed by the popular Martin Blanchet Jazz Quintet, whose mellow moods will warm your spirits on a cold winter night! Their presentations delve into many different musical genres, from jazz to classical, with touches of world music. Known for their recognizable jazz arrangements of classic French repertoire, they’ll treat you to an unforgettable evening, recreating the intimate atmosphere of a Parisian café.