St. John’s Music Society
Founded by St. John’s Principal Organist Aaron Hirsch, exists as a means to enrich the lives of the Boulder community while featuring the beautiful acoustic space of St. John’s. The SJMS produces performances by top local and out of of state musicians, presenting programs that might not be heard regularly outside of a conservatory environment. By providing these experiences in downtown Boulder, we are able to enrich people’s lives with the richness and diversity that exist in the world through these free concerts. All performances are open to all, and families are encouraged to attend.
The Music Society is able to accomplish all this through individual sponsorship of artists. Besides sponsorship, community members may choose to host our out-of-state performers in their homes, thus further engaging the community. If you are interested in sponsoring a concert, or providing a home stay, please contact SJMS Director Aaron Hirsch.
Latest Concert
Fourth Annual Halloween Concert
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Education Series
Looking for a different venue to give your degree recital? Or perhaps a new location for your small ensemble? In an effort to enrich the musical development of the many collegiate musicians, we provide an off-campus performance venue at little to no cost. The acoustics are excellent for solo and chamber music, and there is a baby grand piano for use. Other amenities, like live-streaming using the built-in system, as well as reception space, can be added for an additional cost. Please click below to inquire.
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Concerts
The St. John’s Music Society typically produces a concert a month from September through May. Events vary, from solo musicians to small chamber ensembles. If you missed out on the last concert, you can experience it below. If you would like to see our archive of concerts, go to the St. John’s Boulder YouTube page, select Playlists, then you can find all our performances under “Concerts.” To check on upcoming performances, both with the regular SJMS series as well as the Education Series, check out our calendar.
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St. John's Choir
Another mission of the St. John’s Music Society is to help fund the concerts put on by the St. John’s Choirs. Any excess funds from the regular concert series goes to hire out musicians for the annual Christmas and Spring concerts.
Upcoming Concerts
The Quartet for the End of Time
February 22 4:00 PM
The Blackbird Quartet performs The Quartet for the End of Time. (Poster Attached) The Blackbird Quarter is a Boulder-based ensemble comprised of Greg Abrell, violin; Sophie Stubbs, cello; Kevin Halsey, clarinet; and Walton Lott, piano. Their performance will focus on Olivier Messiaen's most influential work, the Quartet for the End of Time. Fighting for France in WWII, Messiaen was captured and interred at a German POW camp. It was in this camp that he wrote this work for a few of his musician colleagues interred with him. Each movement is a reflection on certain verses from Revelation, and is sure to be a gorgeous afternoon of stunning chamber music. Join the livestream.
Rejoice, O Earth!
March 15 4:00 PM
St. John's Soprano Choral Scholar Kristina Butler presents a stunning program of favorites, seeking ways to rejoice in creation, cats, coffee, and the Creator. Accompanied by Aaron Hirsch on the organ, hear how her voice interacts with the organ's various colors.
Renova New Music Ensemble
April 18 7:30 PM
This student-led choral ensemble from CU Boulder performs newly-composed music by CU Boulder students, faculty, and alumni. Explore today's newest choral literature in St. John's lovely acoustic.
St. John's Choir presents its Annual Spring Concert. Joined by the St. John's Chamber Orchestra and St. John's Choristers, this promises to be an enchanting afternoon of Schubert, Mendelssohn, and more!
St. John's Principal Organist Aaron Hirsch presents a monumental recital featuring works by György Ligeti, Felix Mendelssohn, and the powerhouse sonata reflecting on the 94th Psalm by ill-fated German composer Julius Ruebke.
St. John’s Choir Concert
May 3 4:00 PM
Organ Concert
May 24 4:00 PM
