Valley Regional High School

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  • Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks Return to Essex Winter Series

    Valley Regional High School 156 Kelsey Hill Road, Deep River, CT, United States

    For jazz concert rescheduled from February, Essex Winter Series Jazz Advisor Jeff Barnhart is thrilled to announce the return of fan favorite Vince Giordano, who will lead his incredible jazz orchestra – The Nighthawks – for an afternoon of Hot and Sweet Music of the 1920s and ‘30s! Beyond at an Essex Winter Series performance, you have probably heard or seen these outstanding musicians in many movies and streaming series, but Vince told Jeff that our audiences are among the most rewarding he's performed in front of, averring “It's like returning to visit old friends!” Indeed, this concert marks the fifth time the group has appeared with Essex Winter Series, making it the most requested jazz ensemble in the history of the series! Be sure you don’t miss this increasingly rare opportunity to experience the incredible jazz orchestra Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks outside of their NYC home! For this treat, you’ll just have to get to Valley Regional High School in Deep River, CT. This concert will be followed by one more rescheduled from January of this year: Having crafted a season that weaves together stellar performances with the celebration of the 250th anniversary of America’s independence, Artistic Director and flutist […]

    $45

  • Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks Bring Hot Jazz to Essex Winter Series

    Valley Regional High School 156 Kelsey Hill Road, Deep River, CT, United States

    UPDATE: We regret that we must postpone our Sunday, February 22, concert. Cancellation notices are widespread in news outlets and on social media, and we are attempting to personally reach every person on our ticketholder list. The weather forecasted and time frame for the upcoming storm would not have ensured timely removal of snow and the safety of everyone to be able to attend, especially those traveling from out of state. We will miss seeing you and sharing great jazz with Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks. The good news is that the concert has been rescheduled:May 17, 2026 • 3 pm • Valley Regional High School If you have a ticket already, hold onto it as you will need it for entry to the rescheduled event. ORIGINAL POST: For the second concert of the Essex Winter Series season on February 22, 2026, our Jazz Advisor Jeff Barnhart is thrilled to announce the return of EWS favorite Vince Giordano, who will lead his incredible jazz orchestra – The Nighthawks – for an afternoon of Hot and Sweet Music of the 1920s and ‘30s! Vince told Jeff that our audiences are among the most rewarding he's performed in front of, averring “It's like […]

    $45

  • Con Brio Spring Concerts 2026

    Valley Regional High School 156 Kelsey Hill Road, Deep River, CT, United States

    Con Brio presents two glorious, uplifting, at times somber, rousing, and patriotic concerts to celebrate our Nation’s 250th Birthday (1776-2026). These concerts feature a special program of All-American music with full orchestra and augmented brass section. Stars & Stripes Forever A choral celebration of our nation’s 250th birthday Featuring over 110 performers, with the Con Brio Chorus, the Con Brio Festival Orchestra, and with special guest Soprano and Tenor soloists, conducted by Dr. Chris Shepard on April 17, 2026 at 7 PM and April 19 2026 at 4 PM, Valley Regional High School, 256 Kelsey Hill Road, Deep River CT 06417. March The Stars & Stripes Forever, John Philip Sousa, USMC (orchestra) The National Anthem The Star-Spangled Banner, Smith, words Francis Scott Key, arr. Hayes (chorus and orchestra) The Testament of Freedom, Randall Thompson, words from Thomas Jefferson, (chorus and orchestra) I. A Summary View of the Rights of British America (1774) II. and III. Declaration of Causes and Necessity of Taking up Arms (July 6, 1775) IV. Letter to John Adams, (September 12, 1821) The Mansions of the Lord, Glennie-Smith, arr. Harlan & Rickets, words Wallace, (chorus and string orchestra) Battle Hymn of the Republic, Steffe, arr. Wilhousky, words […]

    $40

  • Con Brio Spring Concerts 2026

    Valley Regional High School 156 Kelsey Hill Road, Deep River, CT, United States

    Con Brio presents two glorious, uplifting, at times somber, rousing, and patriotic concerts to celebrate our Nation’s 250th Birthday (1776-2026). These concerts feature a special program of All-American music with full orchestra and augmented brass section. Stars & Stripes Forever A choral celebration of our nation’s 250th birthday Featuring over 110 performers, with the Con Brio Chorus, the Con Brio Festival Orchestra, and with special guest Soprano and Tenor soloists, conducted by Dr. Chris Shepard on April 17, 2026 at 7 PM and April 19 2026 at 4 PM, Valley Regional High School, 256 Kelsey Hill Road, Deep River CT 06417. March The Stars & Stripes Forever, John Philip Sousa, USMC (orchestra) The National Anthem The Star-Spangled Banner, Smith, words Francis Scott Key, arr. Hayes (chorus and orchestra) The Testament of Freedom, Randall Thompson, words from Thomas Jefferson, (chorus and orchestra) I. A Summary View of the Rights of British America (1774) II. and III. Declaration of Causes and Necessity of Taking up Arms (July 6, 1775) IV. Letter to John Adams, (September 12, 1821) The Mansions of the Lord, Glennie-Smith, arr. Harlan & Rickets, words Wallace, (chorus and string orchestra) Battle Hymn of the Republic, Steffe, arr. Wilhousky, words […]

    $40

  • Chanticleer – the renowned “Orchestra of Voices” – in Concert at Essex Winter Series

    Valley Regional High School 156 Kelsey Hill Road, Deep River, CT, United States

    Having captivated audiences worldwide, Chanticleer – the Grammy® Award-winning choral ensemble of 12 male voices – again appears for an Essex Winter Series concert with a soaring, spellbinding program called Without A Song. The group notes that "Music can lead us to places we never expected. It can inspire us forward, or it can hold us back. Music’s power has been the subject of wonder and speculation for millenia. Its ability to influence people has been both lauded and derided. Music has been called both divine and diabolical. In Without a Song, Chanticleer explores music’s power throughout the ages. Repertoire includes Medieval and Renaissance motets by Guillaume de Machaut and Orlando di Lasso, a new work by the Grammy-nominated composer Ayanna Woods, and a new version of the jazz standard Without a Song, arranged for us by Stacey Gibbs." A not-to-miss event, this “orchestra of voices” will close the 49th EWS season on April 12, 2026, at Valley Regional High School in Deep River, CT.​ Concerts are on Sundays at 3 pm and are general admission. Adult - $45 / Student - $5. Discounted subscriptions are available as well. For information or tickets, visit www.essexwinterseries.com or call 860-272-4572. For all our venues, parking, entry and […]

    $45

  • Con Brio Christmas Concerts

    Valley Regional High School 156 Kelsey Hill Road, Deep River, CT, United States

    In celebration of Sir John Rutter’s 80th birthday, Con Brio presents Sir John Rutter’s Christmas. In the words of the New York Times, “John Rutter is the composer who owns Christmas” Con Brio’s Christmas Concerts with the Con Brio Festival Orchestra, and Con Brio Chorus, will be conducted by Dr. Chris Shepard. The guest soprano soloist is Louise Fauteux. Friday December 12, 2025 at 7.00 PM Sunday December 14, 2025 at 3.00 PM Save the date!  Tickets are $40 or $15 for students. Tickets will be available in September. Patrons are advised to purchase tickets early, as concerts sell out. The performance runs for about 2 hours, including intermission. The concerts feature the Rutter Magnificat, and many of Sir John’s best-loved carols, as well as traditional carol arrangements. This will include carols with audience participation. PROGRAM Fanfare: A Christmas Overture Magnificat, with Louise Fauteux, soprano INTERMISSION Carols Set I Christmas Night Shepherd’s pipe carol Nativity carol The Twelve days of Christmas (with audience) Fancies, with  Louise Fauteux, soprano Fancies is a cycle of six brief choral settings, created around whimsical themes and based on text from poets such as Shakespeare, Thomas Campion (1567–1620), Edward Lear (1812–1888) and others. Carols Set II Candlelight Carol What Sweeter Music Joy to the World (with audience) […]

    $40

  • “Carnival of the Animals” presented by Essex Winter Series

    Valley Regional High School 156 Kelsey Hill Road, Deep River, CT, United States

    Essex Winter Series welcomes the award-winning Terra String Quartet, who will grace the stage at Congregation Beth Shalom in Chester, CT for our third concert on March 9.

    Free