2026-2027 Music Season

Christian Sands Jazz Concert

Friday, October 16 at 7pm

Three-time GRAMMY Award-nominated pianist and composer Christian Sands showcases his inventive approach to jazz, blending tradition with a fresh, contemporary sound.

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The Riverside Strings and Bridgemusik Concert

Sunday, October 18 at 3pm

The Riverside Community String Ensemble joins guest artists on violin, flute, and cello for chamber and orchestral works, jazz standards, and a world premiere, by Michael Lebowitz.

This concert is presented free of charge. Tickets are not required.

The Phantom Returns: A Silent Film Organ Spectacular

Tuesday, October 27 at 7pm

Rupert Julian’s 1925 The Phantom of the Opera will be accompanied live at the organ by John Stafford, creating an extraordinary concert experience blending cinema and live music.

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Light Eternal: Duruflé’s Requiem for All Saints’ Day

Sunday, November 1 at 3pm

The Riverside Choir presents Maurice Duruflé’s Requiem, Op. 9, alongside Jeffrey Ames’s contemporary work In Remembrance.

This concert is presented free of charge. Tickets are not required.

Battle of the Organs

Sunday, November 15 at 3pm

Nathaniel Gumbs performs Poulenc’s beloved Organ Concerto, while Jonathan Mathis joins the Riverside Symphony for a rare concerto featuring the barrel organ.

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Organ Recital by Philippe Lefebvre

Tuesday, November 17 at 7pm

French concert organist Philippe Lefebvre performs a program showcasing the color, expression, and distinctive artistry of the French organ tradition.

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Candlelight Carol Festival

Sunday, December 13 at 4pm

This longstanding Riverside tradition combines carillon, organ, harp, and the choirs of The Riverside Church in a service of music and light, culminating in the sharing of candlelight throughout the Nave.

This concert is presented free of charge. Tickets are not required.

The Riverside Church School Christmas Pageant

Sunday, December 20 at 11am

Riverside Church School students share the story of Christmas in this annual holiday pageant, presented during the Sunday worship service.

Tickets are not required. All are welcome to worship at Riverside.

Christmas Eve Service for Children and Families

Thursday, December 24 at 4pm

Gather with children and families for a special Christmas Eve worship service at Riverside.

Tickets are not required. All are welcome to worship at Riverside.

Christmas Eve Service of Lessons and Carols

Thursday, December 24 at 7pm

Hear the Christmas story through scripture and song in this traditional service of Lessons and Carols.

Tickets are not required. All are welcome to worship at Riverside.

New Year’s Eve Watchnight Service

Thursday, December 31 at 7pm

Welcome the new year with carillon, organ music, prayer, and a special Watchnight Service featuring Riverside’s three organists. Organ prelude begins at 6pm.

Tickets are not required. All are welcome to worship at Riverside.

Brilliant Winds: Imani Winds in Concert

Sunday, January 10 at 3pm

Grammy Award-winning Imani Winds presents an exhilarating journey through diverse musical traditions, celebrating the color, character, and expressive power of the wind quintet.

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The Riverside Choir Cabaret

Sunday, January 31 at 3pm

Members of The Riverside Choir bring their extraordinary artistry and versatility to the stage in a vibrant program highlighting their musicianship beyond the liturgical setting.

This concert is presented free of charge. Tickets are not required.

“Wake Up Everybody”

Sunday, February 28 at 3pm

The Inspirational Choir presents an annual concert of song and prayer inviting us to engage with the changes happening in our world.

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Palm Sunday Worship Service

Sunday, March 21 at 11am

Join us for worship on Palm Sunday as we begin our journey through Holy Week.

Tickets are not required. All are welcome to worship at Riverside.

Maundy Thursday Tenebrae Service

Thursday, March 25 at 7:30pm

Mark Maundy Thursday with a reflective Tenebrae service of scripture, music, and worship.

Tickets are not required. All are welcome to worship at Riverside.

Good Friday Seven Last Words

Friday, March 26 at 12pm

Gather on Good Friday for worship centered on the seven last words of Christ.

Tickets are not required. All are welcome to worship at Riverside.

Easter Sunday Worship Service

Sunday, March 28 at 11am

Celebrate Easter Sunday with a festive worship service complete with choir, organ, and brass.

Tickets are not required. All are welcome to worship at Riverside.

Take 6 Concert at Riverside

Friday, April 16 at 7pm

Legendary a cappella ensemble Take 6 brings its distinctive blend of gospel, jazz, R&B, and pop to Riverside.

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The 48th Annual English Handbell Festival

Sunday, April 18 at 4pm

The annual English Handbell Festival brings together handbell musicians for an afternoon celebrating the artistry and versatility of the instrument. Prelude music begins at 3:15pm.

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Stephen Tharp Organ Recital

Tuesday, April 20 at 7pm

Internationally acclaimed organist Stephen Tharp returns to Riverside for a solo recital on the historic Aeolian-Skinner organ.

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Children’s Spring concert

Sunday, May 2 at 1pm

Riverside’s youth ensembles take the stage for a special spring concert celebrating their musical talents.

This concert is presented free of charge. Tickets are not required.

The Voice of Freedom: Dett’s The Ordering of Moses

Sunday, May 23 at 3pm

The Riverside Choir presents R. Nathaniel Dett’s The Ordering of Moses, accompanied by a full orchestra and Riverside’s historic organ.

This concert is presented free of charge. Tickets are not required.

Nathaniel Gumbs

Tuesday, June 15 at 7pm

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Jonathan Dimmock

Tuesday, June 22 at 7pm

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Amanda Renee Mole

Tuesday, June 29 at 7pm

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Jennifer Pascual

Tuesday, July 6 at 7pm

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Paul Byssainthe, Jr.

Tuesday, July 13 at 7pm

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