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Whitechapel Ringers of the United Presbyterian Church of Cortland--the largest handbell choir in Central New York--play their annual Christmas concert. Enjoy the ambiance of a church sanctuary decorated for Christmas and the warm sound of handbells ringing in the season. Free concert with contributions gratefully accepted for Hospicare and Palliative Services of Cortland and Tompkins County. Reception following; fully accessible facility.

The Dream Unfinished: The concert features exceptional contributions of Black composers of the Americas. The pieces provide messages of joy, celebration, perseverance and deep feeling.

Immerse yourself in local talent brought to you by the Finger Lakes!

ring ring…Rochester, New Hampshire, Catskills, FLX, New Hamster, you name it. Where art meets expression meets outta this world grooves; you won’t wanna miss this phone call!

The Smith Opera House presents the Winter Cabaret Series. Every other week, a band/artist will take over the Cabaret for a musical showcase. Grab a drink, some free popcorn, and relax as you immerse yourself in the local talent brought to you by the Finger Lakes!

This is an 18+ event.

Direct from its Off-Broadway season, A Taste of Ireland – The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, presents its holiday spectacular, "A Celtic Christmas." Prepare to be enchanted with some of the world’s finest Irish dancers and musicians bringing the spirit of Christmas to life, in a show that will make you laugh, cry, and sing into the night.

After captivating audiences across the globe, "A Celtic Christmas" by A Taste of Ireland returns to the USA this festive season following a highly successful 2024 touring season. Experience the magic as world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups, acapella tap battles, and heartwarming storytelling in one truly unforgettable performance.

Featuring former World Irish dance champions and stars from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance, "A Celtic Christmas" delivers a holiday spectacular packed with Irish wit, traditional tunes and heartfelt ballads, alongside all your favorite carols. The show’s exciting mix of electrifying rhythms and extraordinary talent promises an evening brimming with Irish charm and enthralling entertainment, all in one powerhouse event.

Immerse yourself in a traditional Celtic landscape and let the magic of an Irish Christmas transport you to a world filled with excitement and wonder, where vibrant music and dance embody the heartbeat of the festive season.

With over 150 5-star Facebook reviews and more than 150,000 followers, "A Celtic Christmas" by A Taste of Ireland promises 100% live singing and dancing as it bridges the gap between energetic folk music, Irish dance, and modern tap styles.

Don’t miss your chance to see this magical show as it tours the USA for a strictly limited season. Get your tickets now before they sell out.

**Musical instruments are subject to change from performance to performance.

Singer, songwriter, music producer, visual artist, and writer Neko Case is the consummate career artist — fearless and versatile, with a fierce work ethic and a constant drive to search deeper within herself for creative growth. “One of America’s best and most ambitious singer-songwriters” (Rolling Stone) and “essentially peerless” (NPR), Case has long been revered as one of music’s most influential artists, whose authenticity, lyrical storytelling, and sly wit have endeared her to a legion of critics, musicians, and lifelong fans.

In addition to numerous acclaimed and GRAMMY-nominated solo records, Case is a founding member of Canadian supergroup The New Pornographers. She is the author of The New York Times bestselling memoir ‘The Harder I Fight the More I Love You’ and the weekly Substack newsletter ‘Entering The Lung,’ and is currently composing the musical theater adaptation of the Academy Award-winning motion picture ‘Thelma & Louise.’

$1 from every ticket will go to Peer Solutions and support their positive youth leadership and development program designed to prevent harm before it begins and engage lifetime ambassadors of positive change (www.peersolutions.org).

Yarn's lead singer and songwriter, Blake Christiana, will perform an intimate solo concert in Unity Hall's Hinge Parlor.

Blake Christiana's powerful delivery on both poignant and irreverent, freewheeling songs and his band's exceptional musicianship made Yarn's August 2025 concert one of the best we've ever presented.

Our unique space and great audience made the Hall a place Blake and his bandmates are eager to play again. But Yarn is a band in demand with a very active tour schedule, so it will be some time before we can get them back.

Fortunately for us — and you — Christiana's full-range songwriting command and his between-song stories also make his solo performances amazing musical experiences, especially in settings as wonderful as Unity Hall's Hinge Parlor.

Blake is excited to perform an intimate solo concert for you at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30. Seating for this special concert is limited. $25 Unity Hall Member and $30 nonmember tickets are available now exclusively through Humanitix.

Taking Traditional Irish Music to a Whole New Level! — Irish Music Magazine

The Byrne Brothers are a multi-award-winning Donegal band, now electrifying audiences across the USA with their ‘Next Generation Irish Trad, Folk and Dance Music.” ​With over 250,000 social media followers and an impressive 50 million video views, The Byrne Brothers are among the most followed Irish music bands in the world. Their powerful headlining performances at the biggest Irish festivals across the USA create an unforgettable feel-good energy that leaves audiences on their feet and coming back for more.
​Meet the Band

Luca – Button Accordion
Finn – Banjo, Guitar, Irish Dance
Dempsey – Bodhrán, Whistle, Vocals
Tommy – Uilleann Pipes, Fiddle, Guitar, Whistles, Bagpipes
​Major Achievements

Young Artist Academy® Award from Hollywood for – Outstanding Music Ensemble
Rising Stars of the Year – American Celtic Radio
Youngest Ever Entertainers in the history of Walt Disney World
Performed in 49 U.S. States

Experience the haunting masterpiece The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari with live accompaniment by the Cloud Chamber Orchestra! Return to 1920 with the defining masterpiece of German Expressionism that revolutionized film history. This haunting tale is still as chilling and mesmerizing today as it was over a century ago!

This event features live musical accompaniment by the acclaimed Cloud Chamber Orchestra performing as a trio. Renowned for their inventive and improvisational scores, the ensemble will enhance the action-packed drama with a captivating live performance, bringing this classic film to life in a whole new way.

Runtime: 1 hour, 7 minutes
Not Rated

Tradition meets the outer edges for an evening of Cosmic Twang Guitars on Fire: Molly Tuttle & Marty Stuart Live in Concert. Country Music Hall of Famer and torchbearer of twang, Marty Stuart, joins Grammy-winning bluegrass trailblazer Molly Tuttle for a co-headline performance that bridges decades of roots music and boldly launches it into the galaxy. Stuart’s rich legacy of honky-tonk, rockabilly, and cosmic country fusion with his band, The Fabulous Superlatives, intertwining with Tuttle and her Trio’s visionary songwriting, virtuosic guitar work, and boundary-pushing bluegrass, this show promises a soundtrack of tradition, evolution, and pure cosmic magic. Expect blazing instrumentation, harmonies that shimmer like stardust, and two of American music’s most compelling voices sharing one stage for a transcendent musical journey.

Tickets go on sale Friday, 11/14 at 10 a.m.
Member pre-sale Thursday, 11/13 at 10 a.m.