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Of Harvest and All Hallows

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Traverse a festive performance of mystical music, tales, & traditions of the season. Music by Saint-Saën, Debussy, CPE Bach, Piazzola, &more

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Traverse the deeply rooted traditions of the season, especially Harvest, Hallowe’en, Samhain, and Day of the Dead/All Souls Day, with this multidisciplinary presentation. Through music, history, and story we will move through sites indoors and outdoors, with a Dance Macabre in the cemetery, a traditional Celtic tune by the fire, a character-filled tango, and Bach by candlelight in the church. Performer Melissa Richmond will present works composed and arranged for solo flute, accompanied by stories and history about these traditions. Music by Saint-Saën, Doppler, Debussy, CPE Bach, Piazzola and more. Following the presentation there will be an opportunity for questions, treats, a warm drink, and a traditional Hallowe’en activity or two. Costumes are welcome.

This event is funded in part by the NH State Council on the Arts, made possible with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts Regional Touring Program.

In the event of inclement weather all parts of the show will be moved indoors. Fire pit and outdoor heater will be used if temperature outdoors is chilly – dress for the outdoors temperature.

Reservations in advance are appreciated so we can plan for treats and seats for all those planning to attend. Tickets are by sliding scale donation, feel free to register for free in advance and make a contribution at the door for those able.

Claremont Taiko Club Open Rehearsal

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WCCMA is offering a 2-day workshop of the Claremont taiko club during this fall’s 3-day residency with Burlington Taiko Group. Activities will be in the late afternoon and evening. No experience is necessary (join the Intro class before our first session to learn the basics)! Participants will be able to join in a performance during the 2023 spring/summer season, and be able to participate in making a Japanese taiko drum for the club over the winter.

Presented by Presented by West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts, in collaboration with Claremont Parks and Recreation. This event is funded in part by the NH State Council on the Arts and the New England States Touring program of the New England Foundation for the Arts, made possible with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts Regional Touring Program and the six New England state arts agencies.

Introduction to Japanese Taiko Workshop

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Learn the basics to Japanese Taiko Drumming with Sensei Stuart Paton of the Burlington Taiko Group. Participants will have the options of participating in the Claremont Taiko Club during the 3 day residency. This workshop is open to all ages and abilities.

Presented by West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts, in collaboration with Claremont Parks and Recreation. This event is funded in part by the NH State Council on the Arts and the New England States Touring program of the New England Foundation for the Arts, made possible with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts Regional Touring Program and the six New England state arts agencies.