PROJECTS & CONCERTS
Our performances combine imagery, art, data, and music to cultivate environmental stewardship and raise awareness of the impacts climate change is having on Midcoast Maine. Performances are often designed in collaboration with local partner organizations and the community.
Our performances combine imagery, art, data, and music to cultivate environmental stewardship and raise awareness of the impacts climate change is having on Midcoast Maine. Performances are often designed in collaboration with local partner organizations and the community.
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MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS | October 11 at 3PM
Portsmouth Public Library, Portsmouth NH Join us in the Levenson Room at the Portsmouth Public Library for Halcyon’s third annual family performance features Robert McCloskey’s beloved children’s book, Make Way for Ducklings. In collaboration with actor Luke Fatora, Halcyon combines music, story, and illustration in an engaging performance for all ages. Musical selections include classical favorites and Halcyon String Quartet’s lively renditions of folk tunes and nostalgic songs from childhood. More information here, registration is not required! |
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REALIZED | November 1 at 5:30 & 6:30PM
Portland Museum of Art, Portland ME Realized combines stop-motion animation with live string quartet music to imagine our collective future. With animated films and stories inspired by a series of workshops with Maine high school students, Realized amplifies the artwork and voices of young people as they reflect on the present and imagine what a resilient, sustainable, and equitable future on this planet could look like 50 years from now. Featuring folk tunes and music by Caroline Shaw and Philip Glass, Realized is a creative, honest, and hopeful multimedia program exploring our potential to enact meaningful change in our communities. This program is FREE! Learn more here. |
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REALIZED | November 2 at 7PM
Robinhood Free Meetinghouse, Georgetown, ME We're thrilled to return to the Robinhood Free Meetinghouse for Realized! Join us upstairs at 7PM for music and stop-motion film. The doors open at 6PM for food and drinks. Periwinkle Pie Co. will be back with their mouthwatering selection of hand pies available in a variety of savory and sweet flavors. There will be wine, beer, and sodas for sale so come early for a spot of dinner, drinks, and conviviality! Tickets are $20 and kids under 13 are free. Click here for tickets and more info! |
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FIRESIDE SESSIONS | November 3 at 5PM Tenderwild Farm, Rockport, ME Celebrate the fall time with Halcyon at the gorgeous Tenderwild Farm. Fireside Sessions promises to be a cozy and festive evening of live music featuring the Danish String Quartet's arrangements of folk tunes from Scandinavia and Northern Europe alongside music by Caroline Shaw. The program will last just under an hour, the farm store will be open, and the woodstove will be burning! |
Past performances
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LIME CITY | August 30 at 7PM
Steel House, Rockland ME Written and filmed by Luke Fatora, Lime City combines Halcyon's live music with synchronized film and historical context to celebrate the city of Rockland and reflect on how its maritime histories and many industries have shaped its identity. Performed at the water's edge with the Rockland Harbor as a backdrop, this performance will take place outside at the Steel House amphitheater in downtown Rockland. In addition to featuring folk tunes and music by Erik Satie, Philip Glass, and Florence Price, the performance premieres a new work by Rockland City Councilor, Nathan Davis. No tickets needed, admission is by donation. |
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MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS | August 4 at 4PM Chebeague Community Church, Chebeague Island Halcyon’s third annual family performance features Robert McCloskey’s beloved children’s book, Make Way for Ducklings. In collaboration with local actor Ben Meader, Halcyon combines music, story, and illustration in an engaging performance for all ages. Musical selections include classical favorites and Halcyon String Quartet’s lively renditions of folk tunes and nostalgic songs from childhood. REALIZED | August 3 at 7PM Broad Bay Church, Waldoboro ME Realized combines stop-motion animation with live string quartet music to imagine our collective future. With animated films and stories inspired by a series of workshops with Maine high school students, Realized amplifies the artwork and voices of young people as they reflect on the present and imagine what a resilient, sustainable, and equitable future on this planet could look like 50 years from now. Admission is by donation - all are welcome! MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS | July 18 at 7PM Waterman's Community Center, North Haven Island, ME Halcyon’s third annual family performance features Robert McCloskey’s beloved children’s book, Make Way for Ducklings. Halcyon combines music, story, and illustration in an engaging performance for all ages. Musical selections include classical favorites and Halcyon String Quartet’s lively renditions of folk tunes and nostalgic songs from childhood. |
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1492 at Maine International Film Festival! Waterville Opera House, Waterville Our first stop-motion animated film, called 1492 is an official selection of the Maine International Film Festival! Come watch a screening alongside eight other fantastic Maine Shorts on July 17th or 20th at 4PM. Tickets here. |
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REALIZED | July 17 at 7PM Blue Hill Public Library, Blue Hill Realized combines stop-motion animation with live string quartet music to imagine our collective future. With animated films and stories inspired by a series of workshops with Maine high school students, Realized amplifies the artwork and voices of young people as they reflect on the present and imagine what a resilient, sustainable, and equitable future on this planet could look like 50 years from now. The program will feature folk tunes and music by Caroline Shaw, J.S. Bach, Villa-Lobos, Philip Glass. This program is free and open to all! Click here for more information. |
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REALIZED @ MIFF | July 16 at 5PM Greene Block & Studios, Waterville, ME Halcyon is thrilled to present Realized at the MAINE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL! Realized combines stop-motion animation with live string quartet music to imagine our collective future. With animated films and stories inspired by a series of workshops with Maine high school students, Realized amplifies the artwork and voices of young people as they reflect on the present and imagine what a resilient, sustainable, and equitable future on this planet could look like 50 years from now. Featuring folk tunes and music by Caroline Shaw, and Philip Glass, Realized is a creative, honest, and hopeful multimedia program exploring the potential we all have to enact meaningful change in our communities. This performance is free but reservations are required. |
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REALIZED | July 14 at 4PM First Parish UU Church "Sunday Series", Kennebunk, ME Realized combines stop-motion animation with live string quartet music to imagine our collective future. With animated films and stories inspired by a series of workshops with Maine high school students, Realized amplifies the artwork and voices of young people as they reflect on the present and imagine what a resilient, sustainable, and equitable future on this planet could look like 50 years from now. The program will feature folk tunes and music by Caroline Shaw, J.S. Bach, Villa-Lobos, Philip Glass. In addition, Halcyon is thrilled to collaborate with pianist Chris Staknys for the finale from Robert Schumann's beloved piano quintet. All are welcome, a donation of $25 is requested. |
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MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS | July 13 at 11AM Islesboro Community Center, Islesboro ME Halcyon’s third annual family performance features Robert McCloskey’s beloved children’s book, Make Way for Ducklings. In collaboration with local actor Ben Meader, Halcyon combines music, story, and illustration in an engaging performance for all ages. Musical selections include classical favorites and Halcyon String Quartet’s lively renditions of folk tunes and nostalgic songs from childhood. Stay tuned for more info! |
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MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS | July 12 at 7PM Orono Performing Arts Center, Orono ME Join Halcyon at the Orono Arts Fest for their third annual family performance! This year's lively musical rendition of Robert McCloskey’s beloved Make Way for Ducklings brings the adventures of Mr. and Mrs. Mallard (and Jack, Kack, Lack, Mack, Nack, Oack, Pack, and Quack!) to life. In collaboration with actor Ben Meader, Halcyon combines music, story, and illustration for an hour of joy, humor, storytelling, and beautiful music. Designed for children of all ages, musical selections include classical favorites, folk tunes, and nostalgic songs from childhood. Tickets are $5-$15, click here to reserve. |
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MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS | July 9 at 7PM Stonington Opera House Live! for $5 Join Halcyon for their third annual family performance! This year's lively musical rendition of Robert McCloskey’s beloved Make Way for Ducklings brings the adventures of Mr. and Mrs. Mallard (and Jack, Kack, Lack, Mack, Nack, Oack, Pack, and Quack!) to life. In collaboration with actor Ben Meader, Halcyon combines music, story, and illustration for an hour of joy, humor, storytelling, and beautiful music. Designed for children of all ages, musical selections include classical favorites, folk tunes, and nostalgic songs from childhood. Tickets are $5, click here to reserve. |
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REALIZED | May 4 at 7:30PM
Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki, Wiscasset ME Realized combines stop-motion animation with live string quartet music to imagine our collective future. With animated films and stories inspired by a series of workshops with Maine high school students, Realized amplifies the artwork and voices of young people as they reflect on the present and imagine what a resilient, sustainable, and equitable future on this planet could look like 50 years from now. Featuring folk tunes and music by Caroline Shaw and Philip Glass, Realized is a creative, honest, and hopeful multimedia program exploring the potential we all have to enact meaningful change in our communities. Admission is free, but please RSVP here! |
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REALIZED | May 3 at 5:30PM
The Telling Room, Portland ME Halcyon is excited to partner with The Telling Room for this performance featuring readings by students from The Telling Room alongside Halcyon's Realized. With animated films and stories inspired by a series of workshops with Maine high school students, Realized amplifies the artwork and voices of young people as they reflect on the present and imagine what a resilient, sustainable, and equitable future on this planet could look like 50 years from now. Featuring folk tunes and music by Caroline Shaw and Philip Glass, Realized is a creative, honest, and hopeful multimedia program exploring the potential we all have to enact meaningful change in our communities. Join us for a discussion and workshop following the performance. This event is FREE - no registration required. |
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REALIZED | May 2 at 7PM The Climate Initiative | The Atlantic Hall, Cape Porpoise ME Realized combines stop-motion animation with live string quartet music to imagine our collective future. With animated films and stories inspired by a series of workshops with Maine high school students, Realized amplifies the artwork and voices of young people as they reflect on the present and imagine what a resilient, sustainable, and equitable future on this planet could look like 50 years from now. Featuring folk tunes and music by Caroline Shaw, J.S. Bach, and Philip Glass, Realized is a creative, honest, and hopeful multimedia program exploring the potential we all have to enact meaningful change in our communities. Click here for tickets. |
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TIPPING POINTS | April 19 at 7PM
Wellesley College, Houghton Chapel, Wellesley MA Join Halcyon for Tipping Points, a 60-minute multimedia performance combining live string quartet music with synchronous live action and animated film. Through an exploration of the environmental, social, and economic drivers of climate change, audiences will reflect on the ways that the media, economy, and persistent messaging around sustainability, growth, and the future shape our everyday behavior. Tipping Points features music by Rafiq Bhatia, Caroline Shaw, Hildegard von Bingen, Max Richter, and Bartok. The performance will be followed by a discussion and Q&A. |
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MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS | April 6 at 3PM The Colonial Theater, Belfast ME Halcyon’s third annual family performance features Robert McCloskey’s beloved children’s book, Make Way for Ducklings. In collaboration with local actor Ben Meader, Halcyon combines music, story, and illustration in an engaging performance for all ages. Musical selections include classical favorites and Halcyon String Quartet’s lively renditions of folk tunes and nostalgic songs from childhood. Click here for tickets! |
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MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS | April 6 at 10AM Waldoboro Public Library, Waldoboro ME Join us at the Waldoboro Public Library for this fun and interactive story time! Through music and lively storytelling, Halcyon will celebrate Robert McCloskey's beautiful illustrations and bring the story of Make Way for Ducklings alive! The musicians will lead an instrument petting zoo afterwards for anyone interested. |
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MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS | April 5 at 7PM Lincoln Theater, Damariscotta ME Halcyon’s third annual family performance features Robert McCloskey’s beloved children’s book, Make Way for Ducklings. In collaboration with local actor Ben Meader, Halcyon combines music, story, and illustration in an engaging performance for all ages. Musical selections include classical favorites and Halcyon String Quartet’s lively renditions of folk tunes and nostalgic songs from childhood. Click here for tickets! |
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MIDDAY MUSIC | February 14 at 1PM
Union Hall, Rockport ME Join Halcyon on Valentine's Day for Bay Chamber's Midday Music series. This warm and joyous program features Haydn’s String Quartet in G Major, Op. 76, No. 1, nicknamed “jack-in-the-box” after its surprising finale ending. Additional works include Nat King Cole's L-O-V-E, folk music by the Danish String Quartet, Thiele & Weiss's Wonderful World, music by Kenji Bunch and more. Click here for tickets and more information. |
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TO MAINE, WITH LOVE | Collaboration with Luke Fatora & Down East Singers | December 8 and 10
Thomaston | Rockport This collaborative project features the world premiere of Marianna Filippi’s To Maine, With Love, commissioned by Down East Singers in celebration of Maine’s bicentennial. Scored for string quartet, accordion, piano, and chorus, and with lyrics by Maine poet Megan Grumbling, the new work will be accompanied by synchronous film created by filmmaker Luke Fatora. Additional music and accompanying film will celebrate Maine through imagery that explores how the state’s geologic history has shaped its present identity and landscape. Click here for more info. |
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LIME CITY with Take 4 | Common House Concerts | Belfast
Sunday, November 19, 7PM Join Take 4 for their performance of “Lime City,” a multimedia performance combining live string music with a series of playful short films. Filmed and created by Take 4 violinist, Luke Fatora, “Lime City” features film footage of Rockland that is intricately synchronized with live music to explore how Rockland’s many industries have shaped the city into what it is today. The musical program includes traditional folk tunes alongside the group’s own arrangements of works by Erik Satie, Philip Glass, and Florence Price. To register and learn more, click here |
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GATHER | Sunday, October 22 | 4PM Searsmont Town Library
Halcyon presents Gather at the Searsmont Town Library in Searsmont on Sunday, October 22 at 4PM. This multimedia performance combines recorded audio with live music to reflect on action, hopefulness, and imagination as it relates to the climate crisis. Having repeatedly heard from audience members that opportunities to focus on climate action are often missing from the climate crisis narrative, "Gather" explores these actions through music and the sounds of our community voices. In addition to featuring recorded testimonies, Halcyon will perform music that is joyful, contemplative, and nostalgic - reminding us of the power of a collective community. The performance is free and all are welcome. |
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TIPPING POINTS | Saturday, October 21 | 4PM | The Neighborhood House, Northeast Harbor
Join Halcyon for Tipping Points, a 60-minute multimedia performance combining live string quartet music with audio recordings of community voices and film. Through an exploration of the environmental, social, and economic drivers of climate change, audiences will reflect on the ways that the media, economy, and persistent messaging around sustainability, growth, and the future shape our everyday behavior. The performance embraces the opportunity to gather and reflect together on community-based climate action through music and the sounds of community voices reflecting on what a resilient future looks like in Maine. In addition to featuring film and recorded testimonies, Halcyon will perform music that is joyful, contemplative, and nostalgic - reminding us of the power of collective community and shared emotion. The performance will be followed by a brief discussion and Q&A. |
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GETTING ONBOARD: Facing Climate Change in Waldo County | Thursday, October 19 | 7PM | Belfast Boat House, Belfast
In collaboration with ecologist Janet McMahon and Coastal Mountains Land Trust, this multimedia performance combines live music, imagery, science, and spoken word to explore the impacts of climate change in Waldo County. It examines landscape diversity, present and future climate projections, and ideas around increasing ecological and community resilience. In addition to a presentation by Janet McMahon and Halcyon's live string quartet music, the presentation will feature audio recordings of community voices as they collectively respond to the challenges and opportunities that climate change inspires. No tickets are required and all are welcome. This event is sponsored by Coastal Mountains Land Trust (CMLT), Belfast Bay Watershed Coalition (BBWC), Belfast Community Co-op, and the City of Belfast. |
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CLIMATE AID: THE VOICE OF THE FOREST | Sunday, October 15 | 7PM | Merrill Auditorium, Portland
Halcyon joins this incredible lineup for an evening of music, poetry, art and advocacy. Join us alongside GRAMMY® Award-nominated producer/songwriter/performer Maggie Rogers on the Black Ram guitar, 2022 NPR Tiny Desk concert winner Alisa Amador, poet Beth Ann Fennelly, and environmental legends Bill McKibben, Terry Tempest Williams, and Rick Bass. The performance will benefit the creative grassroots environmental movement to protect the ancient “Black Ram” forest in Montana’s Yaak Valley as well as all remaining mature and old-growth forests on U.S. public lands. Tickets available here. |
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GATHER - in loving memory of Deborah McKean
Sunday, July 30 | Broad Bay Church, Waldoboro | 7PM This multimedia performance combines recorded audio with live music to reflect on action, hopefulness, and imagination as it relates to the climate crisis. Having repeatedly heard from audience members that opportunities to focus on climate action are often missing from the climate crisis narrative, "Gather" explores these actions through the sounds of our community voices. In addition to featuring these recorded testimonies, Halcyon's music will be joyful, contemplative, and nostalgic - reminding us of the power of a collective community. Admission is by donation at the door. All are welcome! |
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WONDERFUL WORLD
Saturday, July 29 | Chebeague Community Church | 4PM Hosted by the MacBeth Concert Series, Halcyon returns to Chebeague for their second annual family performance! In collaboration with actor Ben Meader and vocalist Kaylee Kazadi, we combine music and story to celebrate two of Maine’s most beloved children’s book authors and illustrators: Ashley Bryan and Robert McCloskey. The show features Robert McCloskey’s, Blueberries for Sal alongside illustrations from Ashley Bryan’s Wonderful World, and Let it Shine. Musical selections include, “This Little Light of Mine,” “Wonderful World,” and many other favorite tunes from childhood and beyond. This event is FREE but donations are always welcome! Click here for more info. |
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BURT DOW, DEEP-WATER MAN
Friday, July 28 | Boothbay Sea and Science Center | The Boat Shed | 12 Carter Rd., Boothbay | 7PM Halcyon returns to the Boothbay Sea and Science Center to present a musical rendition of Robert McCloskey’s, “Burt Dow, Deep-Water Man,” a whale of a tale told in the classic tradition! Narrated by Ben Meader, the performance features projections of McCloskey’s iconic artwork alongside Halcyon’s arrangements of musical favorites “Beyond the Sea,” “Baby Beluga,” “Down by the Bay,” and “Fly Me to the Moon'' among many others. The wit-filled, dramatic performance is suitable for all ages and will include projections, live music, and plenty of suspense. |
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TIPPING POINTS with Bigelow CEO, Dr. Deborah Bronk
Cafe Sci | Tuesday, July 11 | Bigelow Labs, East Boothbay | 5PM Join Halcyon for Tipping Points: a 60-minute multimedia performance combining live string quartet music with synchronous film. The performance explores the environmental, social, and economic drivers of climate change while encouraging audiences to reflect on the ways that the media, economy, and persistent messaging around sustainability, growth, and the future shape our everyday behavior. Tipping Points will feature music by Rafiq Bhatia, Caroline Shaw, Hildegard von Bingen, Beethoven, and Bartok alongside film by Rockland-based videographer and musician, Luke Fatora. The program will begin with a brief talk by Dr. Deborah Bronk, president and CEO of Bigelow Laboratory. It will conclude with an audience discussion and Q&A. This event is free, but registration is required. Click here to register. |
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WONDERFUL WORLD with KATE QUINN!
Monday, July 10 | Waterman's Community Center, North Haven | 7PM Halcyon returns to North Haven for their second annual family performance! In collaboration with North Haven's own Kate Quinn, we combine music and story to celebrate two of Maine’s most beloved children’s book authors and illustrators: Ashley Bryan and Robert McCloskey. The show features Robert McCloskey’s, Blueberries for Sal alongside illustrations from Ashley Bryan’s Wonderful World, and Let it Shine. Musical selections include, “This Little Light of Mine,” “Wonderful World,” and many other favorite tunes from childhood and beyond. |
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TIPPING POINTS
Sunday, July 9 | Deertrees Theatre, Harrison | 4PM Halcyon partners with the Center for Ecology-Based Economy for this performance of Tipping Points. The performance explores the environmental, social, and economic drivers of climate change while encouraging audiences to reflect on the ways that the media, economy, and persistent messaging around sustainability, growth, and the future shape our everyday behavior. Tipping Points will feature music byRafiq Bhatia, Caroline Shaw, Hildegard von Bingen, Beethoven, and Bartok alongside film by Rockland-based videographer and musician, Luke Fatora. The program will conclude with an audience discussion and Q&A. Click here for tickets and more information. |
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TIPPING POINTS
Saturday, July 8 | The Waldo, Waldoboro | 7:30PM Join Halcyon for Tipping Points: a 60-minute multimedia performance combining live string quartet music with synchronous film. The performance explores the environmental, social, and economic drivers of climate change while encouraging audiences to reflect on the ways that the media, economy, and persistent messaging around sustainability, growth, and the future shape our everyday behavior. Tipping Points will feature music by Rafiq Bhatia, Caroline Shaw, Hildegard von Bingen, Beethoven, and Bartok alongside film by Rockland-based videographer and musician, Luke Fatora. Click here for tickets and more information. |
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TIPPING POINTS
Friday, July 7 | The Great Hall, Portland Museum of Art | 6PM Join Halcyon at the PMA for this FREE performance of Tipping Points. The performance explores the environmental, social, and economic drivers of climate change while encouraging audiences to reflect on the ways that the media, economy, and persistent messaging around sustainability, growth, and the future shape our everyday behavior. Tipping Points will feature music by Rafiq Bhatia, Caroline Shaw, Hildegard von Bingen, Beethoven, and Bartok alongside film by Rockland-based videographer and musician, Luke Fatora. The program will conclude with an audience discussion and Q&A. The performance is offered free as part of the museum's Free Friday series. Click here for more info. |
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DENMARK ARTS CENTER CHAMBER SERIES
Sunday, June 11 | 3PM | Denmark Join Halcyon for a joyful afternoon of chamber music at the Denmark Arts Center. The program will feature Dvorak's "American Quartet" alongside traditional folk tunes and music by Mozart, Piazzolla, and Caroline Shaw. Click here for tickets and more information. |
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Midday Music
Wednesday, May 10 | Union Hall, Rockport | 1PM Halcyon performs at Bay Chamber's Midday Music Series. The program will center around Antonin Dvorak's melodious "American" Quartet, and will also feature a multimedia set with film by videographer Luke Fatora. |
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TIPPING POINTS
Friday, May 5 | Greene Block + Studios, Waterville | 6:30PM Pizza & Discussion | 7:30PM Performance Join Halcyon for Tipping Points: a 60-minute multimedia performance combining live string quartet music with synchronous film. The performance explores the environmental, social, and economic drivers of climate change while encouraging audiences to reflect on the ways that the media, economy, and persistent messaging around sustainability, growth, and the future shape our everyday behavior. Tipping Points will feature music by Rafiq Bhatia, Caroline Shaw, Hildegard von Bingen, Beethoven, and Bartok alongside film by Rockland-based videographer and musician, Luke Fatora. |
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RISE UP! PORTLAND
Thursday, May 4 | Gulf of Maine Research Institute | 6PM Halcyon and video artist Luke Fatora team up with GMRI for a deep dive into the impacts sea level rise is having on Portland’s environment, infrastructure, and community. By combining film with music and science, this multimedia performance inspires dialogue, understanding, and awareness. The program will conclude with a panel discussion and Q&A with Halcyon and the staff and scientists at GMRI. Register HERE! |
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WONDERFUL WORLD STORY HOUR
Saturday, April 8 | Waldoboro Public Library | 10AM In this fun, interactive story time, Halcyon uses music to celebrate two of Maine’s most beloved children’s book authors and illustrators: Ashley Bryan and Robert McCloskey. This story hour features Robert McCloskey’s “Blueberries for Sal” alongside Ashley Bryan’s “Wonderful World,” and “Let it Shine.” The musicians will lead an instrument petting zoo afterwards for anyone interested! Click here for more information. |
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WONDERFUL WORLD
Friday, April 7 | The Waldo, Waldoboro | 1PM Matinee & 7:00 PM Join us at the Waldo for our second annual family performance! In collaboration with actor Ben Meader and singer Kaylee Kazadi, we combine music and story to celebrate two of Maine’s most beloved children’s book authors and illustrators: Ashley Bryan and Robert McCloskey. The show features Robert McCloskey’s, Blueberries for Sal alongside illustrations from Ashley Bryan’s Wonderful World, and Let it Shine. Musical selections include, “This Little Light of Mine,” “Wonderful World,” and many other favorite tunes from childhood and beyond. Click here for tickets. |
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GLOBAL TRADE & POLITICS: MANAGING TURBULENCE
36th Annual Camden Conference Friday, February 17 | Camden Opera House, Camden Maine | 7:30 PM Take 4 will open the 36th annual Camden Conference with a multimedia work that combines live music and film by Luke Fatora to explore the supply chain and our own habits of consumption. Set to their own arrangement of Philip Glass’s Etude No. 9, the five minute piece inspires audiences to reflect on their own patterns of consumption and our collective dependence on globalization, transportation, fossil fuels, and a functional supply chain. |
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GETTING ON BOARD: FACING CLIMATE CHANGE IN LINCOLN COUNTY
Saturday, February 4 | The Waldo, Waldoboro | 4PM In collaboration with Midcoast Conservancy and ecologist Janet McMahon, this multimedia performance combines live music, imagery, science, and spoken word to explore the impacts of climate change in Lincoln County. It examines landscape diversity, present and future climate projections, and ideas around increasing ecological and community resilience. Halcyon’s performance will feature a variety of music including excerpts from a newly commissioned work for string quartet and narrator by composer Nathan Davis and featuring narrator David Troup. The work incorporates the perspectives and reflections from members of our community as we collectively respond to the challenges and opportunities that climate change inspires. Click here to purchase tickets. |
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AFTER ALL - with narrator David Troup
Thursday, February 2 | 15 Front St., Belfast | 7PM | Suggested donation $20 Halcyon partners with the United Farmers Market of Maine for this cozy winter performance featuring After All - a moving piece for string quartet and narrator composed for Halcyon in 2022 by Rockland-based composer Nathan Davis. Through music and spoken word, After All contemplates the trajectories of our world while reflecting on life in the midst of a pandemic. It uses the words of friends and community members to reflect on the new realities of our world and the vulnerability and resilience of our humanity in the face of climate change. The evening will also feature a variety of short pieces including Danish folk tunes, Bach’s Goldberg Variations, and excerpts from Caroline Shaw's Plan & Elevation. |
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THIS IS WHAT ADVOCACY SOUNDS LIKE
Maine Conservation Voters Lunch n' Learn Friday, January 20 | 12-1PM on Zoom Join Halcyon's artistic director, Sophie Davis and composer (and former Rockland City Council member) Nathan Davis to explore how the arts can strengthen communities, advance social justice, and sustain a strong, resilient climate movement. Register here. |
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GLENN JENKS RAGTIME REVUE
October 23, 2022 | 2 PM Rockport Opera House, Rockport Halcyon performs at the annual Glenn Jenks Ragtime Review featuring a variety of musicians from across the state of Maine. General admission tickets can be purchased at the door. $20 Adults/ $10 Students. |
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I heART Ocean
October 22 | 5PM JCA Building 1342 Congress Street, Portland Halcyon will perform in collaboration with the National Water Dance Projects at artist Pam Ferris-Olsen's Portland exhibition "I heART Ocean." The event begins at 1PM with art installations, speakers, videos and discussions reflecting on oceans and climate. Halcyon and National Water Dance will partner for a collaborative multimedia performance from 5-6PM. General admission $10, with performance $25 Full schedule is here, and click here to purchase tickets. |
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AFTER ALL with David Troup
October 21, 2022 | 7 PM Rockland Featuring the full premiere of After All - a beautiful and moving piece for string quartet and narrator composed for Halcyon in 2021 by Rockland-based composer Nathan Davis. Through music and spoken word, this piece contemplates the trajectories of our world while reflecting on life in the midst of a pandemic. It uses the words of friends and community members to reflect on the new realities of our world and the vulnerability and resilience of our humanity in the face of climate change.The evening will also feature a collection of Danish folk tunes and Bach's Goldberg Variations. The program is free, but we will accept donations at the door. To learn more information and reserve your spot, email [email protected]. |
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LIVE! FOR $5: BURT DOWN, DEEP-WATER MAN
September 17, 2022 | 7 PM Stonington Opera House, Stonington A lively retelling of Robert McCloskey's beloved Burt Dow Deep-Water Man. This whale of a tale tells the story of a Maine fisherman who heads out to sea and encounters an unlikely situation with a school of whales. The wit-filled, dramatic performance will include projections, live music, and plenty of suspense! Suitable for all ages! CLICK HERE for ticket information. |
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RISE UP! at SEA STATE SERIES
Wednesday, August 31 | 5-7:30 PM Gulf of Maine Research Institute, Portland ME Halcyon and video artist Luke Fatora will join GMRI's Municipal Climate Action Program Manager, Gayle Bowness, for a dive into the impacts of sea-level rise on coastal and island communities. Their performance of Rise Up! examines sea-level rise impacts on the communities of Vinalhaven, North Haven, and Rockland, each communities where Gayle has facilitated resilience-planning efforts. Click here to register. |
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HALCYON at SCHOODIC INSTITUTE
August 27, 2022 | 6:00 PM Schoodic Institute, Winter Harbor We return to Schoodic Institute for an in-person and livestreamed evening of chamber music in Moore Auditorium. The program is accompanied by a multimedia component featuring the coastal landscape of the Downeast Maine region. Register HERE. |
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BURT DOW, DEEP-WATER MAN
Wednesday, August 24 | TBD Waterman’s Community Center, North Haven ME Join Halcyon on North Haven for a lively retelling of Robert McCloskey's beloved Burt Dow Deep-Water Man. This whale of a tale tells the story of a Maine fisherman who heads out to sea and encounters an unlikely situation with a school of whales. The wit-filled, dramatic performance is suitable for all ages and will include projections, live music, and plenty of suspense. The story will be narrated by North Haven’s very own Kate Quinn. Check back soon for ticket information. |
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MUSIC AT BROAD BAY
Sunday, August 7 | 7PM Broad Bay Church, Waldoboro ME Halcyon is joined by their dear friend and pianist Margarita Rovenskaya for an evening of celebratory chamber music. The program will feature Schumann’s beloved Piano Quintet in E-flat Major. Admission is by suggested donation. |
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HALCYON IN PARTNERSHIP WITH BTS CENTER
Tuesday, July 26 | 7-8:15 PM on ZOOM Thursday, July 28 | 7 PM Williston Emmanuel United Church, Portland ME In this two-part event, Halcyon partners with the BTS Center in Portland for a panel discussion and performance that explore how music and art can promote social change, encourage dialogue, and promote action around climate change. The panel discussion will take place on Zoom and will include the artists, spiritual leaders, scientists, and environmental activists. The performance will feature Halcyon’s live music paired with paintings by glaciogenic artist Jill Pelto that draw awareness to impacts of climate change in Maine and leave space for reflection. Click here to register. |
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FACING CLIMATE CHANGE IN WALDO COUNTY
with ecologist Janet McMahon July 24, 2022 | 4 PM Searsmont Town Library, Searsmont ME Through live music, projected imagery, science, and spoken word, this multimedia performance explores the impacts of climate change on Waldo County. It examines landscape diversity, present and future climate projections, and ideas around increasing ecological and community resilience. Halcyon’s performance will feature a variety of music including excerpts from a newly commissioned work for string quartet and narrator by composer Nathan Davis and featuring narrator David Troup. The work incorporates the perspectives and reflections from members of our community as we collectively respond to the challenges and opportunities that climate change inspires. This event is free. |
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SHIFTING SHORES
Saturday, July 23 | 7:30 PM Robinhood Free Meetinghouse, Georgetown, ME In Shifting Shores, Halcyon collaborates with video artist Luke Fatora to explore the shifting boundaries of Maine’s shorelines and waterways in the face of climate change. This full-length performance combines string quartet music with synchronous film that explores the impacts of sea level rise, coastal erosion, and species migration while highlighting the cultural and ecological importance of Maine’s waterways, fishruns, and coastlines. The program includes music by Monthati Masebe, Florence Price, Mozart, Philip Glass, and Fredrik Sjölin and depicts footage of Maine’s shoreline habitats ranging from the rocky coastline of Owls Head to the waterways of the St. George and Medomak Rivers. Click here for tickets. |
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BROOKIE AWARDS CEREMONY & RECEPTION
Thursday, July 14 | 5-8 PM O’Maine Studios, Portland ME Halcyon will perform during NRCM Rising’s Brookie Awards ceremony celebrating six incredible environmental leaders in Maine between the ages of 15 and 30. In addition to celebrating the awardees, the evening will include selections from Halcyon’s Shifting Shores: a multimedia program that explores the shifting boundaries of Maine’s shorelines and waterways in the face of climate change. Click here for more information about the Brookie Awards and ceremony. |
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SHIFTING SHORES AT CAFE SCI
Tuesday, July 12 | 5-6:30 PM Bigelow Labs, East Boothbay ME Halcyon collaborates with video artist Luke Fatora to explore the shifting boundaries of Maine’s shorelines and waterways in the face of climate change. This 20-minute program of live music and synchronous film explores the impacts of sea level rise, coastal erosion, and species migration while highlighting the cultural and ecological importance of Maine’s waterways, fish runs, and coastlines. Three other artist/scientist teams will also present at the event which will showcase the power of science communication through art. Admission is FREE but registration is required. |
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TAKE 4 PRESENTS WATER
As part of the Maine International Film Festival July 11, 2022 | 7 PM Greene Block + Studios, Waterville ME Take 4 presents a program of live string music and synchronous film that explores the many faces of the Kennebec River and our collective relationships with water. This program reflects on our community’s dependence on water as a resource, commodity, and defining feature of Maine’s landscape and culture. Click here to see a sneak peak of the multimedia. Click here for ticket information. |
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BURT DOW, DEEP-WATER MAN
July 9, 2022 | 2 PM Chebeague Community Church, Chebeague Island Halcyon returns to the Macbeth Concert Series with a lively retelling of Robert McCloskey's beloved Burt Dow Deep-Water Man. This whale of a tale tells the story of a Maine fisherman who heads out to sea and encounters an unlikely situation with a school of whales. The wit-filled, dramatic performance is suitable for all ages and will include projections, live music, and plenty of suspense. An ice cream social will follow the event! Admission is free and donations are appreciated. |
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RISE UP!
MAY 13, 2022 | 7 PM Waterman's Community Center, North Haven Rise Up! explores the impacts of sea level rise on Vinalhaven and North Haven islands. The performance features Jill Pelto's painting "Rising Mitigation" and film by video artist Luke Fatora. Through a combination of live music and synchronous film, Rise Up! reflects on the impacts climate change is having on island communities and Maine's coastline while encouraging action and inspiring empathy. Tickets can be purchased at the door. |
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RISE UP!
MAY 14, 2022 | 8 PM 16 Brewster Street, Rockland Rise Up! explores the impacts of sea level rise on Vinalhaven and North Haven islands and Rockland. The performance features Jill Pelto's painting "Rising Mitigation" and film by video artist Luke Fatora. Through a combination of live music and synchronous film, Rise Up! reflects on the impacts climate change is having on island communities and Maine's coastline while encouraging action and inspiring empathy. Admission by donation. THIS EVENT IS FULL! |
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RISE UP!
MAY 15, 2022 | 2 PM Smith Hokanson Memorial Hall, Vinalhaven Rise Up! explores the impacts of sea level rise on Vinalhaven and North Haven islands and Rockland. The performance features Jill Pelto's painting "Rising Mitigation" and film by video artist Luke Fatora. Through a combination of live music and synchronous film, Rise Up! reflects on the impacts climate change is having on island communities and Maine's coastline while encouraging action and inspiring empathy. This performance is presented in partnership with Partners in Island Education. This program is free. |
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BURT DOW, DEEP-WATER MAN
APRIL 9, 2022 | 7 PM Waldo Theatre, Waldoboro A lively retelling of Robert McCloskey's beloved Burt Dow Deep-Water Man. This whale of a tale tells the story of a Maine fisherman who heads out to sea and encounters an unlikely situation with a school of whales. The wit-filled, dramatic performance will include projections, live music, and plenty of suspense. Suitable for all ages! Click here for tickets. |
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BURT DOWN, DEEP-WATER MAN
APRIL 9, 2022 | 10 AM | FREE Waldoboro Public Library, Waldoboro Join Halcyon for a story hour at the Waldoboro Public Library, featuring a reading of Robert McCloskey's Burt Dow Deep-Water Man and a musical petting zoo. Due to limited space, this story hour is for children and their parents only! Please call the library to sign up: 207.832.4484. |
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BURT DOW, DEEP-WATER MAN
FREE STUDENT MATINEE APRIL 8, 2022 | 1 PM Waldo Theatre, Waldoboro A lively retelling of Robert McCloskey's beloved Burt Dow Deep-Water Man. This whale of a tale tells the story of a Maine fisherman who heads out to sea and encounters an unlikely situation with a school of whales. The wit-filled, dramatic performance will include projections, live music, and plenty of suspense! SOLD OUT FOR IN-PERSON SEATING! Please email [email protected] to request a livestream link. |
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TAKE 4 PRESENTS: WATER
April 2, 2022 | 7:00 PM Robinhood Free Meeting House, Georgetown Take 4 presents a program of live string music and synchronous film that explores the many faces of the Kennebec River and our collective relationships with water. This program reflects on our community’s dependence on water as a resource, commodity, and defining feature of Maine’s landscape and culture. Click here for tickets. |
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TAKE 4 PRESENTS: WATER
March 25, 2022 | 7:30 PM Frontier, Brunswick Take 4 presents a program of live string music and synchronous film that explores the many faces of the Kennebec River and our collective relationships with water. This program reflects on our community’s dependence on water as a resource, commodity, and defining feature of Maine’s landscape and culture. Click here for tickets. |
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SOUNDCHECK: TAKE 4
February 4, 2022 | 7:30 PM Camden Opera House, Camden Take 4 consists of violinists Josie and Sophie Davis and Luke Fatora, and violist Colin Wheatley. The program features music from around the world and includes traditional Scottish and Irish tunes, Argentinian tango and Spanish lullabies, Viennese waltzes, and beloved arias. All of the music was chosen and arranged by the group to create an eclectic, joyful, and evocative evening of music. Click here for tickets. |
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ELLSWORTH COMMUNITY MUSIC INSTITUTE
October 22, 201 | 1 PM General Bryant E. Moore Community Center 125 State Street, Ellsworth, ME Halcyon will share an afternoon of chamber music with special guest and Ellsworth Community Music Institute Faculty Member, Luke Fatora. Program details will be forthcoming. |
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HALCYON at SCHOODIC INSTITUTE
August 28, 2021 | 6:00 PM Schoodic Institute, Winter Harbor We return to Schoodic Institute for an in-person and livestreamed evening of chamber music in Moore Auditorium. The program features Borodin's String Quartet No. 2 and Dvorak's "American" Quartet, and more. The program is accompanied by a multimedia component featuring the coastal landscape of the Downeast Maine region. |
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REBOUND
August 8, 2021 | 7:00 PM Broad Bay Church, Waldoboro Join us for a performance of Dvorak's beloved piano quintet with guest pianist Margarita Rovenskaya. The program will also include music by Jose´ Elizondo and more. Admission by donation at the door. Unvaccinated people are required to wear masks. |
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MELODY IN MOTION: celebrating our land and sea
July 31, 2021 | 7:00 PM The Shipyard in Boothbay Harbor Presented by the Boothbay Sea and Science Center, Halcyon will share an evening of music paired with imagery of the Maine coast by videographer Luke Fatora. A historic Maine Shipyard with the pageantry of boat restoration overlooking magnificent Boothbay Harbor will play host to this unique 2021 event where the melody of the music will be paired with the movement of the moment. Click here for tickets. |
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MACBETH CONCERT SERIES LIVESTREAM
July 28, 2021 | 7:00 PM Chebeague Island, Maine In this collaboration with violinist and videographer Luke Fatora, Halcyon celebrates and reflects on our experiences of winter and light in the northern latitudes. The program includes Vivaldi's "Winter" from the Four Seasons, Richter's On the Nature of Daylight, and works by Schubert, Debussy, Price, and others. The performance was streamed live from the Waldo Theatre in Waldoboro in January, 2021. To receive the concert link, please email Carl Tubbesing at: [email protected]. |
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OLD SOUTH CUSHING CHURCH
July 25, 2021 | 4 PM Salt Pond Rd., Cushing, Maine Josie, Sophie, Colin, and Luke will return to North Haven with their new group, "Take 4," a string quartet composed of three violins and viola. The program features a wide variety of music ranging from traditional Scottish tunes and Argentinian tango to Spanish lullabies and beloved arias. All of the music was chosen and arranged by the group to create an eclectic, joyful, and evocative evening of music. All are welcome! Admission is by a $10 suggested donation at the door. |
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NEW BEGINNINGS: SONGS OF HOPE & RESILIENCE
July 24, 2021 | 7 PM Rockport Opera House, Rockport, Maine Halcyon will partner with DocSong for a concert featuring documentary songs performed by vocalist Suzie Assam and instrumental selections performed by Halcyon. The documentary songs share stories from individuals across the country: one song, written this past winter, tells of standing in the middle of George Floyd Square and feeling a flood of unexpected emotions. Another song tells of one wildland firefighter’s reasons for showing up to a grueling job year after year. The concert is available both in person and via livestream. Click here for tickets. |
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WATERMAN'S COMMUNITY CENTER
July 14, 2021 | 7:30 PM North Haven, Maine Josie, Sophie, Colin, and Luke will return to Cushing with their new group, "Take 4," a string quartet composed of three violins and viola. The program features a wide variety of music ranging from traditional Scottish tunes and Argentinian tango to Spanish lullabies and beloved arias. All of the music was chosen and arranged by the group to create an eclectic, joyful, and evocative evening of music. Learn more at watermanscommunitycenter.org. |
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HALCYON & FRIENDS
JANUARY 14, 2021 | Streamed LIVE @ 7:00 PM The Waldo, Waldoboro, Maine Join us as we celebrate and reflect on our collective experiences of winter and light in the northern latitudes. We will present an evening of chamber music and accompanying film that captures winters striking and wild beauty alongside the subtlety, quiet, and darkness that define this time of year. The program includes Vivaldi's "Winter" from the Four Seasons, Richter's On the Nature of Daylight, and works by Schubert, Debussy, Price, and others. The performance features locally filmed imagery that captures the intricacy and beauty of Maine landscapes. |
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VIRTUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT in collaboration with Down East Singers and Bay Chamber Concerts
Premiered December 11, 2020 We are thrilled to team up with Down East Singers and Bay Chamber Concerts for a festive virtual program of choral and string music. The virtual performance features members of Down East Singers, Bowdoin Chorus, and other choristers, members of the Midcoast Brass Quintet, and Jennifer McIvor, keyboard accompanist. The video created for the concert was filmed by violinist and videographer, Luke Fatora in a hayfield in Cushing. View the concert here! |
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August 23, 2020 | 6:30 PM
Moore Auditorium Schoodic Institute, Winter Harbor, Maine We return to Schoodic Institute for a live-streamed evening of chamber music in Moore Auditorium. The program includes Borodin's String Quartet No. 2, Dvorak's "American" Quartet, and music by Mozart, Piazzolla, Villa-Lobos and more. The multi-media program is accompanied by a multi-media component featuring the coastal landscape of the Downeast Maine region. |
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NEW YEAR'S BY THE BAY
December 31, 2019 | 6 & 8 PM First Baptist Church, Belfast, Maine The 23rd Annual New Year’s By The Bay celebration will take place at venues throughout downtown Belfast, beginning at 2 PM with music and performance events all day and evening and culminating in the midnight bonfire at the Belfast Public Landing. |
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CHEBEAGUE ISLAND CONCERT
September 7, 2019 | 7:00 PM United Methodist Church, Chebeague Island, Maine We'll present the final concert of the season on the MacBeth Concert Series - sharing music by Schubert, Mozart, and more. The program will include a multimedia component combining live music with images that tell the story of Maine's changing climate and its impacts on Chebeague and its working waterfront. The program will feature artwork by Jill Pelto of Glaciogenic Art, as well as photos submitted by local photographers. For more information, visit Chebeague Events. Admission by donation. |
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CELEBRATE CITIZEN SCIENCE
August 26, 2019 | 5:30-8:30 PM Moore Auditorium Schoodic Institute, Winter Harbor, Maine Join us for an evening of music and imagery celebrating the contributions of the many volunteers who collect and record observations of the natural world at Schoodic Institute. The evening will feature music by Mozart and Dvorak and will portray the many ways every day observations become essential information for understanding our changing climate and its challenges. The work of citizen scientists amplifies research capacity, from monitoring patterns of seabird, hawk, and songbird migration, to evaluating trends in the intertidal zone at the edge of land and sea, to observing the timing of plant flowers, fruits, and seeds. This event is free and open to the public however, space is limited. |
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CAFÉ SCI
July 9, 2019 | 5:30 PM Bigelow Laboratory's Cafe Sci, East Boothbay, Maine We will kick off this year's Cafe Sci series with a collaborative program that hightlights the role of the arts in scientific communication. Our performance will be based around imagery from the Bigelow Lab’s 2015 photography exhibit, “Tiny Giants.” The performance will highlight the role marine microbes play in regulating our oceans and ultimately the ecosystems we depend on. |
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MUSIC ON THE MEDOMAK
June 22, 2019 | 7:00 PM Broad Bay Church, Waldoboro Join us for a celebration of the Medomak River and the working waterfront with music and imagery. The evening will feature music by Dvorak and Holst alongside a selection of Danish folk tunes, each paired with photographs and artwork by Midcoast artists. Through imagery, music and story, Music on the Medomak captures the many ways the river supports local fisheries from clamming and lobstering to ice fishing and the alewife run. Admission by donation. |
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ENVISIONING CHANGE
May 6th, 2019 | 1:00 PM High Mountain Hall, Camden, Maine This performance will take audience members on a musical and visual exploration of climate change impacts in Midcoast Maine. The program will combine photography and art with live string quartet music to capture the beauty, resilience, and vulnerability of the world we live in. The performance will open with a panoramic perspective of climate change that begins in the polar ice sheets and gradually zooms in to explore the impacts global changes are having in the Gulf of Maine and our Midcoast communities. Envisioning Change is intended for students and educators, however members of the public are encouraged to intend. The performance is designed to inspire new ways of thinking about and responding to the impacts of climate change by encouraging active stewardship of the places we live. |
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April 20th, 2019 | 6:00 PM
United Farmer's Market, Belfast, Maine Join us at for an evening of beautiful music and delicious food at the Belfast Farmer's Market. The concert will feature Dvorak's rousing "American" Quartet - a piece inspired by Native American and African American folk melodies. The program will be interspersed with traditional fiddle tunes that run the gamut from soulful waltzes to toe-tapping dances and span the globe from Argentina to Sweden. Tickets can be purchased at the door and are available for $10 at belfastmarket.com or by phone at 207.218.7005. A cash bar and food will be available. |
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The Four Seasons | 2016 Six months before the concert, community members were invited to submit photos of the natural world in Midcoast, Maine. The images spanned all four seasons and were projected during a live performance of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. Musicians shared their own stories and reflections of time spent in Maine throughout the performance. A Little Night Music | 2017 A Little Night Music was inspired by sunrises and sunsets. The project began with a workshop at Miller Elementary School. Josie and Sophie projected images of Waldoboro skies and played music while third grade students painted their most memorable sunrises and sunsets. The vibrant artwork was projected alongside paintings contributed by local professional artists while musicians played Mozart’s A Little Night Music in candlelight. Farm to Fiddle | 2018 Four local farms contributed images capturing the daily rewards and challenges of farm life. The program featured information about each farm and interviews with the farmers about how climate change is affecting their farming practices in rural Maine. Images were projected while musicians performed Tchaikovsky’s beloved Souvenir de Florence—a rousing, rustic, and joyful piece. A strawberry shortcake reception followed with berries donated by three local farms. |