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Organ Recital at St John’s Anglican Church, Lunenburg

Nick Halley will be performing at St John’s Anglican Church on Wednesday, March 4 at noon as part of their Music and Meditations series.

Program:
Prelude in C Minor, BWV 546 – Johann Sebastian Bach
Herzlich tut mich verlangen – Johannes Brahms
Psalm Prelude No. 3, Set 1 (“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death…”) – Herbert Howells
Herzlich tut mich verlangen, BWV 727 – Johann Sebastian Bach
Chorale Dorien – Jehan Alain
Fantasia in G Major, BWV 572 – Johann Sebastian Bach

Lunenburg Academy of Music Performance – Jazz/Classical Crossover Concert

Experience an exciting blend of classical and jazz styles as cellist Lydia Rhea and pianist Amber Scherer join forces with jazz artists Nick Halley (percussion) and Glenn Patscha (piano). This special performance highlights the creative connections between classical music and jazz, offering an engaging and inspiring afternoon of music for all.

Saturday, February 7, 2026 | 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Tickets 25$
Visit: https://www.lampns.ca/concert-schedule/jazzcrossover for more information and tickets.

St John Passion – J.S. Bach

Capella Regalis directed by Nick Halley is proud to present one of J.S. Bach’s famous Passiontide oratorios at All Saints Cathedral on Sunday, March 22, 2026 in a collaborative performance featuring the hand-picked Ensemble Regale chamber orchestra, guest vocal soloists, and the professional singers of the Capella Regalis Men’s Choir and All Saints Cathedral Choir alongside the Boys and Girls Choirs. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear a live performance of Bach’s extraordinary masterwork in Halifax!

 

Guest soloists:

CHARLES DANIELS, Evangelist

ELLIOT MADORE, Pontius Pilate

ALEXANDER DOBSON, Jesus

SINÉAD WHITE, Soprano

MARIE-ANDRÉE MATHIEU, Mezzo-soprano

MATTHEW ANDERSON, Tenor

 

Tickets are available here: https://capellaregalis.com/events/st-john-passion-js-bach

Foc’s’le Jazz Jam – February 4, 2026

An open jam session hosted by local jazz musicians Nicola Miller, Nick Halley and Nick D’Amato. Bring your instrument and come to play your favourite jazz standards in a supportive and encouraging environment. Open to all levels and ages.
February 4, 2026, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 42 Queen St., Chester, NS
 

Brazilian Night 2026: A Fundraising Party for Capella Regalis

Join us for an unforgettable Carnival-inspired fundraising party featuring fabulous food, music, and fun in the beautiful historic hall of St John’s Church, Lunenburg!

$150 ticket includes $75 tax receipt, full dinner of catered Brazilian fare, one featured Brazilian cocktail, and live Brazilian music provided by an all-star band of musicians. Dancing is encouraged! Cash bar for additional beverages.

All proceeds benefit Capella Regalis Choirs’s free music education programs for children in Halifax and on the South Shore.

Tickets are available at: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/capella-regalis/events/braziliannight2026/#ticketInfo

Speakeasy Saturdays at The Riverport Inn

Starting January 17, the Riverport Inn will present Speakeasy Saturdays from 7:00–9:30 p.m., featuring The Inn Tones (Nick Halley, Haig Beylerian, and Chris Donnelly), along with a rotating line-up of special guests!

To reserve your spot, contact Leanne at leanne@theriverportinn.com or call 902-523-0423.

A Chorister’s Christmas 2025 – Halifax

Our cherished Christmas concert series featuring the Men & Boys Choir is back for its 16th season! This year’s concert program will reflect Nova Scotia’s increasingly multicultural population and celebrate the diverse heritage of our choir members with music in languages spoken by the choristers, from Arabic to Igbo.

There will be two performances at 4pm and 7pm.

For tickets, visit: https://capellaregalis.com/events/choristers-christmas-2025-halifax

Questions about ordering tickets? Email boxoffice@capellaregalis.com or call (902) 703-3938.

A Chorister’s Christmas 2025 – Lunenburg

Capella Regalis Men & Boys Choir, directed by Nick Halley, will return to the historic Saint John’s Anglican Church in Lunenburg for a performance of its 16th annual Christmas concert series, featuring a fresh slate of carols arranged for choir, trumpet, and organ.

This year’s concert program will reflect Nova Scotia’s increasingly multicultural population and celebrate the diverse heritage of our choir members with music in languages spoken by the choristers. Capella Regalis South Shore Program choristers will make a special guest appearance in the Lunenburg performance!

The Lunenburg performance is presented by Musique Royale.

TICKETS: $25 in advance / $30 at the door. FREE for children 18 and under. For more info and tickets, visit: https://capellaregalis.com/events/choristers-christmas-2025-lunenburg