Concerts
Music/Concerts
Warmth, richness, intimacy, and excellence have always been the signature of the Concerts at St. Ignatius, a series called "invaluable" by The New York Times. Formerly known as Sacred Music in a Sacred Space, our concerts are held in the opulent Church of St. Ignatius Loyola, an architectural landmark at the intersection of Park Avenue and 84th Street on Manhattan's Upper East Side.
We are committed to presenting the finest sacred choral and organ repertoire spanning over 1,000 years of music history. Known for artistic excellence, the renowned Choir and Orchestra of St. Ignatius Loyola present exhilarating performances of large-scale choral masterpieces as well as more intimate and reflective settings by lesser-known composers. Internationally-acclaimed organists may also frequently be heard on the Church's magnificent N.P. Mander Pipe Organ, the largest tracker organ in New York City.
Season 2026-2027
We’re thrilled to announce our 2026-2027 concert series! We begin the season with a free concert by the Choir of Merton College, Oxford. No tickets are needed for this performance. October’s concert will feature the Choir of St. Ignatius Loyola performing composer and soprano Stephanie Susberich’s work, Lily of Quito: Cantata on St. Mariana de Jesús de Paredes.
Chanticleer returns for a 13th season to St. Ignatius with A Chanticleer Christmas. And our Annual Christmas Concert: Follow the Star! is sure to delight the entire family.
Caritas Concerts return in February with Douglas Purcell: Always. All net ticket proceeds will benefit St. Ignatius School in the Bronx. Spring concerts continue with the Academy of Sacred Drama presenting San Ignacio, a sacred opera in March. In April, we welcome the New York City Children’s Chorus and Dr. Carol Williams, Organ.
We close out the season with two concerts in May. Sing & Celebrate will feature our avocational concerts at a free concert in Wallace Hall. And the Choir and Orchestra of St. Ignatius Loyola and Parish Community Choir will perform Mozart Regina Coeli, K. 276, Bach Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen, & Haydn Lord Nelson Mass.
Our Concert Series Circle members are instrumental in the production of our concert series every year. Their generous support helps us ensure the highest level of musical artistry. If you’d like to join our Concert Series Circle, you may donate at the link below. Those who donate $100 or more will be listed in our concert programs.
Concerts at St. Ignatius is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
Season 2026-2027
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