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We have planned a variety of holiday music to get our residents into a festive spirit, both here at Southgate at Shrewsbury and in the surrounding area.

On December 9, residents who have previously registered will head off on a trip to hear the “Holiday Pops” Concert by the Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra. Jorge Soto is the conductor of this beloved Worcester tradition.

Residents who don’t want to brave the cold can stay right here at Southgate and enjoy vocalist Valerie Sneade, who will perform her holiday repertoire that includes all of the classic Christmas favorites, fun carols, and even some holiday tunes that you haven’t likely heard before. The best part of the performance is the singalong version of The 12 days of Christmas, which the audience members always have fun joining in on.

Everyone has their favorite songs that get them into the holiday spirit, and they can choose to hear exactly those favorites during the “Seasonal Songbook” performance by Jack Craig – Music with Class. During this event, our residents are given a booklet that contains more than 100 songs that range from popular Christmas carols to secular, winter-themed and Hanukkah songs. Then, they choose their favorites for the group to perform. Not only does the audience enjoy this personalized performance, Jack ensures that everyone has a great time by mixing in some storytelling and anecdotes in with the music. It is a refreshingly unique event that is guaranteed to be a great time.

While many of these events are just for residents, the December 17 performance of the First Congregational Church presents “We Wish You the Merriest” Holiday Concert is free and open to the public! Everyone who attends will enjoy the harmonious sounds of the Children’s and Youth Choirs, Chimers and the Pealers bell choir. This event takes place from 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm.

Great events are happening all the time at Southgate at Shrewsbury. Make plans to come in for a tour and experience one of our public events for yourself!

It’s September—the start of fall is right around the corner, and so is a variety of great musical performances for our residents to enjoy.

On September 7th, Sima Kustanovich, one of the Northeast’s most sought after pianists, will join Marc Thayer, a violinist and Executive Director of Symphony New Hampshire, for a lovely evening of classical music. Both musicians are highly acclaimed at the local and international level, so it is safe to say that all residents who attend this performance are bound to love what they hear.

Then on September 11, jazz duo John Clark (clarinet/saxophone) and Henry “thins” Francis (piano) will entertain residents with a mix of well-loved classic tunes and unique arrangements bound to become instant favorites.

A fun-filled evening of post-dining musical entertainment is scheduled for September 14, as “Dan & Friends” Dance Band makes its Southgate debut. It promises to be a performance that will delight and entertain all ages.

There is no instrument quite as profound as the human voice, and you can hear it at its peak as jazz vocalist Wendee Glick shows off the talents that have made her famous in New England Jazz clubs since 2002. Her performance is scheduled for September 18, so be sure to put it on your calendar.

Piano fans have another chance to partake in an evening of music later in September, as classical pianist I-Heung Lee takes to the stage on September 26. She will play a selection of Chopin, Czerny, Bach, Liszt along with pieces by other famed composers.

September’s music selections wrap up with vocalist Jim Porcella on September 28. He is a jazz performer whose style has been compared to Mel Torme. It is bound to be a laid-back, soulful performance that all residents will enjoy.

Events like these pack every month’s schedule here at Southgate at Shrewsbury. So if you’d like to become a resident and enjoy an event calendar like this for yourself, contact us today to learn more about our residences and to schedule a tour.

Tom Nutile Big Band is one of the region’s most accomplished and exciting big bands with a repertoire of more than 600 arrangements! Come hear which arrangements they will be playing live at Southgate at Shrewsbury on Tuesday, August 15 at 7pm. We are happy to offer free admission and parking for this event.

On August 8 you can hear one of Boston’s best oldies bands playing music from the 1950’s through the 90’s. Audiences of all ages will enjoy their music, along with the free admission and convenient, free parking. It’s the best way to enjoy a summer evening in Shrewsbury!