With its mission to deliver diverse world-class musical programming, by suggested donation only, for all who wish to experience it inside our beautiful and historic sanctuary in the heart of beautiful Downtown Portsmouth, Concerts On The Hill adds value to our community and vibrancy to our culture. Throughout the year, we welcome artists and ensembles eager to share their music with grateful audiences of all ages.

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Shaker Harmony
May 19
Shaker Harmony

St. John’s Episcopal Church presents Shaker Harmony: Celebrating 250 Years of the Shakers in America at 3pm on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Admission $30 suggested donation available to purchase online, or at the door.

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St. John’s Episcopal Church presents Shaker Harmony: Celebrating 250 Years of the Shakers in America at 3pm on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Admission $30 suggested donation available to purchase online, or at the door.

 
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On Sunday, April 7 at 3:00pm, St. John’s Concerts On The Hill Series will play proud host to the world-renowned choir, The American Spiritual Ensemble for an historic Portsmouth premiere concert. We are excited to announce that you may now purchase advance tickets online.

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On Sunday, April 7 at 3:00pm, St. John’s Concerts On The Hill Series will play proud host to the world-renowned choir, The American Spiritual Ensemble for an historic Portsmouth premiere concert. The American Spiritual Ensemble (ASE), whose mission is to preserve and continue the tradition of storytelling through the performance and preservation of the American Negro Spiritual, was founded in 1995 by Dr. Everett McCorvey who remains Artistic Director and Conductor of the choir.

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