Johann Adolf Hasse, known as the Saxon, studied with Alessandro Scarlatti and traveled all over Europe presenting his operas as well as cantatas and chamber music. Join in the premier of a cantata, Solitudini campestre with violins possibly written for his famous wife, the soprano Faustina Bordoni.

• Janitsch: Quadro for oboe, violin, viola, continuo

Annual holiday event with favorite Baroque music, readings of the season, and carols for all to sing. Bob Sweeten, Max on the Bob and Sheri Show, returns to tell the Christmas story. Musicians appear in period attire.

• Bach: Quia Respexit from "Magnificat"

Alessandro Scarlatti, who lived until 1725, is credited with establishing the Neopolitan style of music including opera overtures, forerunners of the symphony. He wrote hundreds of cantatas which served as models for others, too. Celebrate his life.

• A. Scarlatti: recorder concerto #7 Movment III

Canadian-British bass-baritone Andrew Mahon joins Rebecca Miller Saunders in J.S. Bach arias and duets with obligato instruments. Specializing in the music of Bach, Mahon's recent performances include the Academy of Ancient Music, Westminster Abbey and St. Paul's (London)

• Bach Aria: Ich habe genug

Celebrate Alessandro Scarlatti's life with select vocal and instrumental works with strings, flute, oboe, and soprano. A special year! Part of Arts at the Abbey.

Alessandro Scarlatti, who lived until 1725, is credited with establishing the Neapolitan style of music. He wrote over 600 cantatas plus operas and instrumental works. Come hear his music and learn about his importance in the development of western music.

Local artist, teacher, Jocelyn Thompson joins Carolina Pro Musica as they present their 6th annual workshop on writing lyrics and music for songs. Guitarist Edward Ferrell will be in attendance to help person who play plucked string instruments. A piano will also be available. Bring your texts or music ideas to share with others and get new ideas.