Holiday Pops with the MSO!

Friday, December 11, 2026
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Memorial Hall, 590 Main Street, Melrose

Doors Open at 7 pm
Pre-Concert Organ music, 7:15 pm
Concert starts at 8 pm

Back by popular demand! Kick off the holiday season in Melrose with the MSO and Empire Trio! This festive concert features singers Erin Shields and Adam Cannedy alongside pianist/violinist David Shenton - the world’s first (and possibly only) musician to play violin and piano simultaneously.

The program is packed with holiday favorites, from The Nutcracker and Polar Express to a special narration of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Get into the holiday spirit with this magical musical event!

Tickets

$32 General Admission
$40 Reserved Table Seating

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About the Soloists

Empire Trio is an exhilarating classical crossover ensemble taking concert halls by storm worldwide. Formed in 2012 in New York City, the trio quickly established themselves as a musical force, selling out prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center (who commissioned their first show), London's Ronnie Scott’s, and over 350 other stages across the US, Canada, and the UK.

This powerhouse group features the lush, mesmerizing voice of soprano Erin Shields; the versatile virtuoso David Shenton on piano and violin (the world’s first musician to play both simultaneously); and the illustriously talented baritone Adam Cannedy.

From deliciously witty to incredibly moving, Empire Trio breathes new life into familiar favorites with their unique, innovative arrangements. Garnering rave reviews from critics and audiences alike, the trio continues to tour extensively while proudly providing educational outreach concerts and masterclasses to children of all ages and economic backgrounds.