Musical Masterworks invites families, friends, and neighbors to experience the joy of live music with with two free community concerts by Decoda, Musical Masterworks’ Ensemble-in-Residence. These special events are part of Musical Masterworks’ ongoing Community Engagement Program, now in its fifth year of bringing world-class musicians into schools, correctional institutions, and community organizations across Connecticut.

Interactive Family Concert

Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library, Old Lyme
This interactive family concert invites kids and adults to play, create, and compose together, exploring rhythm, sound, and gratitude in a joyful holiday celebration.

Formal Concert & Reception

Sunday, November 22, 2025 from 2:00–3:30 PM
Saint Ann’s Church, Old Lyme
Enjoy a formal concert featuring Musical Masterworks’ ensemble-in-residence, Decoda, an affiliate ensemble of Carnegie Hall. The concert will be followed by a light reception to meet the musicians and neighbors.

Both concerts are FREE and open to the public, no tickets or reservations required. Whether you’re a long-time classical music fan or experiencing it for the first time, these concerts offer an easy and welcoming way to connect through music.

“Our Community Concerts are about bringing people together,” said Mic Herring, Executive Director of Musical Masterworks. “Decoda’s energy is contagious, and their performances always create moments of joy and connection that stay with people long after the music ends.”