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 fourth year of bringing world-class musicians into schools, correctional institutions, and community organizations across Connecticut.

Family Concert

Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library, Old Lyme
Explore tempo, dynamics, and tone through hands-on music-making, compose a new anthem of thanks and leave with creative prompts to continue the musical celebration at home during the holiday week.

Formal Concert & Reception

Sunday, November 23, 2025 from 2:00–3:30 PM
Saint Ann’s Church, Old Lyme
Enjoy music for flute and strings, spanning from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart to vibrant contemporary reimaginings that include a fiddle-inspired duo by Decoda’s own George Meyer, and the radiant Maombi Asante (“Prayer of Thanks”), by flutist-composer Valerie Coleman, whose last collaboration with Decoda earned a GRAMMY nomination for Best Contemporary Classical Composition. You’ll also hear new compositions developed during Decoda’s just-completed residency at shoreline schools.  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.”