Area Attractions and Activities

Fine Arts - Music

The Chamber Music Society of Williamsburg: The Chamber Music Society of Williamsburg was founded in 1987 for the purpose of presenting in Williamsburg concerts by chamber ensembles with national and international reputations.

Norfolk Chamber ConsortNorfolk Chamber Consort: The mission of the Norfolk Chamber Consort is to present to the public performances of chamber music drawn from repertories of the 17th up to the 21st centuries.

The emphasis is on works with varied instrumentation and those utilizing the voice as an integral part of the chamber music texture. Emphasis is often placed on lesser known works and neglected masterpieces that are not often performed in Southeastern Virginia.

Virginia Opera: Under the artistic leadership of Maestro Peter Mark, the company is known and respected nationwide for the identification and presentation of the finest young artists, for the musical and dramatic integrity of its productions, and for the ingenuity and variety of its education and outreach programs.

William and Mary Concert Series: Each year the Department of Music sponsors a number of musical performances as part of its acclaimed Ewell Concert Series. Concerts in this series can range from classical offerings to modern, avant-garde fare; and might feature performers of traditional American music or musicians from around the globe. Most of the events take place in Ewell Recital Hall on campus and are typically offered at no charge. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend.

Williamsburg’s Women’s Chorus: The Williamsburg Women's Chorus is a group of 40+ women preserving women's choral music for future generations.

The only group of its kind in the area, the Chorus was founded in 1965 to encourage appreciation for the rich heritage of women's choral literature. The Chorus is dedicated to excellence in choral performance.