Vocal Concerts at the Kennedy Center

Vocal/Choral Music

Upcoming Events

The Washington Chorus presents

A Candlelight Christmas

Dec. 21 - 22, 2024

Ring in the holiday season (literally!) at The Washington Chorus' "A Candlelight Christmas!" Under the direction of Artistic Director Eugene Rogers, "A Candlelight Christmas" features spirited brass, a festive chorus, and extra special guests to help you celebrate the season. This concert is among the DC region's most beloved holiday traditions-so don't miss this unforgettable seasonal experience!

Digital Program cover showing a bird's eye view of the Kennedy Center campus

Vocal Arts DC Presents

Hankey & Huang

Tue. Jan. 14, 2025

Dusky-voiced Samantha Hankey is a staple performer of German mezzo-soprano repertoire, recently portraying Octavian (Der Rosenkavalier) at the Metropolitan Opera for which she was cited by the New York Times as having “tireless energy and dramatic skill.”

Metropolitan Opera Laffont Voice Competition, Mid-Atlantic Region Presents

Laffont Competition Met Opera

Sun. Feb. 2, 2025

Experience the future of opera as talented singers from across the Mid-Atlantic compete in the regional round of the prestigious Metropolitan Opera Laffont Voice Competition.

Washington Performing Arts presents

Living the Dream…Singing the Dream:
A Choral Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr

Sun. Feb. 2, 2025

When the power of the human voice meets the spirit of community and the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the result is guaranteed to be joyous and inspiring, filling the Kennedy Center with stirring narrative and sound.

RENÉE FLEMING VOICES

Lizz Wright

Wed. Feb. 12, 2025

Acclaimed vocalist and songwriter Lizz Wright sings with a soaring reflection of the cultural fabric of America, transcending social divides with her offer of love and deep sense of humanity.

Vocal Arts DC Presents

Cohen & Churchwell

Thu. Feb. 20, 2025

Adept as a performer of Baroque and contemporary music, countertenor Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen has a reputation as “a redefining force in the countertenor field” (Limelight).

RENÉE FLEMING VOICES

Les Greene & The Swayzees

Fri. Feb. 28, 2025

With soul-stirring melodies and heartfelt lyrics, Les Greene & The Swayzees makes its Kennedy Center debut, bringing a powerful force of roots rock ‘n’ soul.