Published Date: Thursday, March 12, 2020

In light of the current global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the following cancellations have been announced for this weekend and the near future.

Howland Chamber Music Circle Concert Series

According to their release: “The Board of the Howland Chamber Music Circle has made the very difficult, but prudent, decision to cancel the following concerts:"

WindSync “Classics for Kids” on Sunday, March 15, 12 noon
WindSync concert on Sunday, March 15 at 4 pm
Inbal Segev / Juho Pohjonen on Sunday, April 5 at 4 pm

You can no longer purchase tickets for any of these events. “Those who purchased tickets to these three concerts can receive a refund of their ticket price (minus any discounts for subscriptions),” as stated in the release.

A donation opportunity exists. “If anyone would like to donate the value of their tickets to the Board, instead of taking the refund. This will help cover some of the costs already incurred in producing these concerts. Those wishing to make such a donation should please send a quick email to info@howlandmusic.org stating such. Please include your name as it appeared on the order. As a 501(c)(3) organization your donation is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. If you have any questions at all, please send us email, or call and leave a message (845-765-3012).”

Also cancelled at the Howland Cultural Center are the following:

Blind Tiger Improv March Comedy Showcase, Saturday, March 14, 2020
Faculty Concert Series with 4X4 Music Off Road, Sunday, March 22, 2020

Jazz At Atlas Concert Series

Across the river in Newburgh, the popular Jazz at Atlas concert series has been canceled until further notice.

In a statement issued by James Keepnews from Jazz at Atlas, “It is with a heavy heart that we must inform you that Atlas Studios has decided, given the pandemic we’re all facing, to cancel all scheduled events.” This includes this weekend’s performance by Fay Victor’s Barn Songs Trio.

A Little Beacon Blog reached out to Atlas Studios, and confirmed that they have canceled all events for March.

Please note that this also impacts the concert by Bobby Previte’s Music from the Dune Shacks quartet at Atlas on Saturday, April 18. There is hope to reschedule these artists for the fall. Follow Jazz At Atlas on Facebook for further updates, or visit www.atlasnewburgh.com.