Sundays at Four
For 15 seasons Sundays at Four has been bringing live performances of high-quality chamber music to the residents of Isle of Wight County. Our concerts include a wide array of instrumental and vocal performers as well as an annual Terrific Teen Talent presentation to give an opportunity to promising young artists. Most performances are held in the beautiful sanctuary of the historic Christ Episcopal Church where no seat is more than 30 feet from the performers. The space is illuminated by beautiful Tiffany stained glass windows and houses our Steinway grand piano. Tickets are available individually for each concert or as a package for the entire season which begins in September of each year.
Unless noted otherwise, all concerts are hosted at Christ Episcopal Church
in the heart of Smithfield's historic district. 111 S. Church Street, Smithfield, VA and begin at 4:00 p.m.
Coming up on our 2024-25 Season
Sunday, February 23rd, 2025, 4:00 p.m.
Urban Classical Jazz
The Music of Ed Bland
A much-anticipated classical jazz program was designed by Joseph Vaz, grandson of Atwill and the late Doris Gwaltney with a grant from Smithfield Events. Pianist, Joseph Vaz is a music doctoral student at the CUNY Graduate Center in NY City who will bring with him an ensemble of New York professionals, cellist, Audrey Chen; flutist, Rebecca Moranis, and world famous clarinetist, Charles Neidich, to perform pieces by the late husband of Smithfield native and author, Mary Batten Bland. Mr. Bland, a Chicago Jazz artist later became a composer who refined his musical style through the fusion of early 20th century Western European music culture with the juxtaposition of traditional African-American jazz, gospel roots, and complex rhythmic patterns of West Africa drumming.
In addition to the works by Mr. Bland the ensemble will also feature
The Nearly Waltz of Nikolai Kapustin
and The Sonata for Clarinet & Piano by Aaron Copland
CLICK HERE for Tickets at Humanitix
and also available at the door.
Sponsorship for this concert was generously provided by a grant from Smithfield Virginia Events.
Urban Classical Jazz
The Music of Ed Bland
A much-anticipated classical jazz program was designed by Joseph Vaz, grandson of Atwill and the late Doris Gwaltney with a grant from Smithfield Events. Pianist, Joseph Vaz is a music doctoral student at the CUNY Graduate Center in NY City who will bring with him an ensemble of New York professionals, cellist, Audrey Chen; flutist, Rebecca Moranis, and world famous clarinetist, Charles Neidich, to perform pieces by the late husband of Smithfield native and author, Mary Batten Bland. Mr. Bland, a Chicago Jazz artist later became a composer who refined his musical style through the fusion of early 20th century Western European music culture with the juxtaposition of traditional African-American jazz, gospel roots, and complex rhythmic patterns of West Africa drumming.
In addition to the works by Mr. Bland the ensemble will also feature
The Nearly Waltz of Nikolai Kapustin
and The Sonata for Clarinet & Piano by Aaron Copland
CLICK HERE for Tickets at Humanitix
and also available at the door.
Sponsorship for this concert was generously provided by a grant from Smithfield Virginia Events.
a future Sunday in 2025 4:00 p.m.
Violin soloist, Brendan Elliott in recital
Brendon, a professional violinist, with degrees from the Curtis Institute of Music and the Juilliard School, will perform a special recital for Sundays at Four, as soon as scheduling can be completed . Among the special selections will be the Suite for Violin and Piano by William Grant Still, and Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s Violin Concerto. Brendon has performed as soloist with orchestras throughout the United States such as the New York Philharmonic, Buffalo Philharmonic, and toured with the Virginia Symphony performing Adolphus Hailstork’s Violin Concerto as an opener for Natalie Cole. He is well known for his chamber music performances with the Harlem Chamber Players, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, and was selected to tour as Joseph Bologne’s musical half in Bill Barclay’s play The Chevalie. Brendon is recognized for his silvery tone and outstanding technique. We are so excited to have him return to SAF.
Violin soloist, Brendan Elliott in recital
Brendon, a professional violinist, with degrees from the Curtis Institute of Music and the Juilliard School, will perform a special recital for Sundays at Four, as soon as scheduling can be completed . Among the special selections will be the Suite for Violin and Piano by William Grant Still, and Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s Violin Concerto. Brendon has performed as soloist with orchestras throughout the United States such as the New York Philharmonic, Buffalo Philharmonic, and toured with the Virginia Symphony performing Adolphus Hailstork’s Violin Concerto as an opener for Natalie Cole. He is well known for his chamber music performances with the Harlem Chamber Players, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, and was selected to tour as Joseph Bologne’s musical half in Bill Barclay’s play The Chevalie. Brendon is recognized for his silvery tone and outstanding technique. We are so excited to have him return to SAF.
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We are currently seeking applicants for our 2025 Terrific Teen Talent Showcase which will be held Sunday, August 3rd at 4:00 p.m.
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Friday, Dec. 6th, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday Dec. 7th, 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 7th, 7:00 p.m.
The Smithfield High School Choraliers
Katie West, Director
Sing for Joy!
The Smithfield High School Choraliers, a group of auditioned, a cappella, chamber singers, who have developed a reputation for fine performances and large audiences, will delight the audience with three separate concerts over two days during the “Christmas in Smithfield” weekend. This year’s concerts will be held at Christ Episcopal Church, 111 S. Church Street, Smithfield, VA 23430, which is a change in venue from the five previous years at Historic St. Luke’s.
Tickets available online at Eventbrite.com by clicking here or at the door if space is available.
NOTE: There will be three identical performances. Please make sure you select the appropriate date and time when you purchase your tickets.
Saturday Dec. 7th, 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 7th, 7:00 p.m.
The Smithfield High School Choraliers
Katie West, Director
Sing for Joy!
The Smithfield High School Choraliers, a group of auditioned, a cappella, chamber singers, who have developed a reputation for fine performances and large audiences, will delight the audience with three separate concerts over two days during the “Christmas in Smithfield” weekend. This year’s concerts will be held at Christ Episcopal Church, 111 S. Church Street, Smithfield, VA 23430, which is a change in venue from the five previous years at Historic St. Luke’s.
Tickets available online at Eventbrite.com by clicking here or at the door if space is available.
NOTE: There will be three identical performances. Please make sure you select the appropriate date and time when you purchase your tickets.
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4:00 p.m. September 22nd, 2024
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4:00 p.m. August 4th, 2024
Terrific Teen Talent 2024
For over a decade, Sundays at Four has been providing this concert opportunity for promising young classical musicians. This year we welcome:
Soprano - Mary Reins
Violinist- David Zimmerman
Mezzo Soprano - Zaynah Weems
Cellist - Joshua Kang
Pianist - Cana Fass.
This event is open to the public without charge, but your donations are most appreciated to help keep our program alive.
Terrific Teen Talent 2024
For over a decade, Sundays at Four has been providing this concert opportunity for promising young classical musicians. This year we welcome:
Soprano - Mary Reins
Violinist- David Zimmerman
Mezzo Soprano - Zaynah Weems
Cellist - Joshua Kang
Pianist - Cana Fass.
This event is open to the public without charge, but your donations are most appreciated to help keep our program alive.
4:00 p.m. April 7, 2024
The Diehn Chorale
The F. Ludwig Diehn Chorale is a twenty voice select ensemble that performs a variety of music from chamber works to jazz. This ensemble is made up of Diehn Scholars and University Concert Choir Scholarship recipients who have demonstrated the highest levels of talent, commitment and energy. They are much sought after as performers of small ensemble literature and premiered selected works of Adolphus Hailstork, James Kosnik, Joseph Kasper and Rich Moriarty.
Tickets available at the door or online at Eventbrite.com
4:00 p.m. Sunday, May 12th, 2024
The Tidewater Cello Ensemble
The Tidewater Cello Ensemble is comprised of advanced cello students ages 11-18. Directed by cello teachers Susan & Erin Hines, they are based in Newport News, VA and perform in venues throughout Hampton Roads. The TCE performs many different styles of music from fiddle tunes to Bach!
Tickets available at the door or online at Eventbrite.Com
EARLIER THIS SEASON
4:00 p.m. Sunday, March 3rd, 2024
Joseph Vaz - Piano
Joseph has performed as soloist, collaborative artist, and chamber musician throughout the United States and in Europe. He is the grandson of the late Doris Rae Gwaltney, a noted local musician, playwright and author. His program will feature masterworks by Ravel, Chopin, Edward MacDowell, Schumann, Faure, William White, and local composer, Ed Bland.
Tickets will be available at the door or
Click Here to go to the Eventbrite website for advance ticketing.
Joseph Vaz - Piano
Joseph has performed as soloist, collaborative artist, and chamber musician throughout the United States and in Europe. He is the grandson of the late Doris Rae Gwaltney, a noted local musician, playwright and author. His program will feature masterworks by Ravel, Chopin, Edward MacDowell, Schumann, Faure, William White, and local composer, Ed Bland.
Tickets will be available at the door or
Click Here to go to the Eventbrite website for advance ticketing.
4:00 p.m. Sunday, November 12th, 2023
Music for Harp & Flute
Hye-Yun Chung Bennett & Wayne Hedrick
Sundays at Four is proud to welcome back this amazing duo for an afternoon
of classics from the flute & harp repertoire. The program feature compositions spanning over 350 years and will include works by Mozart, Lauber, Salzedo,
Tournier and more.
Tickets are $20 or $10 for students with a valid ID and
will be available at the door or can be obtained in advance
at Eventbrite.com by clicking HERE.
Music for Harp & Flute
Hye-Yun Chung Bennett & Wayne Hedrick
Sundays at Four is proud to welcome back this amazing duo for an afternoon
of classics from the flute & harp repertoire. The program feature compositions spanning over 350 years and will include works by Mozart, Lauber, Salzedo,
Tournier and more.
Tickets are $20 or $10 for students with a valid ID and
will be available at the door or can be obtained in advance
at Eventbrite.com by clicking HERE.
4:00 p.m. Sunday, August 6th, 2023
Terrific Teen Talent
Our most popular event each year as we showcase six young talents in the world of classical music. Featured this year are:
Liam Barnstead - Horn
Cristin Cho - Oboe
Noah Crumbly Cello
Beth Goddin - Soprano
Megan Springer - Piano
Sieun Yeom - Piano
A free will offering will be taken at the door.
Terrific Teen Talent
Our most popular event each year as we showcase six young talents in the world of classical music. Featured this year are:
Liam Barnstead - Horn
Cristin Cho - Oboe
Noah Crumbly Cello
Beth Goddin - Soprano
Megan Springer - Piano
Sieun Yeom - Piano
A free will offering will be taken at the door.
4:00 p.m. Sunday, February 19th, 2023
The Wren Masters
Now in their 19th season, the Wren masters will present a concert of Baroque music performed on recorder, baroque violin, viol da gamba and harpsichord. The program includes music by Telemann, Marin Marais, the viola da gamba player at the court of Louis XIV, and by the organ virtuoso Dieterich Buxtehude. The program also includes a trio sonata that Bach liked so much he wrote it in at least three different versions;
they will perform each of the four movements in a different configuration, fitting each of Bach’s reworkings of the piece.
This project is supported in part by the Virginia Commission for the Arts, which receives support from the Virginia General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts
Tickets are available at the door or online by clicking here to go to the EventBrite ticketing site
The Wren Masters
Now in their 19th season, the Wren masters will present a concert of Baroque music performed on recorder, baroque violin, viol da gamba and harpsichord. The program includes music by Telemann, Marin Marais, the viola da gamba player at the court of Louis XIV, and by the organ virtuoso Dieterich Buxtehude. The program also includes a trio sonata that Bach liked so much he wrote it in at least three different versions;
they will perform each of the four movements in a different configuration, fitting each of Bach’s reworkings of the piece.
This project is supported in part by the Virginia Commission for the Arts, which receives support from the Virginia General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts
Tickets are available at the door or online by clicking here to go to the EventBrite ticketing site
2022
4:00 p.m. Sunday, September 18th, 2022
Epic Tales: Chopin's Four Ballades
Smithfield native, Rebecca Willett returns to
Sundays at Four to perform an afternoon
of works by 19th century composer, Frédéric Chopin.
These four Ballades are some of the most foundational
works of the piano repertoire and influenced many
great composers who followed Chopin.
Tickets available at the door
Adult - $20 / Student with I.D. $10
The Second Ending Brass Quintet with organist, Heidi Bloch
Sunday, November 27th, 2022
Herald the Season II!
Festive Music for Organ & Brass
Join Organist, Heidi Bloch and the members of the Second Ending Brass Quintet as we bring back this holiday favorite to carry us into the festive season with music spanning the centuries.
Herald the Season II!
Festive Music for Organ & Brass
Join Organist, Heidi Bloch and the members of the Second Ending Brass Quintet as we bring back this holiday favorite to carry us into the festive season with music spanning the centuries.
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4:00 p.m. Sunday, July 3rd, 2022
The Colonial Singers of Williamsburg In their inaugural performance in Isle of Wight County, the Colonial Singers of Williamsburg with present a recital featuring traditional American folk songs and patriotic music to usher in the Independence Day holiday. Tickets available at the door or online here at Eventbrite Adult - $20 / Student with I.D. $10 |
4:00 p.m. Sunday, August7th. 2022
Terrific Teen Talent
Join us for our annual showcase of up-and-coming artists featuring six fine young musicians from throughout the Hampton Roads area.
Our soloists this year are:
Baritone vocalist - Chris Kirby-Saunders
Pianist - Lena Rice
Soprano vocalist - Anna Hubbard
Soprano Vocalist - Holly Romanelli
Clarinetist - Sadie Ford
Cellist - Diara Portillo
A free will offering will be taken at the door
4:00 p.m. Sunday, April 24th, 2022
The Botetourt Trio
Romantic Favorites by Brahms, Dvorak & Faure
Pianist - Rebecca Willett
Violinist - Christopher Taylor
Cellist Kevin Nguyen
Tickets available at the door or online here at Eventbrite
Adult - $20 / Student with I.D. $10
The Botetourt Trio
Romantic Favorites by Brahms, Dvorak & Faure
Pianist - Rebecca Willett
Violinist - Christopher Taylor
Cellist Kevin Nguyen
Tickets available at the door or online here at Eventbrite
Adult - $20 / Student with I.D. $10
The 2019 - 2020 Season
Unless noted otherwise, all concerts are hosted at Christ Episcopal Church
111 S. Church Street, Smithfield, VA and begin at 4:00 p.m.
Unless noted otherwise, all concerts are hosted at Christ Episcopal Church
111 S. Church Street, Smithfield, VA and begin at 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 8th, 2020
The Washington Sax Quartet
For more than 40 years, the Washington Sax Quartet has been the most-heard saxophone quartet in America. Their instruments evoke the refined sounds of a string quartet, the rich harmonies of an organ, and the excitement of a jazz sax section. The ensemble taps into a rich repertoire, from early music to newly commissioned works, and draws on a wealth of experience to reach listeners of every age and background.
This performance will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church at 201 Cedar Street in Smithfield.
The Washington Sax Quartet
For more than 40 years, the Washington Sax Quartet has been the most-heard saxophone quartet in America. Their instruments evoke the refined sounds of a string quartet, the rich harmonies of an organ, and the excitement of a jazz sax section. The ensemble taps into a rich repertoire, from early music to newly commissioned works, and draws on a wealth of experience to reach listeners of every age and background.
This performance will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church at 201 Cedar Street in Smithfield.
Sunday, April 19th, 2020
The Botetourt Chamber Singers
The Botetourt Chamber singers is a touring group performing regularly around Williamsburg at many popular events. The Bots will make their second appearance on the Sundays at Four series, and in 2020, the singers will travel to Japan and South Korea. The ensemble will sing a variety of choral literature from the Renaissance to contemporary works, including Jazz and Broadway. Bring the entire family!
Performance cancelled due to COVID-19
Sunday, August 2nd, 2020
Terrific Teen Talent
Our annual young talent showcase will present six exceptionally talented and already-recognized teenage musicians. Your generosity will support this on-going opportunity for young musicians, as well as the Nelson Linaburg Scholarship fund. There is no ticket charge, but a freewill offering will be taken.
Young Musicians interested in being a part of our Terrific Teen Talent performance
can click here for more information.
Sunday October 27th, 2019
The Wren Masters
The Wren Masters, an early music quartet from Williamsburg, will present an afternoon of chamber music from the 17th century for harpsichord, strings, and recorder. Composers will include Dowland, Holborne, and Byrd from England; and Castello, Turini, and Frescobaldi.
The Wren Masters
The Wren Masters, an early music quartet from Williamsburg, will present an afternoon of chamber music from the 17th century for harpsichord, strings, and recorder. Composers will include Dowland, Holborne, and Byrd from England; and Castello, Turini, and Frescobaldi.
Sunday, December 1st, 2019
Solo Youth Recital - Soprano Leah Shewmaker
Ms. Shewmaker is a graduate of Smithfield High School, and the Governor’s School for the Arts. Leah is now a senior majoring in vocal performance at James Madison University where she has sung opera roles in Dead Man Walking, Così fan Tutte, The Mikado, The Medium, and others. She will present a recital of artsongs, opera arias, and Broadway songs. A free-will contribution will be taken to support this young artist.
