As we enter the heart of the Advent and Christmas season, St. Joseph University Parish is once again honored to open our doors to the Western New York community for a month of extraordinary music. December at St. Joe’s has become a beloved tradition — a time when our sacred space is filled with light, warmth, and the voices of gifted local ensembles who help lift our hearts toward the true meaning of the season.
This year, we are thrilled to welcome three outstanding musical groups whose concerts promise to inspire, comfort, and unite us.
Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus – Handel’s Messiah
December 6 at 7:30 PM
Few works capture the spirit of Advent like Handel’s Messiah. Experience this powerful and timeless masterpiece performed by the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus in the resonant beauty of St. Joe’s.
🎟 Tickets:
https://bpchorus.org/concerts/current-season/event:handels-messiah-olv/#
Harmonia Chamber Singers – Christmas Concert
December 12 at 7:30 PM
Renowned for their precision, artistry, and rich choral sound, Harmonia returns to St. Joe’s with a concert that brings peace, joy, and the warmth of the season.
Buffalo Choral Arts Society – Love’s Pure Light: A Sacred Christmas
December 14 at 4 PM
Join the Buffalo Choral Arts Society for an afternoon of sacred Christmas music that inspires and uplifts. Love’s Pure Light is a radiant celebration of the beauty of the season.
🎟 Tickets:
https://buffalochoralarts.ludus.com/select.php
Advent Mini-Concerts – A “Sampler Platter” of Musical Reflection
Spice up your Wednesday nights in Advent with three bite-sized concerts at 7:30 PM at St. Joseph University Parish! Each 30–45 minute mini-concert serves up a fun, flavorful mix of music—think of it as a seasonal tasting menu for your ears. Enjoy performances by talented musicians from the UB Music Department, our own vibrant music ministries, and artists from across the WNY community. Come sample the sounds of the season!
A Celebration of Community Through Music
These concerts draw people from across Western New York into the beauty of our church — a reminder that music has a unique way of creating connection and renewing our spirits. We are grateful to host these exceptional ensembles and to welcome all who join us.
We invite you, your family, and your friends to be part of Music at St. Joe’s 2025 and to experience these inspirational performances as we prepare our hearts for Christmas.
