HANDEL WITH CANDLES: Spire Presents an Atmospheric Messiah
DEC 15 | KC Arts Beat Patrick Neas introduces Spire Chamber Ensemble’s upcoming performance of Handel’s Messiah at the Folly Theater in downtown Kansas City with a
PRESS: Spire Chamber Ensemble Concert Benefits Children’s Mercy
Step back in time this holiday season as the Spire Chamber Ensemble presents Handel’s Messiah by Candlelight on Tuesday, Dec. 23, at 7 p.m. at the historic Folly Theater, 300
Children’s Mercy Collaborates With Spire Chamber Ensemble At Messiah Concerts
A Tradition of Giving Since 1742
In the spirit of Handel’s first Messiah—premiered as a charity concert in 1742—Spire invites you to support Children’s Mercy this season.
Bring a new, unwrapped toy or make a financial contribution at the December 23 performance. Your generosity brings joy, comfort, and moments of hope to children receiving care.
(All items must be new, latex-free, odor-free, and in original packaging. See list of most-needed items and guidelines, here.)
Spire Chamber Ensemble Benefit Gala 2026
You're invited to special evening where harmony meets illumination and voices truly inspire — all for the future of Spire.
Review: Spire Chamber Ensemble Delivers Stirring Vocal Performance
"Out of the gate Spire’s vocal sound is highly impressive: rich, full-bodied and historically informed." KC Studio critic Tim McDonald lauds Spire Chamber Ensemble’s Reflections concert for its precision and artistry.
Spire Chamber Ensemble Presents “Reflections”: A Musical Journey Through Five Centuries
The Spire Chamber Ensemble, in collaboration with the acclaimed William Jewell College Concert Choir, will present "Reflections," an extraordinary concert experience that bridges five centuries of choral music through inspired pairings of Renaissance masterworks and contemporary compositions.
