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Visit http://emersonhealth.org/EmerSong for Information and Tickets
[Event listing courtesy of the Friends of Emerson Health]
The Friends of Emerson Health is pleased to present its 8th annual EmerSong – an A Cappella Festival – to benefit programs at Emerson for patients receiving mental health care. The community is invited to attend EmerSong at one of two shows on Saturday, March 7, 2026 – a 3:00 p.m. matinee and a 7:30 p.m. evening show at 51 Walden Performing Arts Center, 51 Walden Street in Concord. Doors will open at 2:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., respectively.
High school, college, and adult a cappella groups, including those from Concord, Weston and Lexington, will come together for a lively music festival using only their voices as instruments. Proceeds from EmerSong will benefit behavioral and mental health patients at Emerson, including relaxation tools for adolescents seen in the Emergency Department, music and gardening therapy groups for patients, and staff education and training.
Some amazing groups from local universities and high schools will fill out this year’s bill in both shows, including the Radcliffe Pitches, Brandeis University’s Up The Octave, Tufts sQ!, Brandeis’ Voicemale, Amherst Zumbyes, Concord-Carlisle’s Take Notes, Lexington High School’s PBJ and Weston High School’s Pralines. Adult groups include Broadband and The Works, both of which have members from Concord, Weston and surrounding towns.
The shows will be emceed by Concord resident Tom Rutledge and will include cabaret-style seating, snacks, soft drinks, and a cash bar at the evening show. Tickets are $35 each. For information, to purchase tickets, or to donate to help support Emerson’s life-saving behavioral health services, visit emersonhealth.org/emersong. Advanced ticket purchase is recommended, as these shows often sell out.
“We provide compassionate care 24/7 to people throughout our region experiencing mental health crises, helping them regain stability, health, and hope,” said Steve Reider, Director of Behavioral Health at Emerson Hospital. “Music is proven to reduce anxiety and support mental health and we are proud to benefit from EmerSong – an uplifting community event.”
The Friends of Emerson Health thanks over 30 generous sponsors of EmerSong including: Christine Schuster, President & CEO; P. Sutherland Group, Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest; The Thoreau Club; ‘Wiched Generation Podcast; Westford Kiwanis, and Emerson Health.
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About the Friends of Emerson Health
The Friends of Emerson Health (formerly the Auxiliary of Emerson Health) supports Emerson through increased community awareness, health-related education, and fundraising initiatives. Over the past 40 years, the Friends’ fundraising efforts have raised more than $6 million for hospital equipment, facilities, education, and services. For more information about the The Friends, email [email protected], or visit EmersonHealth.org/Friends.
About Emerson Health
More than 300,000 people throughout the region trust Emerson Health’s experienced doctors and clinicians for their care. With Emerson Hospital in Concord, Mass., primary and specialty care centers in Bedford, Concord, Sudbury, Groton, and Westford, and urgent care centers in Hudson, Littleton, and Maynard, the community depends on Emerson Health for advanced, personalized care at every stage of life. Learn more at www.emersonhealth.org.