Thurston Consort

T
he Thurston Consort is part of the rich tapestry of concert music found in North Central Massachusetts; a region with highly acclaimed music schools, respected symphony orchestras, and choral ensembles. A first-rate university music program and old fashion summer band concerts from old fashion bandstands on town commons across the region. There are early music festivals in scenic New England hamlets and world-class period piano concerts and recitals on historic keyboards.

Our Mission

The Thurston Consort is an ensemble and musical organization that provides quality chamber music concert opportunities for established regional musicians, attract choice musicians to Fitchburg, develop and retain young regional musicians and present performances that are intelligent, reflecting our region’s cultural heritage and diversity.

Upcoming Performances

Thurston Consort Duet Ensemble will begin our regular monthly Downtown Fitchburg concerts starting in February and will perform throughout the year. Our monthly schedule will be announced.

  • Friday, April 18th at 12pm – Thurston Consort Duet Ensemble
    The Thurston Consort Duet Ensemble will be in performance at Fitchburg City Hall for a noon hour concert starting 12 pm to 1 pm.  Our performance is part of Fitchburg’s annual 01420 Celebrations..  Our performance is made possible through funds provided by the Fitchburg Cultural Council and the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts.
  • Saturday, May 31st at 1pm — Thurston Consort Full Ensemble
    The Thurston Consort will be in concert on Saturday, May 31st, 2025, performing for a Friends of Fitchburg Cemeteries fundraiser at the Abbey Mausoleum, Forest Hill Cemetery, 115 Mt. Elam Road.  The Thurston Consort will be joined by our Guest Artist, Siliva Boto on Piano.  Our performance is made possible through funds provided by the Fitchburg Cultural Council, the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts and the Fitchburg Creative City Partnership. Seating is limited, please RSVP at [email protected]

Thank you to our sponsors!