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            [post_content] => The Jazz Sanctuary Season 2 kickoff event takes place on Friday, October 23rd at 8:00 PM at the United Parish in Brookline.

This premier performance features world-renowned Boston jazz heavyweights: award-winning trumpeter Jason Palmer and master pianist Kevin Harris. Taking full advantage of the vibrant, reverberant acoustics of the historic Gothic sanctuary, the longtime musical allies will perform a highly conversational, stripped-down duo set. They are showcasing material from their intimate SteepleChase Records album, Shorter Songs. The project is a brilliant homage to the legendary saxophonist Wayne Shorter, consisting entirely of sophisticated original contrafacts—newly penned melodies built over the complex harmonic chord structures of Shorter classics like Night Dreamer (transformed into Palmer's poignant waltz, 3rd Shift) and Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum (From Bones to Bread).

Palmer is recognized as one of the most compelling and influential trumpet players of his generation. Harris, an Associate Professor at Berklee College of Music, infuses the performance with deep exploratory layers of Black Gospel and Afro-Caribbean rhythmic traditions.

Jazz Sanctuary is a community-driven cultural initiative that transforms a historic sacred space into a vibrant hub for live music, art, and human connection.This performance marks the first of a five-night concert series running from October through May 2027, highlighting regional legends alongside international jazz innovators. The next fall installment is Friday, November 20th.  Operating on a strict "pay what you can" admission model, the series eliminates financial barriers to ensure elite live jazz remains open and accessible to all members of the community. All audience contributions directly support the performing artists and fund the church's community mission to revitalize its magnificent sacred space as a seasonal haven for live music, community gatherings, and worship.

Entry to the event is at 15 Marion Street, Brookline, MA. A wheelchair accessible ramp is located next to the Marion Street entrance.
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            [post_content] => Interested in joining? Here are your opportunities to check out the different music groups:

Chancel Choir "Open Sing: Thursday, September 3 at 7pm in the Choir Room

Children’s Choir “Open Sing”: Sunday, September 13 at 9:30am in the Choir Room

Handbell Choir “Open Ring”: Monday, September 28 at 7pm in the Sanctuary

Learn more below. 

 	
The Chancel Choir is a capable and dynamic group of enthusiastic singers that rehearses on Thursday evenings in the Choir Room, and leads music in worship upstairs in the Sanctuary from September through June. They sing music in a variety of styles, from Baroque to gospel, and perform larger works with instrumentalists 2-3 times a year. Singers develop vocal technique and musicianship with the help of professional section leaders, expand their musical repertoire, and cultivate friendships in a warm and inviting community of singers while serving the worship needs of the church. They welcome adults and teens who can carry a tune and have some choral singing experience. (Inexperienced singers start with one-on-one training sessions on an as needed basis.) Please reach out to Minister of Music Susan DeSelms at susan@upbrookline.orgto learn more about how to join the Chancel Choir. We welcome new members throughout the year.
 	
Children! Lift Your Voices and Sing!Help your child discover the joy of music, teamwork, and community! Children in 1st-6th* grade are invited to join the United Parish in Brookline Children’s Choir starting Sunday morning, September 13 at 9:30am in the Choir Room. In keeping with our organization's deeply progressive, radically inclusive, and affirming values, this choir is a warm and welcoming space where every young singer is celebrated. Together, children will learn basic vocal skills, explore diverse musical styles from a variety of cultures, and build confidence through faith-based songs rooted in love and justice. It is a wonderful way for elementary students to grow in their faith, make new friends, and share their unique voices with our congregation. This is for all elementary-aged children (no prior singing experience or auditions required!) *There is some flexibility in the age range - reach out to Susan DeSelms if you think your kindergartner might be ready! To sign up or learn more, reach out to Minister of Music Susan DeSelms at susan@upbrookline.org.
 	
United Parish Ringers, our handbell choir directed by Tricia Kopko, welcomes experienced and novice adults and teens, and rehearses Monday evenings from 7:30-9pm in the Sanctuary starting in October. They play 6-7 times a year, with 3-4 rehearsals leading up to each performance in worship. Repertoire is planned and adapted for the number of ringers signed up for each rehearsal/performance block. Learn more at an “Open Ring” on Monday, September 28 at 7pm in the Sanctuary. For more information, contact Tricia Kopko at bellchoir@upbrookline.org.

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            [post_content] => United Parish will be participating in this year's edition of Brookline Day in Coolidge Corner, happening on Sunday, September 27 from 11am-3pm.

This is a great opportunity to show up in a space where our neighborhood gathers, meet people who may be looking for a new church home, and connect our community to all of the great resources United Parish and our building partners provide.

Last year, I asked many table visitors if they were familiar with the church and nearly 95% of them told me, "Oh of course! We love UP!" It was such a great reminder for me of how our presence extends far beyond people who attend services and how vital of a community space we are.

So if you are a veritable schmooze-guru, or if you love talking about what the United Parish means to you, or if you just like sitting outside on an early Fall day and chatting with neighbors, join us tabling on September 27!

Please click here if you would like to help.

Thank you in advance and feel free to reach out to me (Connor I.) if you have any questions.


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