The Sembrich’s 2025 World Music Wednesday series is back, starting July 2, with a performance by one of Canada’s top traditional folk ensembles, Cécilia. The group will present a lakeside concert of traditional Celtic and Quebecois folk tunes, full of vibrant rhythms and melodies, all delivered with a unique warmth and richness of expression.
Cécilia is made up of three of Canada’s finest musicians: Timi Turmel, Erin Leahy, and Louis Schryer. They honor their heritage through music, cultivating a fresh and high-spirited sound. The group blends multiple musical worlds together as they explore traditional, Celtic and Quebecois music. Each piece is carefully arranged and enhanced with influences from contemporary, classical, jazz, and swing styles. Their recent debut album, Accent, reflects their dedication to musical creation, offering vibrant rhythms and rich melodies.
We’re delighted to open this year’s World Music Wednesday series with these uniquely talented musicians. Cécilia’s reputation as one of the best folk ensembles on the scene is no exaggeration. The three talented musicians are not only masters of their craft, but also engaging and passionate advocates for the traditions they help preserve and promote.
Richard Wargo, The Sembrich’s Artistic Director
Each performance by Cécilia allows audience members to participate in not only the joy of the trio making music together, but also in the creation of a unique and memorable musical experience.
Cécilia’s performance, as well as all summer festival events, will take place at The Sembrich in Bolton Landing. The Sembrich features museum exhibitions centered on music, history and nature. Its annual summer festival offers an exciting mix of world-class musicians, noted musical scholars, a free film series and the opportunity to enjoy it on the shores of Lake George. The Sembrich is a distinctive cultural experience with its treasured museum, performance series and over four wooded acres of nature paths to explore. The museum and grounds are open daily from May 24 to October 13.
The performance is sponsored by Fenimore Asset Management. The Sembrich’s 2025 World Music Wednesday Series is also funded by the Touba Family Foundation.
Tickets for Cécilia’s performance are now available, along with tickets for the full 2025 summer season. More information and the full schedule can be found at TheSembrich.org/festival.
2025 Summer Festival Schedule
June 4, 2025 – 7:00 PM – Lake George Music Festival Season Preview
June 8, 2025 – 2:00 PM – Young Performers Showcase
June 14, 2025 – 2:00 PM – Gilded Melodies: Music for Saxophone, Voice, and Piano
June 19, 2025 – 7:00 PM – A Juneteenth Celebration – The World of William James Knapp
June 23, 2025 – 7:30 PM – FILM: The Age of Innocence (1993)
June 25, 2025 – 2:00 PM – Seagle Festival Season Preview
July 2, 2025 – 2:00 PM – World Music Wednesday: Cécilia
July 7, 2025 – 7:30 PM – FILM: ShowBusiness: The Road to Broadway (2007)
July 10, 2025 – 2:00 PM – Riding the Rails: Studio Talk & Gilded Age Tea
July 13, 2025 – 7:00 PM – In the Good Old Summertime: Counterpoint Vocal Ensemble
July 19, 2025 – 7:00 PM – Spira Piano Quartet
July 21, 2025 – 7:30 PM – FILM: Ragtime (1981)
July 25, 2025 – 10:00 AM – Children’s Program: Seagle Festival Children’s Opera
July 30, 2025 – 2:00 PM – A Latin American Musical Tour
July 31, 2025 – 11:00 AM – Latin American Children’s Performance (at the Charles R. Wood Theater)
August 2, 2025 – 7:00 PM – Undiscovered Gems of the Gilded Age
August 4, 2025 – 7:30 PM – FILM: A Real Pain (2025)
August 6, 2025 – 2:00 PM – STUDIO TALK: The Gilded Age TV Series with John Kenrick
August 7, 2025 – 11:00 AM – Children’s Program: Percussion Workshop with Jomion & the Uklos
August 7, 2025 – 7:00 PM – Jomion & The Uklos (Free Community Concert in Rogers Park, Bolton Landing)
August 17, 2025 – 7:00 PM – Members of the Philadelphia Orchestra
August 21, 2025 – 7:00 PM – Lakeside with Altissimo Arts
August 25, 2025 – 7:30 PM – FILM: The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964)
August 27, 2025 – 2:00 PM – World Music Wednesday: Skye Consort & Emma Björling
August 30, 2025 – 6:00 PM – Gala: A Gilded Age Musicale
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