Tuesday, December 31, 2024 Happy New Year! You’re invited to attend First Night—Northampton’s most beloved signature event. Since 1985, First Night Northampton has filled Paradise City with a 12-hour, family-friendly festival of the arts, culminating in a traditional ball-raising from the roof of the Hotel Northampton. Gather with friends, neighbors, and visitors at over 20 terrific downtown venues for an astounding array of entertainment presented by hundreds of talented performers.
Peter Blanchette performs his award winning, critically acclaimed arrangements of music from medieval to modern on the 11-string instrument of his invention. Peter will be joined by surprise guests from the world of classical and popular music, performing unique versions of classical and Pop music, along w Bach and British Isles folk.