Tara Helen O'Connor
Artistic Director
“My goal is to present world-class performances where artistry and connection endure.”
– Tara Helen O’Connor, Artistic Director
News & Events
Trio Animoso: Essex Winter Series 2026 Emerging Artists Community Outreach
On March 22, 2026 the award-winning Trio Animoso will grace the stage at Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek in Chester, CT for our next concert of the Essex Winter Series (EWS) season. This phenomenal group of young artists – Sophia Jean, flute; Julian Seney, viola;...
Zip06 Celebrates New EWS Artistic Director Tara Helen O’Connor as Person of the Week
Mother Nature has slowed our season start, but with a concert just around the corner, our new Artistic Director – Tara Helen O'Connor – is quite excited to meet the folks in our community. With the retirement of Mihae Lee from our series after 15 years, Tara knows she...
January 25 Concert Rescheduled to November 8, 2026
Mother Nature - and the weather reporters – have had their say! Our first concert of the 2026 season has been cancelled and rescheduled for November 8, 2026. Timeless Bonds & Renewed Horizons with violinist Ani Kavafian, cellist Peter Wiley, flutist Tara Helen...
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