Established in 1876, the Unitarian Society of Santa Barbara is a free religious community, dedicated to the search for truth and the love of humankind. Although we have no creed or dogma, we support one another in the search for truth, knowing that there is no end to its revelation.
The Unitarian Society of Santa Barbara is located at 1535 Santa Barbara Street, at the corner of Santa Barbara and Arrellaga Streets. Concerts are held in our acoustically live Sanctuary unless otherwise noted. Ticket donations are accepted at the door. All are welcome!
Violist Helen Callus
Violist Helen Callus Will Perform the Bach Masterpiece, Suites for Solo Cello in a Series of Free Concerts on March 7 and May 30 at 3:00 PM
Professor Helen Callus, one of the most outstanding violists in the country, will perform all six of Bach's Suites for solo cello in a series of three concerts beginning on March 7th at 3:00 PM at the Unitarian Society.
These free concerts are part of her preparation for an upcoming recording of these works. Each concert will feature two of the Suites and include a discussion led by Professor of Musicology Derek Katz to discuss the historical context of the works and the process of performing and recording.
The other free concerts will be performed on May 30th and in the Fall in the Sanctuary of the Unitarian Society, located at 1535 Santa Barbara Street. These concerts are free to the public.
Ellen Rockne in Concert
Saturday, March 27 at 7:00 PM in the Sanctuary
Our wonderful Ellen Rockne has prepared a special cabaret theater performance that she is calling “Coming Home Again”. The word “cabaret” means “small room”, and a hallmark of her past concerts is cozy intimacy--flavored with delicious irreverence! She reminds us that home can mean many things in these crazy times, but for this special night, let’s say that home is the music we make, the stories we tell, and perhaps one pair of sexy red shoes!
Bring your friends for this evening of song and lively stories--suggested donation is $15 general and $10 seniors. Students are our guests. The proceeds will benefit the new Warming Shelter program at the Society.
For more information, send your inquires to Ellen at
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