And there was light: By the end of the 16th century at the latest, affect had become an indispensable component of music. Stylus luxurians – "luminous style" – is what music theorist and composer Christoph Bernhard calls this creative device, which was also prevalent in the Baroque period and is characterized by theatricality and intense emotional expression. The Ensemble Astrum researches, experiments, and creates. In their program "And there was light ," the trio of artists led by award-winning Salzburg recorder player Felix Gutschi and Dutch soprano Noëlle Drost dedicate themselves to the stylus luxurians and take the audience on an emotionally profound journey through the Renaissance, Baroque, and early Classical periods.

Museum Concert: Ensemble Astrum And there was

Mozart Residence

The Ensemble Masques, led by harpsichordist Olivier Fortin, opens this season's harpsichord focus with 18th-century French chamber music. The program includes several solo harpsichord concertos by Baroque master Jean-Philippe Rameau and his contemporaries.

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Ensemble Masques / Olivier Fortin, Cembalo

Elbphilharmonie Hamburg

Trio Sonatas

Royal Academy of Music

Louise Brugger Bidwell teaches piano at UC Berkeley in the Music 168C Program. She is trained as a pianist and composer and enjoys playing a variety of the wonderful keyboard instruments in the UCB Music Department. She has studied composition at UC Berkeley and gave piano concerts at Stanford for ten years while studying with Adolph Baller. She has performed many concerts at UC Berkeley on the departments historic Erard and Wieck pianos. Her interest in the harpsichord and early keyboard instruments has developed in recent years. Besides attending Professor Davitt Moroney’s course on French Music and Poetry, she also attended his Masterclass in the Music of William Byrd at the Flint Collection in Delaware. She gave concerts of William Byrd’s Music in a Noon Concert and at the Women’s Faculty Club. In 2020, she gave an on-line concert at the Women’s Faculty Club to celebrate JS Bach’s Birthday. She has given concerts at the Women’s Faculty Club and at St. Alban’s Church in Albany featuring Élisabeth Jacquet de La Guerre, Johann Jakob Froberger, François Couperin and others, including John Thow and Jeremy Hunt.

Friday Concert: Keyboard Music from England, France, Germany and Spain

University of California, Berkeley

Renowned for her insightful interpretations characterized by a blend of passion, introspection, and profound expressiveness, Marina Grozdanovic is a pianist celebrated for her ability to engage in a transcendent dialogue with the audience, while drawing them into the depths of music. Her performances stand as a testament to her interpretive prowess, delivering the essence of the composer’s vision with authenticity, vitality and transformative power. She is an internationally acclaimed pianist, and some of her performance highlights include the Beverly Hills International Music Festival at Greystone Mansion in Los Angeles; the Ravinia Music Festival in Chicago; the Kolarac Music Hall in Belgrade, Serbia; the National Gallery in Oslo, Norway; Les Dimanches Musicaux and Atelier Concert Series in Paris; St. Olave’s Church and St. Mary Abbot’s Church in London; and performances with the Bombay Chamber Orchestra in India. She was recently showcased as a distinguished guest performer on Serbian national television, RTS.

Marina Grozdanovic

Logan House

It’s a fusion of reggae, classical, jazz and blues! Come for the unexpected and whimsical in casual, club-like quarters as MSO explores time-honored and unconventional instruments in cutting-edge works. Viet Cuong’s fascinating percussion quartet concerto Re(new)al brilliantly opens an evening that tucks into Thomas Adés’ intriguing arrangements of François Couperin’s Les Barricades Mistérieuses and Madness’ stress-test hit Cardiac Arrest. Brace yourself for the fab finish of DBR’s Voodoo Violin!

Quad Fusion

Duling Hall Live Music & Events

With a varied and original choice of music, exchanges and a convivial atmosphere with the musicians, the Apéro series offers unique and privileged encounters. The program features French and Italian Baroque music.

Les Goûts Réunis

Palais Montcalm

EXPRESS CONCERT: Bach’s First Orchestral Suite

Wooddale Church

St. Andrew's Lutheran Church

St. Paul's United Church of Christ

Between Wednesday 13 – Saturday 23 August, Chetham’s International Piano Summer School brings world class and legendary musicians to a vibrant, supportive community in central Manchester. Alongside lectures, open lessons and opportunities to develop new skills, you can discover a daily programme of recitals from world-class performers.

Chetham’s International Piano Summer School 2025 – Day Seven

The Stoller Hall

In addition to numerous awards, including the Gramophone Editor's Choice Award for the album "Rhapsody," Martin James Bartlett has already achieved several milestones in his career. With his daring technique and elegant maturity, he has impressed not only the international music press but also the British royal family: In 2016, the Englishman personally performed at the Queen's 90th birthday celebrations. Following his magnificent performances at our Mozart Nights in 2022 and 2023, we are now pleased to welcome the pianist to a piano recital at Schloss Johannisberg with a program spanning several eras and inspired by dance.

Martin James Bartlett, piano

Schloss Johannisberg

Playing the organ demands not only virtuosity, but full-body involvement: in addition to the keys, the pedals have to be played with one’s feet. Thomas Ospital, originally from the French Basque Country, has mastered this art like few others. Born in 1990, he has been the titular organist at the great organ of Saint-Eustache in Paris since 2015. He calls artists playing the organ adventurers, since they always have to adjust to new instruments and new spaces – usually with very little time.

Organ Recital Thomas Ospital

Freiberg Cathedral

CNDM. Nevermind

National Music Auditorium

Pianist and composer Mikael Darmanie performs an eclectic program showcasing the musical perspectives that have most influenced his own, from Olivier Messiaen, Robert Schumann and Alexander Scriabin to Erykah Badu. Darmanie says, “At first glance it’s giving music-streaming-app-playlist-on-shuffle vibes, but at its core, it represents the intersection of two disparate systems: the eclecticism of today’s algorithmic based society and the indifference of nature.”

Mikael Darmanie, piano

Kaufman Music Center

Experience the innovative sounds of the Owls string quartet at Cal Performances during the 2024-25 season. This unique ensemble, featuring the creative talents of Alexi Kenney (violin), Ayane Kozasa (viola), Gabriel Cabezas (cello), and Paul Wiancko (cello), is set to captivate audiences with their original arrangements and deep investment in each piece they perform. The concert will take place on April 13, 2025, at 3pm in the acoustically renowned Hertz Hall.

The Owls' repertoire for this performance includes a diverse mix of compositions, showcasing works by cellist Paul Wiancko, Azerbaijani composer Franghiz Ali-Zadeh, minimalism pioneer Terry Riley, jazz legend Chick Corea, indie rock duo Trollstilt, and French Baroque composer François Couperin. Highlights of the program include Corea's "Children’s Song No. 12," Wiancko's "Vox Petra" and "When the Night," Ali-Zadeh's "Rəqs," Couperin's "Les Barricades Mystérieuses," Trollstilt's "Ricercar," and Riley's "Good Medicine from Salome Dances for Peace."

Tickets for this one-of-a-kind performance start at $74, with season subscriptions available now and single tickets going on sale on August 6 at noon. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the Owls quartet redefine chamber music with their innovative arrangements and captivating performances.

Owls

In bloom

Wallraf-Richartz-Museum & Fondation Corboud

Pre-College Faculty Recital: Yueh Chou, baroque and modern bassoons

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

Experience the evocative sounds of "The Hunting Horn: Handel, Couperin & Bach," a captivating concert by the Portland Baroque Orchestra. This performance features a rich blend of horn, oboe, violin, and harpsichord, taking the audience on a musical journey through the European countryside. The program opens with Stölzel’s Sonata, whose simplicity beautifully captures the essence of the outdoors. As the concert progresses, the complexity of the music intensifies with compositions by Telemann and Fasch, reflecting the excitement and intensity of the hunt. These pieces pay homage to the horn’s crucial role in signaling and guiding the pursuit. The concert also includes Handel’s Suite in D Major, arranged by Andrew Clark, Couperin’s Suite from the Concerts royaux, and Bach’s Sonata for violin and harpsichord in E Minor. Under the artistic direction of Julian Perkins and featuring Andrew Clark on the horn, this performance promises a vivid and dynamic exploration of baroque music, celebrating the spirited chase and the majestic sounds of the hunt.

The Hunting Horn: Handel, Couperin & Bach

Sanctuary Hall at First Congregational UCC

Experience an unforgettable evening of music that bridges the past and present at the MainStage Live event featuring Les Délices with Nicholas Phan. This remarkable concert is scheduled for February 24, 2025, at 7:30 PM, taking place at the prestigious PNC Theatre located at 350 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222.

This unique performance will showcase an exquisite blend of Baroque-era masterpieces and contemporary compositions, challenging and expanding the boundaries of early music. The evening will feature works by Michel Pignolet de Montéclair, Marin Marais, François Couperin, and the Pittsburgh debut of "A Moment’s Oblivion" by Vietnamese-American composer Viet Cuong. This world premiere, commissioned by Les Délices, draws inspiration from a traditional Chinese Confucian myth, exploring themes of illness, memory loss, healing, and acceptance through the lens of experimental treatments.

Grammy-nominated tenor Nicholas Phan, celebrated for his captivating stage presence and exceptional musicianship, will join forces with the early music ensemble Les Délices. Together, they will weave a narrative that connects Baroque traditions with modern sensibilities, highlighted by the performance of period instruments.

Les Délices, known for their innovative programming and world-class performances, features a talented lineup including Shelby Yamin on violin, Mark Edwards on harpsichord, Debra Nagy on baroque oboe, and Rebecca Landell on baroque cello and viola da gamba.

Don't miss this first installment of Les Délices’ ambitious Mythology Project, a groundbreaking concert series that redefines early music by integrating new commissioned works performed on period instruments. This event promises to be a journey of musical discovery, delighting and inspiring audiences with a fresh perspective on music from the Baroque era and beyond.

Les Délices With Nicholas Phan

PPU Pittsburgh Playhouse

Travel through three centuries of French music with organist and composer Jean-Baptiste Robin for a concert that will splendour on the Grand Orgue Pierre-Béique.

Ravel and Debussy on the Organ

Place des Arts

Breathe in sound and silence through guided meditation as you listen to music more viscerally than ever before, meditating to the playing of guitarist Raphaël Feuillâtre, guided by Matthew Weiner, Associate Dean in the Princeton University Office of Religious Life. This is a FREE, unticketed opportunity to indulge in attentive, focused, and mindful listening.

Live Music Meditation: Raphaël Feuillâtre, Guitar

Richardson Auditorium

### Event Description: Raphaël Feuillâtre - Princeton University Concerts

**Event:** Raphaël Feuillâtre, Guitar  
**Date:** Wednesday, February 5, 2025  
**Time:** 6:00 PM EST - 9:00 PM EST  
**Venue:** Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton University

#### About the Event:
Join us for an enchanting evening as Raphaël Feuillâtre makes his Princeton University Concerts debut. This event is part of the "Performances Up Close" series, where the audience is seated onstage alongside the musicians, creating an intimate and immersive experience. The 28-year-old Djibouti-French guitar phenom will present an hour-long program that showcases his exceptional talent and the vibrant soundscape of the classical guitar.

#### Program:
- **J.S. Bach:** Prelude No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846 from The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1
- **J.S. Bach:** Concerto in D Major, BWV 972
- **François Couperin:** Les Barricades Mystérieuses
- **Jacques Duphly:** Médée
- **Pancrace Royer:** L’aimable
- **Miguel Llobet Solés:** Variations on a Theme of Sor La Folia
- **Two Catalan Folk Songs**
- **Julián Arcas:** Fantasia on themes from La Traviata
- **Francisco Tárrega:** Three Preludes
- **Agustín Barrios Mangoré:** La Catedral
- **Astor Piazzolla:** Adios Nonino

#### Ticket Information:
- **Current Availability:** This event is currently available only as part of a Deluxe Package Subscription or through the Princeton University Student Early Bird program.
- **Single Tickets:** Single tickets will go on sale on Monday, August 5 at noon Eastern time.

#### Artist's Note:
"My goal is always to allow the guitar to sing. I get so immersed in the sound world of whatever I’m playing that I totally forget about my instrument." - Raphaël Feuillâtre

#### Additional Information:
For directions, parking, and accessibility information, please visit the [Venue & Accessibility](#) page. 

Don't miss this opportunity to witness a rising star in the world of classical guitar in an up-close and personal setting. Add this event to your calendar and prepare to be captivated by Raphaël Feuillâtre's extraordinary performance.

Raphaël Feuillâtre, Guitar

Alexander Hall

### Event Description: Raphaël Feuillâtre Peoples' Symphony Concerts

#### Event Overview:
Join us for an extraordinary evening of classical guitar as Raphaël Feuillâtre makes his highly anticipated New York City debut. This event is part of the Salomon Series and will take place on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM at The Town Hall. For those unable to attend in person, a virtual concert will be available from Monday, February 3 to Saturday, February 8, 2025.

#### Performer:
**Raphaël Feuillâtre**  
Hailed as the new face of classical guitar worldwide, Raphaël Feuillâtre captivates audiences and critics alike with his profound interpretations, dazzling virtuosity, and rich repertoire. He is a Deutsche Grammophon guitar star and has received support from the Savarez string company, playing on Creation Cantiga Premium strings.

#### Program:
Experience a diverse and captivating program featuring works by J.S. Bach and his contemporaries, as well as other classical masterpieces:

- **J. S. Bach**: Prelude No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846 (arr. R. Feuillâtre)
- **F. Couperin**: Les barricades mystérieuses (arr. A. Fougeray)
- **J. Duphly**: Médée (arr. A. Fougeray)
- **J. S. Bach**: Concerto in D Major, BWV 972 after A. Vivaldi (arr. J. Perroy)
- **D. Scarlatti**: Sonata K. 208 (arr. G. Abiton)
- **M. L. Solés**: Variations on a theme of Sor La Folia

**Intermission**

- **J. Arcas**: Fantasia on themes from La Traviata
- **M. L. Solés**: Two Catalan folk songs
- **I. Albéniz**: V. Asturias Leyanda from Suite española No. 1, Op. 47 (transcribed for guitar)
- **F. Tarrega**: Three Preludes in E Major, in f-sharp minor, in D Major
- **A. B. Mangoré**: La Catedral
- **A. Piazzolla**: Adios Nonino
- **R. Dyens**: Triaela, III. Clown Down Gismonti at the circus

#### Ticket Information:
- **Salomon Series Tickets**: Available for purchase.
- **Single Tickets**: Starting at $25 for rear/side seating, available after October 7, 2024.

#### Additional Information:
- **Exclusive Management**: ARTS MANAGEMENT GROUP, INC., 130 W. 57th St., New York, NY 10019
- **Discography**: DEUTSCHE GRAMMOPHON, NAXOS, JSM GUITAR RECORDS

Don't miss this unique opportunity to witness the brilliance of Raphaël Feuillâtre live in concert. Secure your tickets now and be part of an unforgettable musical experience.

Raphaël Feuillâtre

The Town Hall

The piano recital is one of the most distinguished forms of chamber music. The wonderful young pianist Federico Colli returns to the Rudolfinum in January for a programme of romantic works performed alongside Czech music from the inimitable Leoš Janáček.

Czech Chamber Music Society • Federico Colli

Rudolfinum

Experience the artistry of Miloš, a Montenegro-born classical guitarist who is redefining the genre with his innovative approach and profound musicality. Recognized by BBC Music Magazine as one of the Six of the Best Classical Guitarists of the Past Century, Miloš has captivated audiences worldwide with his thrilling virtuosity and deeply meditative performances. His repertoire spans baroque and baroque-inspired compositions, offering a unique interpretation that breathes new life into timeless pieces. 

Miloš's career skyrocketed with the release of his best-selling debut album, Mediterraneo, and he has since continued to enchant listeners through extensive touring, chart-topping recordings, and television appearances. Now an exclusive artist with SONY Classical, his latest album, Baroque, showcases a carefully curated selection of baroque works transcribed and arranged for the guitar, both solo and in collaboration with Jonathan Cohen and his ensemble Arcangelo. 

In addition to his passion for classical repertoire, Miloš is dedicated to expanding the guitar's horizons with new music. His recent release, The Moon and the Forest, features world premiere concerti by Howard Shore and Joby Talbot. Over the past decade, Miloš has played a pivotal role in the resurgence of classical guitar's popularity, inspiring a new generation of guitarists through his Schott’s Play Guitar with Miloš series.

Miloš has performed as a soloist with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras, including the London and LA Philharmonics, Atlanta Symphony, and the Philadelphia Orchestra. His sold-out solo recital at the Royal Albert Hall was a critical sensation, and he continues to perform at major venues and festivals globally. A passionate advocate for music education, Miloš supports numerous charities and recently launched the Miloš Karadaglić Foundation to empower young musicians.

Miloš Guitar

War Memorial and Performing Arts Center

What could be more splendid, more magnificent, more powerful than the music composed for the wedding of the Sun King Louis XIV? Vincent Dumestre and his baroque ensemble Le Poème Harmonique convey an impression of the unique splendor of this wedding music.

The Harmonic Poem | Vincent Dumestre

Museum Ludwig

Movements from François Couperin’s chamber suites (published in 1724) open this French programme, which closes with the rare sonata by Léon Boëllmann (1862-97), published in the year of the composer’s death.

Gary Hoffman cello; David Selig piano

Wigmore Hall

The clavichord instrument emerged in the 1400’s, as referenced to an instrument owned by John II, the Good King of France, called an eschiquier, which resembled an organ, but operated by means of strings, according to writings of the king’s doctor, Henri Arnaut. The word “Clavichord” appeared in German writings during this time, and a German altar-carving from 1425 depicts the instrument. Like the harpsichord, it combined the keyboard of the organ, but incorporated the hammers striking strings found in the Renaissance dulcimer. By the Baroque era, the clavichord had become the predominant practice instrument and compositional tool for composers. Sound is created when brass strings are struck by tangents, which are small metal blades. Because of the instrument’s size and construction, it could not produce a sound loud enough to be used for performance outside of private home concerts.

The Art of the Touch

Salmagundi Club

The Art of the Touch program features a rare William Hyman French double harpsichord and Hass/Robert Van Brandt clavichord. Performers are Avi Stein, Masayuki Maki, Chaeyung Park, & Sandra Miller, flauto traverso. Program features: Couperin Pièces de clavecin; C.P.E. Bach Sonata for obbligato flute; J.S. Bach Chromatic Fantasy; Messiaen, Ligeti, and female composer Ana Sokolovic.

American Classical Orchestra

Death and the Maiden

Naples Philharmonic

One of the most exciting classical guitarists of his generation, Raphaël Feuillâtre has been praised for “his amazing sensitivity to his music and ability to create varied and beautiful soundscapes with his instrument” (Herald Tribune). The French guitarist’s PCMS debut offers an inspiring range of repertoire, spanning from Johann Sebastian Bach to the 20th century.

Raphaël Feuillâtre, guitar

 Benjamin Franklin Hall

Owls flips the script on the classic string quartet as a double-cello ensemble with an edge, featuring violinist Alexi Kenney, violist Ayane Kozasa, and cellists Gabriel Cabezas and Paul Wiancko of Kronos Quartet fame. In a single performance, they fuse new works with original arrangements of music from the 1600s to the present, covering a vast timeline that includes Chick Corea to François Couperin. With their distinctive instrumentation and collective creativity, they access beautiful and exhilarating new sounds in a diverse program that spans over 300 years of music history.

Logan Center

PC Faculty Recital: Elizabeth Dorman, Piano

The French harpsichordist, suggested The Washington Post, ‘is a master of his instrument with the sort of communicative gifts normally encountered in musicians twice his age. He internalizes the music he plays so completely that any interpretative ambivalence or miscalculation is unthinkable’. Jean Rondeau names his programme after a well-known piece with an enigmatic title by François Couperin, whose music features alongside that of Rameau and Joseph-Nicolas-Pancrace Royer (c.1705-55), members of a younger generation of Couperin’s colleagues.

Jean Rondeau harpsichord

Autumn Classics: Anchorage Subscription Concert 5 - Awadagin Pratt In Recital

Fine Arts Building

Marianne Gedigian, Flute

Alice Pratt Brown Hall

Flutist and program curator Catherine Gregory, percussionist Ian Rosenbaum, and soprano Ariadne Greif, explore the relationship of sound, breath, and life through a collection of newly written miniatures by a diverse array of composers. The human voice and percussion join the flute to fashion a trio of the world’s oldest instruments in this theatrically conceived program, Just Breath(e).

Works by Timo Andres, Clarice Assad, Kinan Azmeh, Juhi Bansal, Viet Cuong, Ellis Ludwig-Leone, Diane Monroe and Matthew Evan Taylor are intertwined with specially arranged works by Raven Chacon, Chris Cerrone, and Kevin Puts that play on the same theme.

Music Hike II: Just Breath(E)

Moab Wilderness

We are delighted to welcome the quartet collective Owls for their Tippet Rise debut. Each an artistic force in their own right, violinist Alexi Kenney, violist Ayane Kozasa, cellist Gabriel Cabezas, and cellist-composer Paul Wiancko share an uncommonly fierce creative spirit which drives the quartet to challenge the way meaningful concert experiences are conceived. Their performance begins with Wiancko’s Vox Petra, followed by the Baroque-period work – Les Barricades Mystérieuses (The Mysterious Barricades – by François Couperin, and a contemporary string quartet, Good Medicine, by Terry Riley. Tippet Rise’s artistic advisor and pianist Pedja Mužijević will join members of the quartet for Schumann’s Piano Quartet in E-flat Major.

Owls, Pedja Mužijević, piano

Tippet Rise Art Center

The golden age of the Baroque saw musical explosions of invention across Europe; mathematical precision in Germany contrasted French flights of fancy in Versailles. In this opening program, J. S. Bach’s classic double concerto for oboe and violin is followed by a dramatic shift in style from French luminaries François Couperin and Jean-Philippe Rameau, with Jean-Féry Rebel’s Les Élémens providing a provocative and lively finale.

Concert Program I Baroque Tableau (livestream)

Online

Music of passion, virtuosity, and excitement through the centuries by Couperin, Saint-Saëns, Ravel, Vivaldi, and Dohnányi. It’s a fascinating mix of periods, styles, and countries, bringing out the expressive and soloistic ranges of the violin, viola, and cello in a chamber music setting.

Cello & Company II

Sunset Center

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music with the Owls quartet at Caramoor on July 11, 2024, in Katonah, NY. This dynamic new quartet, featuring violinist Alexi Kenney, violist Ayane Kozasa, cellist Gabriel Cabezas, and cellist-composer Paul Wiancko, promises to deliver a performance that defies expectations and transcends traditional labels. Described by The New York Times as a "dream group," the Owls will enchant you with their original compositions and arrangements spanning from the 1600s to the present day. Their unique instrumentation and innovative sounds guarantee a concert experience that is both unparalleled and unforgettable.

The evening's program includes an eclectic mix of works by Chick Corea, Paul Wiancko, Franghiz Ali-Zadeh, François Couperin, and more, showcasing the quartet's versatility and commitment to exploring new sonic landscapes. The concert will take place in the New Music Spanish Courtyard at 7:00pm, offering a perfect setting for the Owls' lively and deeply personal performances.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the Owls quartet, a group that continues to impress audiences and critics alike with their boundless energy and creative spirit. Secure your tickets now for a night of exceptional music at Caramoor.

The Rosen House at Caramoor

As a cellist and viol player, Samuel NG works with ensembles such as The English Concert, Academy of Ancient Music, Gabrieli Consort and Players, and Irish Baroque Orchestra.

Samuel Ng & Kristiina Watt

St John's Church Buxton

There are Full Festival Pass for $100 for 8 events, a $160 value or weekly passes for $50 for the first or last 4 events, an $80 value. These passes apply to the 8 Art of the Piano events tagged as a "Artist Recital." Please call the box office manager at (415) 503-6318 during 9AM-5PM business hours to purchase a pass.

Art of the Piano: Simone Dinnerstein Recital

Experience the elegance of 18th-century French chamber music at "A Recital of Couperin Concerts," where participants of the Baroque Performance Institute will perform selections from François Couperin's Concerts royaux. These exquisite suites, originally composed for the court of Louis XIV, feature a prelude followed by a series of dance movements, showcasing the refined artistry and intricate musicality of the Baroque era. The recital will take place in the intimate setting of Kulas Recital Hall, providing an ideal acoustic environment to appreciate the nuanced performances of these timeless works. This event offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the rich cultural heritage of the French Baroque, brought to life by skilled musicians dedicated to historical performance practice.

A Recital of Couperin "Concerts"

Oberlin College

Elizabeth Blumenstock, Jolianne Einem and Rob Diggins (violins), with Eva Lymenstull (cello and viola da gamba) and Ian Pritchard (harpsichord and organ), in virtuosic music for three violins by Giovanni Battista Buonamente, Johann Pachelbel (yes, the canon – and more!), Henry Purcell, Johann Heinrich Schmelzer, and others. Plus, birdsong-inspired pieces.

Nightingales in the Gardens

Sherman Library & Gardens

The 60th Anniversary Festival begins with a program that unites the past, present, and future. With Music Director Jeffrey Kahane on harpsichord, SMF alum Marianne Gedigian shimmers in a work from the archives—Francois Couperin’s elegant Le Rossignol en amour (The Nightingale in Love). Bohuslav Martinů’s mid-20th-century Sonata, written on Cape Cod, offers a thought-provoking contrast with its jazz infused rhythms.

60th Anniversary Concert

Sarasota Orchestra

New Beginnings

Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center

Join us for an evening of exceptional saxophone performance by Brian Kachur, a Doctor of Musical Arts student under the guidance of Taimur Sullivan. This recital is set to take place on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at 8:30pm CDT in the McClintock Choral and Recital Room, located within the prestigious Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Center for the Musical Arts. 

Brian will be accompanied by Nathan Canfield on piano and harpsichord, presenting a captivating program that includes Luciano Berio's Sequenza VIIb, Giacinto Scelsi's Tre pezzi, Ida Gotkovsky's Brilliance, Roger Boutry's Divertimento, and François Couperin's Pièces en concert arranged by Paul Bazelaire, concluding with Steven Banks' Come As You Are. 

This event is free and open to the public, offering a unique opportunity to experience the talents of emerging artists within the Northwestern Bienen School of Music community. No tickets are required for attendance, and those unable to join in person can enjoy the live stream of the performance. 

Don't miss this showcase of musical brilliance in an intimate setting at 70 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208. For more details, visit our website or contact the Bienen School of Music.

Brian Kachur, saxophone

Ryan Center for the Musical Arts

Les Violons du Roy has been a focal point of Québec City’s musical life since it was founded by Bernard Labadie in 1984. The ensemble takes its name from the celebrated court orchestra of the French kings. Under music director Jonathan Cohen, this orchestra soars to truly regal heights. With classical guitarist Miloš, Les Violons du Roy explores an expansive chamber orchestra repertoire with a skillful faithfulness to the period of each work.

Les Violons du Roy

Stanford University

Praised by Gramophone as “one of the more original thinkers of his generation,” Federico Colli has been rapidly gaining worldwide recognition for his compelling, unconventional interpretations and clarity of sound. After winning First Prize at the Salzburg Mozart Competition in 2011, and the Gold Medal at the 2012 Leeds International Piano Competition, International Piano Magazine selected him “as one of the 30 pianists under 30 who are likely to dominate the world stage in years to come.”

Federico Colli

Cubberley Theatre

Georg Muffat’s words are as relevant today as when he wrote them in 1695. Here, musical styles range from his French-infused dances to Andrzej Panufnik’s unique recreation of sixteenth- and seventeenth-century musical fragments from Poland that were almost lost to the ravages of war. Our season culminates with an Italianate symphony by the Ukrainian composer Maxim Berezovsky.

Harmony of Nations

First Baptist Church Portland

Reed College

Student Recital: Matthew Reeder

Schenley Farms Historic District

**Event: Visions and Reveries**

**Date and Time:** Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 7:30 pm

**Location:** Zilkha Hall, The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, Houston, Texas. [View on Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps)

**Description:**

Join Ars Lyrica Houston for an enchanting evening of baroque music titled "Visions and Reveries." This concert promises to transport audiences to the heart of the French baroque era, featuring a select ensemble of period-instrument specialists alongside one of our favorite sopranos. The program is a delectable prix-fixe menu of lyric cantatas on mythological themes by Elizabeth Claude Jacquet de la Guerre and Jean-Philippe Rameau, complemented by a sumptuous instrumental suite by François Couperin. These pieces, celebrated for elevating the genre to high art, promise an evening of awe and wonder.

**Artistic Personnel:**
- Lauren Snouffer, soprano
- Colin St Martin, traverso
- Manami Mizumoto, violin
- Maria Lin, violin
- Eric Taeyang Mun, cello
- Deborah Dunham, violone
- Richard Savino, theorbo & guitar
- Matthew Dirst, harpsichord & artistic director

**Program Highlights:**
- François Couperin: Sonade from L’Impériale
- Élisabeth-Claude Jacquet de la Guerre: Le Sommeil d'Ulysse
- Jean-Philippe Rameau: Cinquième Concert, Le Berger fidele

**Duration:** 1.5 hours, including intermission

**About the Program:**
"Visions and Reveries" delves into the evocative chamber works of François Couperin, Élisabeth-Claude Jacquet de la Guerre, and Jean-Philippe Rameau, exploring the themes of myth and allusion. The program showcases the blend of Italian and French chamber idioms, with pieces that feature a mix of fugal styles and dance movements, reflecting the rich musical traditions of the ancien régime.

**Tickets and Additional Information:**
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Visions and Reveries

Hobby Center for the Performing Arts

Le Consort is a new and distinctive ensemble made up of four young musicians who share a passion for exploring the riches of the Baroque repertoire. Their performances, on period instruments of the day, are known for their originality, vitality, and enthusiasm in illuminating works for two violins and basso continuo –  the quintessential baroque ensemble.

Le Consort

St. Anthony Park United Church of Christ

A recital presented by Visiting Assistant Professor of Harpsichord Lillian Gordis and guest artist Jérôme Hantaï, viola da gamba in Kulas Recital Hall.

Faculty and Guest Recital: Lillian Gordis, harpsichord and Jérôme Hantaï, viola da gamba

Beethoven String Quartet

Artis–Naples

Quebec’s Les Violons du Roy—named after the court orchestra of the French kings—has long been a favorite chamber ensemble at Carnegie Hall. They now return in their first performance at the Hall with Music Director and Conductor Jonathan Cohen, who brings an extraordinary new energy to the group. Adding further to the excitement is Miloš, named the “hottest guitarist in the world” by The Sunday Times. Enjoy expertly informed performances of selections from Vivaldi’s quintessential L’estro armonico, as well as works by Couperin, Purcell Dumanoir, Rameau, and others.

Carnegie Hall

MILOŠ has become one of the world’s most celebrated classical guitarists, beginning with a meteoric rise in 2011 after the release of his hugely popular debut album “Mediterraneo.” Since then, MILOŠ has earned legions of fans around the world through his extensive touring, television appearances and best-selling recordings that reflect his broad range of interests, from Baroque to the Beatles.

MILOŠ, guitar

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts

Ryan Cheng, Baroque Violin

The Juilliard School

The 2023 FIU Music Festival’s opening night brings an unparalleled fusion of talent to the stage, featuring the world-renowned Amernet String Quartet and exceptional guest artists, Ani Kavafian, violin; Thomas Mesa, cello; and Mari LiisPäkk, violin. For two works, FIU students will join them for this compelling chamber music program. 

FIU Music Festival 2023: Strings United: Strings United: From Baroque to the 20th Century

Florida International University

The 2023 FIU Music Festival’s opening night brings an unparalleled fusion of talent to the stage, featuring the world-renowned Amernet String Quartet and exceptional guest artists, Ani Kavafian, violin; Thomas Mesa, cello; and Mari LiisPäkk, violin. For two works, FIU students will join them for this compelling chamber music program.

Strings United: From Baroque to the 20th Century

Herbert & Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center

The Chamber Music Society of Williamsburg

Williamsburg Library Theatre

The Feldman Chamber Music Society

Chrysler Museum of Art

Simone Dinnerstein

Garth Newel Music Center

A passionate collaborator, Katie Huszcza is a cellist with a strong interest in exploring the chamber and orchestral music repertoire. She is currently pursuing her Master of Music degree in Cello Performance at the Carnegie Mellon School of Music studying with Pittsburgh Symphony Principal Cellist, Anne Martindale Williams. Originally from the Washington, D.C. area, Huszcza graduated magna cum laude from The Catholic University of America (CUA) with her Bachelor of Music in Cello Performance and a minor in Performing Arts Management. While at CUA, she studied with Dr. Dorotea Rácz and was assistant principal cello of the Catholic University Symphony Orchestra. In 2019 and 2021, Huszcza attended the Sewanee Summer Music Festival in Tennessee. Additionally, she also recently performed with the Pan American Symphony in June 2022. An avid chamber musician, Huszcza’s piano trio performed music of Astor Piazzolla for the composer’s 100-year anniversary recital series at the Rome School of Music (CUA). As a soloist, Huszcza was a finalist in the 2019 James Madison University (JMU) Concerto Competition, performing the Elgar Cello Concerto in E minor. Her previous teachers include David Hardy and Carl Donakowski.

Student Recital: Katherine Huszcza

Carnegie Mellon University

Casco Phil will be accompanying the stars of the Brussels Cello Festival during this festive gala evening.

In the wonderful acoustic of the Royal Conservatoire of Brussels, artistic director Han Bin Yoon organises a biennial festival showcasing the warm tenor tones of the stringed instrument. During this third edition of the festival, Casco Phil will be the musical partner for a varied programme of symphonic cello music. Iconic cellist Gary Hoffman will play Bruch’s masterpiece Kol Nidrei, while the Queen Elisabeth Laureate Hayoung Choi will guide the audience through a less known work, La Muse et le Poète. Anne Gastinel will present a Belgian masterpiece with Ysaÿes’ Meditation while David Cohen – Principal cellist of the London Symphony Orchestra – joins us for the Saint-Saëns’ Concerto in A minor.

Brussels Cello Festival | Gala Concert

Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel

The ACO returns to the historic Harlem Parish, the stunning location of its fall ’20 filmed production of The Chaconne Project. Now we assemble the same performers to Revisit that experience in this lively program of Baroque repertoire with a focus on the chaconne—a musical genre that evolved from the bawdiness of 16th-century Spanish street dances to the refinement of Bach’s Chaconne for Solo Violin. In the splendid acoustics of Harlem Parish, we showcase ten vibrant chaconnes that use various combinations of strings, plucked instruments, harpsichord, voice and percussion. Acclaimed Mexican lyric soprano Guadalupe Peraza dazzles with her “mellow, conversational” mezzo (Opera News) and emotional delivery, complemented by dance and hand percussion.

Revisit - The Chaconne Project, a Salon Concert

Harlem Parish

Principal oboe (Allan Vogel Chair) Claire Brazeau launches the Orchestra’s signature Baroque series.

Claire Brazeau on Sonatas for Oboe

Colburn School

Louis XIV at twilight

Cortot Room

Experience Baroque splendor with flutist Sooyun Kim leading an ensemble through elegant works by Telemann, Purcell, and Couperin.

Golden Baroque: The Luminous Flute

Bethesda Bookshop

At once a bass-forward string quartet and at times a downtown band, Owls challenge the way that meaningful concert experiences are conceived. Weaving new works together with original arrangements of music from the 1600s to the present, their PCMS debut program covers a vast timeline that spans from Chick Corea to François Couperin. With their distinctive instrumentation and collective creativity, the ensemble of violinist Alexi Kenney, violist Ayane Kozasa, and cellists Gabriel Cabezas and Paul Wiancko channels beautiful and exhilarating new sounds from over 300 years of music history.

The Lessons of Darkness

Corneille Chapel - Auditorium of Normandy

Female composers, cultural identities, contemporary music: Junyan Chen's interests are as broad as her talent is impressive. At the 2024 Leeds International Piano Competition, she not only won second prize, but also the Chamber Music Prize and the Alexandra Dariescu Award – a talent worth keeping an eye on! At ProArte, the young artist will search for connections between times and places with a multifaceted program: works by François Couperin will be presented alongside Maurice Ravel's homage to his fellow Baroque composer. Ravel's famous "La valse" and works by Olivier Messiaen reveal further facets of French soundscapes for solo piano. And with Amy Beach's "Variations on Balkan Themes," a transatlantic cultural encounter joins the pattern of connecting lines.

Discover Talent: Junyan Chen / Piano Recital

Bach without borders

The Bach Concerts of Lutry

Army Museum

Kaleidoscopic hues and big emotions sit side by side in this vibrant concert weaving together the Baroque era and the present day, directed by outstanding British viola player Lawrence Power.

François Couperin

Events

Upcoming events

Jan 10, 2026

Louis XIV at twilight · Les Talens Lyriques

Jan 22, 2026

Golden Baroque: The Luminous Flute · Chamber Music Society of Palm Beach

Mar 11, 2026

Owls · Philadelphia Chamber Music Society

Mar 17, 2026

The Lessons of Darkness · Les Talens Lyriques

Mar 21, 2026

Discover Talent: Junyan Chen / Piano Recital · Elbphilharmonie

Past events

Dec 16, 2025

Museum Concert: Ensemble Astrum And there was · Internationale Stiftung Mozarteum

Dec 12, 2025

Ensemble Masques / Olivier Fortin, Cembalo · Elbphilharmonie

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