Oboist

CMS’s holiday tradition continues with the joyful and astonishingly varied Brandenburg Concertos by Johann Sebastian Bach. Virtually unknown until their publication in 1850, the Brandenburg Concertos are a defining demonstration of Bach’s mastery of Baroque music.

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The Brandenburg Concertos

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

Explore both classics and rarities of the chamber music repertoire.

Mozart, Schumann, & Spohr

Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

Our friend James Austin Smith (of Tertulia fame) has assembled an ensemble of the finest woodwind players in America to visit the Bay Area, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to present this gorgeous recital at Noe Music.

American Wind Soloists

Noe Valley Ministry

This program explores the interplay between wind instruments and piano, beginning with Mendelssohn’s Concert Piece No. 1 in F minor for Clarinet, Bassoon, and Piano, Op. 113, a lyrical work showcasing dynamic exchanges between the instruments. Next is Schulhoff’s Divertissement for Oboe, Clarinet, and Bassoon, a lively piece by the Czech composer known for blending jazz, folk, and classical influences.

Beethoven’s Quintet for Piano​ and Winds

Saratoga Performing Arts Center

Emerald City Music presents two superstar oboists in a show unveiling the oboe’s versatility, from baroque to a modern world-premiere by Ghanaian-American composer Fred Onovwerosouke.

Oboist

James Austin Smith

Events

Upcoming events

12 - 16 Dec, 2025

The Brandenburg Concertos · Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

Past events

12 - 16 Dec, 2025

The Brandenburg Concertos · Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

Nov 20, 2025

Mozart, Schumann, & Spohr · Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

Future and recently performed repertoire

Oboe in Oboe Quartet by Mozart

The Washington Center for the Performing Arts

Oboe in Concerto for 2 Oboes in F major by Albinoni

The Washington Center for the Performing Arts

Oboe in String Quartet by O’Connor

The Washington Center for the Performing Arts

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