As we mark the US Semiquincentennial, Chamber Music Pittsburgh honors the groundbreaking art forms and original voices that have helped shape American music and culture.  Guardians of Sound’s Hip Hop Orchestra, a nonprofit creative ensemble that merges traditional hip-hop beats with acoustic orchestral instruments, joins singer-songwriter-producer INEZ, proud Homewood resident, Pittsburgh native, and musical powerhouse, in an electrifying program that explores what America 250 means to we, all the people.

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A Hip Hop 250, featuring INEZ and the Hip Hop Orchestra

East Liberty Presbyterian Church

August Wilson African American Cultural Center

The Carnegie Mellon Wind Ensemble utilizes a flexible instrumentation of winds, brass, and percussion to perform repertoire from standard concert band works to contemporary compositions of various instrumental combinations.

Carnegie Mellon Wind Ensemble

Carnegie Music Hall

The Carnegie Mellon University Chamber Series brings together members of the CMU Faculty and Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra for outstanding music making in an intimate space.

Carnegie Mellon Chamber Series: New Paths Familiar Voices

Carnegie Mellon University

Carnegie Mellon Chamber Series: The Dover Quartet @ CMU!

The closing party of SPOT Festival, presented by Kaleido festival. 18+ and requires a SPOT wristband. Lineup: Mbizo, Flexitrax, Deb Foam.

SPOT Afterparty – Kaleido Edition

Volume Village

RBAN party at RUST Nightclub celebrating their upcoming collaboration with RUST. DJ lineup: SELMA, Karlitas Way & Fuad. Free entrance until 00:00, 60 DKK 00:00-04:00. 21+.

RBAN – RUST Nightclub

RUST

The Shame Disco. DJ Reform94 throws a youth disco for adults, with the best/worst music from the nineties.

Reform94

Union Scene

A free, family-friendly street dance on the west side of the Stadium of Fire site, featuring a Miner Music DJ spinning tunes from across the decades, held after the fireworks on Independence Day.

Street Dance: Post-Stadium of Fire Celebration

LaVell Edwards Stadium

The Carnegie Mellon Contemporary Ensemble performs music composed in the last twenty years in concerts that feature multidisciplinary collaboration, technology, improvisation, and theatrical elements. The ensemble often highlights the work of students and faculty.

Carnegie Mellon Contemporary Ensemble

Carnegie Mellon Chamber Series: Mentors and Protégés

Alumni Concert – June 1, 2025

Join us for an unforgettable evening of chamber music as the Dover Quartet graces the stage of the PNC Theatre in Pittsburgh on April 21, 2025, at 7:30 PM. This performance marks the grand finale of the 2024/25 MainStage Live season, presented by Chamber Music Pittsburgh.

The Dover Quartet, celebrated as one of the greatest quartets of the last 100 years by BBC Music Magazine, will present a program that delves into the rich tapestry of American music. The evening will feature Jessie Montgomery's "Strum," a vibrant piece by the contemporary African American composer, alongside a new arrangement and commission by Chickasaw composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate, specifically commissioned for this performance. Adding to the night's allure is Antonín Dvořák's "Quartet in F Major, Op. 96 American," a piece that embodies the essence of the American spirit.

Highlighting the concert is the world premiere of a work by Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate, commissioned by Chamber Music Pittsburgh as part of its dedication to fostering the artistic voices that shape the future of chamber music. Tate, hailed by The Washington Post as a composer to watch, brings a unique blend of classical music and American Indian nationalism to the stage.

The Dover Quartet, consisting of Joel Link and Bryan Lee on violins, Julianne Lee on viola, and Camden Shaw on cello, holds prestigious residencies and has garnered numerous awards, including a sweep of all prizes at the 2013 Banff International String Quartet Competition and the Avery Fisher Career Grant.

Don't miss this extraordinary concert at the PNC Theatre, located at 350 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, 15222. Experience the imaginative program that explores the diverse perspectives on America through the lens of the Dover Quartet.

Dover Quartet

PPU Pittsburgh Playhouse

In its Chamber Music Pittsburgh debut, PUBLIQuartet presents What is American: Found Futures. With works by Henry Threadgill, George Lewis, Vijay Iyer, and members of PUBLIQuartet, interspersed with reinterpretations of music by Julia Perry, Duke Ellington, and Sun Ra, this concert envisions a future for American classical music rooted in a spirit of now-ness.

Publiquartet

Join us for a remarkable evening at the Carnegie Music Hall in Oakland, as Chamber Music Pittsburgh presents a special event featuring the esteemed Ébène and Belcea Quartets. This exclusive performance, titled "An Evening of Octets," is scheduled for November 12, 2024, at 7:30 PM, taking place at the iconic venue located at 4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213.

For this special occasion, we are thrilled to showcase two of Europe's leading string quartets in a rare and joyous presentation of octets, a format seldom seen in the United States. The Ébène and Belcea Quartets will grace the stage of the recently remodeled Carnegie Music Hall, offering an unparalleled musical experience. Audiences will be treated to Felix Mendelssohn’s celebrated Octet in E-flat Major, Op. 20, and George Enescu’s exquisite yet rarely performed Octet in C Major, Op. 7.

The New York Times has lauded the Belcea Quartet for the "intelligence and honesty" of their performance, as well as its "energy and vehemence." Similarly, The Strad Magazine has praised the Ébène Quartet for their "soft elegance, joie de vivre, and exquisite tuning," describing their sound as "as gorgeous as any ensemble in recent memory." This event promises to be a memorable night, showcasing the incredible talent and unique chemistry of these renowned ensembles.

Tickets for this special event will go on sale on August 15. MainStage Live subscribers are eligible for a 15% discount. Don't miss this opportunity to become a subscriber or renew your subscription to enjoy this exclusive offer.

Prepare to be mesmerized by an evening of stunning music in one of Pittsburgh's most beautiful venues. Mark your calendars for November 12, 2024, and join us for an unforgettable night with the Ébène and Belcea Quartets at Carnegie Music Hall.

An Evening of Octets

Carnegie Museum of Natural History

Major winners Concert November 3, 2024

Join us for an unforgettable evening of chamber music as Chamber Music Pittsburgh presents the MainStage Live event featuring the Escher Quartet with Jordan Bak. This remarkable concert will take place on October 21, 2024, at 7:30 PM at the PNC Theatre, located at 350 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222.

The program for the evening includes a selection of masterpieces that span the breadth of chamber music's rich history. Audiences will be treated to Samuel Barber's Quartet in B minor, Op. 11, Florence Price's Quartet No. 2 in A minor, and Johannes Brahms' String Quintet in G Major, Op. 111. This lineup promises a journey through the evocative landscapes of 20th-century music, highlighted by the lyrical grace and full-blooded playing of the performers.

The Escher Quartet, known for its beautiful blend of individuality and accord, as well as its profound musical insight and rare tonal beauty, will be joined by award-winning Jamaican-American violist Jordan Bak. Bak, celebrated for his radiant stage presence, dynamic interpretations, and fearless power, brings a fresh and exciting voice to the classical music scene. Together, they embody the range of artistic voices that have shaped chamber music, offering a powerful collaboration that is not to be missed.

The Escher Quartet features Adam Barnett-Hart and Brendan Speltz on violin, Pierre LaPointe on viola, and Brook Speltz on cello, each bringing their unique talents to create an unforgettable musical experience.

Don't miss this opening concert of the 2024-25 MainStage Live season, a celebration of musical mastery and collaboration. For tickets and more information, please contact Chamber Music Pittsburgh at 412-626-6121 or visit infocmpgh.org.

Escher Quartet With Jordan Bak

Major winners Concert October 6, 2024

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Alumni Concert – June 2, 2024

A regional professional orchestra, STS includes musicians who have ties to the WNY area and are recognized for their skills and accomplishments. They join us for performances in Olean, NY and Bradford, PA from as far away as Toronto and Florida.

Series III - Musical Postcards - University of Pittsburgh at Bradford

University of Pittsburgh at Bradford

Young Artists Concert – April 21, 2024

A dazzling collaboration inspired by a shared passion for music old and new.

Ying Quartet with Xavier Foley

Chamber Concert - Detour - University of Pittsburgh at Bradford

Acclaimed soprano, violist, and pianist, Susanna Phillips, Paul Neubauer, and Anne-Marie McDermott, combine for a shimmering salon-style concert.

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