Enjoy chamber music the way that it was intended to be experienced - up close and intimate with four annual events! Club Amadeus membership is 100% tax-deductible and goes to support Mainly Mozart and its many programs. See San Diego Symphony clarinet Max Opferkuch in a wind trio. 

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Club Amadeus Chamber Music Donor Event

The Meridian

Welcome to SDSU’s World Music Concert Series. A specially curated series of concerts featuring world renowned musicians who represent music cultures from around the globe. This series has been designed in conjunction with Music 345: Music Cultures of the World, but is open to all guests. We encourage you to mute your devices, open your ears, and enjoy experiencing this special presentation.

Music of China: The Pacific Trio

San Diego State University

The San Diego Symphony is presenting a tribute to this genius, featuring essential Broadway singers admired by Sondheim, whose lives and careers have been transformed by performing his work. From the joyous and silly to the rapturous and heartfelt, this special performance, assembled and led by Broadway veteran Rob Fisher, will showcase Sondheim's phenomenal ability to musicalize the deepest human emotions.

Sondheim Tonight! A Celebration of Genius

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Join us for an enchanting day of music at the Lake Champlain Chamber Music Festival on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. This special day of the festival is dedicated to showcasing the brilliance of classical music, featuring a series of free events that promise to immerse attendees in the world of Bach, Bartók, and contemporary compositions.

The day begins at 12 PM with a Spotlight Concert titled "Bach to Hungary" at St. Paul’s Cathedral in downtown Burlington. This free afternoon recital offers a unique opportunity to experience the timeless beauty of Bach and Bartók in a magnificent setting. The concert will feature Ji Su Jung on marimba performing Bach's Lute Suite in E minor, BWV 996, followed by Robyn Bollinger and Soovin Kim on violins presenting selected Duos for Two Violins by Bartók. The musical journey continues with Bartók's String Quartet No. 4, performed by an ensemble comprising Robyn Bollinger and Soovin Kim on violins, Milena Pajaro-van de Stadt on viola, and Edward Arron on cello.

At 4 PM, the festival invites you to the Elley-Long Music Center at St. Michael’s College for the Young Composers Sounding Board I. This interactive session, hosted by Resident Composer David Serkin Ludwig, offers a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process. Attendees will witness the 2024 Young Composers—Delfin Demiray, Jonah Cohen, and Yuri Lee—hear their compositions played for the first time by festival artists, providing a rare glimpse into the birth of new music.

The Lake Champlain Chamber Music Festival is proud to present this day of free events, featuring an impressive lineup of artists including violinists Soovin Kim and Robyn Bollinger, violist Milena Pajaro-van de Stadt, cellist Edward Arron, percussionist Ji Su Jung, and our talented young composers. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the power of music and the creative spirit of composers both past and present.

Festival Tuesday

Saint Michael's College

Saint Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral

Join us for an enchanting evening with the La Jolla Music Society as we present "Baroque Fantasia" on Friday, August 2, 2024, at 7:30 PM in the prestigious Baker-Baum Concert Hall. This unique concert is a celebration of the Baroque era, showcasing its most imaginative and whimsical works that have captivated audiences for centuries.

"Baroque Fantasia" features a carefully curated selection of compositions that embody the essence of storytelling through music. The program includes Telemann's "Don Quixote Suite" and Purcell's excerpts from "The Fairy Queen," both of which are masterpieces of the Baroque repertoire. Additionally, the concert will feature Vivaldi's haunting "Flute Concerto in G Minor, RV 439 La Notte" and Rebel's dynamic "Les Éléments," providing a diverse and immersive musical experience.

The evening will be brought to life by an ensemble of exceptionally talented musicians, including Tessa Lark, Njioma Grevious, and Alexi Kenney on violin, Nicole Divall and James Kang on violas, Jonathan Swensen and Brian Gadbow on cellos, and Anthony Manzo on bass. The harpsichord, an instrument synonymous with the Baroque era, will be masterfully played by Jonathan Cohen, adding an authentic touch to the performance.

"Baroque Fantasia" promises to be a memorable journey through the whimsy and imagination of the Baroque era, capturing the timeless beauty and complexity of its music. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of Baroque music performed by some of the most talented musicians of our time.

Baroque Fantasia

Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

This “takeover” concert, curated by renowned composer Thomas Adès, showcases him as composer, teacher, pianist, and conductor, and includes the U.S. premiere of “Forgotten Dances” with international guitar sensation Sean Shibe.

Takeover @ The Baker-Baum

Amadeus comes alive as excerpts from Peter Shaffer’s iconic play are paired with Mozart’s sublime “Gran Partita,” blending dramatic readings with ethereal music for a captivating portrayal of Mozart’s genius.

Midweek Masterworks: Amadeus

Janáček’s “Kreutzer Sonata” Quartet, inspired by Tolstoy’s tale of jealousy and marital discord set against the backdrop of Beethoven’s Kreutzer Sonata, pairs with Composer-in-Residence Thomas Adès. Adès performs his evocative The Tempest suite alongside these deeply passionate works.

Passions and Storms

Join us on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 7:30 PM for an extraordinary evening with the La Jolla Music Society at The Baker-Baum Concert Hall. The event, titled "Danse Macabre," promises a night filled with haunting melodies, mystical dance, and an unforgettable tapestry of music that bridges the ethereal with the deeply moving.

The program features a diverse range of compositions, starting with Ysaÿe's Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Minor "Obsession," performed by the virtuoso Augustin Hadelich. Experience the intense narratives of Ravel's works and the whimsical charm of Martin Butler's Roald Dahl-inspired "Dirty Beasts," with a cast of talented musicians including Inon Barnatan (piano), Rose Lombardo (flute/piccolo), and many more.

A highlight of the evening will be the US Premiere of Thomas Adès' "Catch," showcasing the talents of Mark Simpson (clarinet), Alexi Kenney (violin), Jay Campbell (cello), and Thomas Adès himself on piano. The program also includes Saint-Saëns' iconic "Danse Macabre for Violin and Piano, Op. 40," bringing to life the playful yet haunting themes of the night.

The evening culminates with Schubert's profound "String Quartet in D Minor, D. 810 Death and the Maiden," performed by an ensemble of exceptional musicians including Andrew Wan and Tessa Lark on violins, Teng Li on viola, and Jonathan Swensen on cello.

Don't miss this mesmerizing journey through music that oscillates between the playful and the profound, making "Danse Macabre" a night to remember.

Danse Macabre

Join us for an unforgettable Opening Night at the La Jolla Music Society on Friday, July 26, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The evening, titled "A Deal with the Devil," promises to be a mesmerizing experience held at the prestigious Baker-Baum Concert Hall. This event marks the beginning of our SYNERGY SERIES, setting the stage for a season of unparalleled performances.

The highlight of the night is the captivating production of Stravinsky's "The Soldier’s Tale," a classic narrative of a soldier's fateful agreement with the devil. This timeless story is reenvisioned through an electrifying new production under the baton of the renowned conductor Thomas Adès. The performance will feature an innovative blend of hand-drawn animation, live puppetry, and compelling storytelling, brought to life by the groundbreaking talents of The Paper Cinema. With Nicholas Rawling leading as the illustrator and artistic director, and Chris Reed as the musical director, the evening is set to be a magical journey into a world of devilish delights.

The musical program also includes a selection of pieces that complement the theme of the night, featuring world-class musicians. Inon Barnatan will perform Liszt's "Mephisto Waltz No.1, S.514" on the piano, setting the tone with its devilish charm. The evening will also showcase Tartini's "Sonata in G Minor for Violin and Continuo The Devil’s Trill," with Augustin Hadelich on violin, Inon Barnatan on harpsichord, and a to-be-announced cellist, adding a touch of eerie elegance. Paganini's "Caprice No. 24 in A Minor" will further enchant the audience with Augustin Hadelich returning to the violin.

The ensemble for "The Soldier’s Tale" includes a talented lineup: Thomas Adès as conductor, a to-be-determined actor, Alexi Kenney on violin, Mark Simpson on clarinet, Eleni Katz on bassoon, Chris Coletti on cornet, James Miller on trombone, Michael Yeung on percussion, and Anthony Manzo on bass.

Prepare to be spellbound by an evening of musical storytelling that explores the allure and consequences of a deal with the devil. This opening night is not just a concert but an immersive experience that promises to leave you captivated. Join us at the La Jolla Music Society for a night that will be talked about for years to come.

Opening Night: A Deal with the Devil

Art of Elan and ArtPower’s first-ever collaboration brings the renowned JACK Quartet to San Diego for an evening of music titled “Modern Medieval,” where connections of musicality and thought between European composers of the past and the voices of American music today are explored. This one-hour program includes music by Caroline Shaw as well

JACK Quartet + Art of Elan

Price Center

Three renowned visionary artists of the next generation combine talents in this eclectic new piano trio, Junction. Violinist Stefan Jackiw, recognized for musicianship that combines poetry and purity with an impeccable technique, returns with pianist Conrad Tao and cellist Jay Campbell. Tao, who appears worldwide as a pianist and composer, has been dubbed a musician of “probing intellect and open-hearted vision” by the New York Times. Approaching both old and new works with the same curiosity and emotional commitment, Campbell has been called “electrifying” by the New York Times. Recent concerts of the trio have included performances at Washington Performing Arts, Portland Ovations and the Royal Conservatory in Toronto.

Junction Trio

LJMS welcomes back a legend of classical piano and dear friend of the company in a stunning program of great works.

Internationally recognized as one of today’s most acclaimed and admired pianists, Yefim Bronfman stands among a handful of artists regularly sought by festivals, orchestras, conductors and recital series. His commanding technique, power and exceptional lyrical gifts are consistently acknowledged by the press and audiences alike.

Yefim Bronfman

A new project pairing her incomparable piano mastery with string quartet featuring PUBLIQuartet. In the two decades since Hiromi released her stunning debut album Another Mind, the Japanese pianist/composer has blazed an incandescent trail across the jazz scene. Her fertile imagination and boundless creativity seem to ripple out of her as effortlessly as her virtuosic pianism. Equally impressive in acoustic or electric settings, she delves into a different kind of fusion on her latest project that encompasses and eclipses the boundaries of jazz, classical and pop, taking improvisation and composition to new heights of complexity and sophistication.

Hiromi Quintet/PUBLIQuartet

In Spring 2020, Quatuor Ébène launched its “Beethoven Around the World” project, recording Beethoven’s 16 string quartets in a worldwide project on six continents. With this complete recording, the four celebrated their 20th stage anniversary, which they then crowned with performances of the complete string quartet cycle in major European venues such as the Philharmonie de Paris and the Alte Oper Frankfurt and invitations from Carnegie Hall, the Verbier Festival, and the Vienna Konzerthaus.

Quatuor Ébène

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear this popular countertenor highlight rarely performed early music repertoire with the acclaimed chamber orchestra Il Pomo d’Oro, in a program that includes works by Monteverdi, Frescobaldi, Cavalli, Sartorio, and many more.

Jakub Józef Orlinski with II Pomo D’Oro

Join us for an enchanting afternoon of music at the "Harmony in the Heights Free Chamber Event," proudly presented by the La Jolla Symphony & Chorus.

Harmony in the Heights

City Heights Performance Annex

Hailed by The New York Times as “ravishing and engulfing,” Iranian-American composer Gity Razaz curates an evening of music honoring the mystical beauty of Persian culture and the power of women to shape history both past and present. Poetry and music weave together to guide us through this ancient celebration of reflection and renewal at the spring equinox.

The Wonders we Carry Inside

Joan and Irwin Jacobs Music Center

Described as “phenomenally musical,” (Daily Journal), dynamic young violinist Maria Ioudenitch has won multiple awards and is poised on the cusp of a major international career.

Maria Ioudenitch, violin

The Arod Quartet returns to La Jolla after their sensational Discovery Series debut in 2022. Based in Paris, the quartet first came to international attention when they won first prize at the 2015 Carl Nielsen International Chamber Music Competition and the 2016 ARD International Music Competition. Praised by Gramophone for its “expressive flexibility and delicacy of detail and keen ear for balance and harmonic flux” and hailed by Le Monde as a “luxury instrument that many composers dream to seize.”

Chamber music events in San Diego, CA

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Festival Tuesday

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La Jolla Music Society

Takeover @ The Baker-Baum...

La Jolla Music Society

Midweek Masterworks: Amad...

La Jolla Music Society

Passions and Storms

La Jolla Music Society

Danse Macabre

La Jolla Music Society

Opening Night: A Deal wit...

La Jolla Music Society

JACK Quartet + Art of Ela...

Art Power at UC San Diego

Junction Trio

La Jolla Music Society

Yefim Bronfman

La Jolla Music Society

Hiromi Quintet/PUBLIQuart...

La Jolla Music Society

Quatuor Ébène

La Jolla Music Society

Jakub Józef Orlinski with...

La Jolla Music Society

Harmony in the Heights

La Jolla Symphony & Chorus

The Wonders we Carry Insi...

San Diego Symphony

Maria Ioudenitch, violin

La Jolla Music Society

Arod Quartet

La Jolla Music Society