New York City is set to become a haven for classical music enthusiasts with a series of captivating events featuring the works of Leoš Janáček. From the serene waterside at Bargemusic to the iconic Naumburg Bandshell, Carnegie Hall, and Lincoln Center, these performances promise to highlight the profound and emotive compositions of this remarkable Czech composer. Join us for an enchanting journey through Janáček's musical legacy alongside other classical and contemporary masterpieces.

Celebrate Leoš Janáček in New York City: A Year of Unforgettable Musical Events

Join us for an enchanting evening with Acronym, the renowned ensemble known for their vivid interpretations of early music, as they return to the Naumburg Orchestral Concerts series. This special performance, titled "Vienna: City of Music, City of Dreams," will take place on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, from 7:30 PM to 9:15 PM at the iconic Naumburg Bandshell in Central Park, New York.

Dive into the heart of Vienna's rich musical heritage with a program that spans the Baroque era, featuring compositions by Giovanni Valentini, Antonio Bertali, Georg Piscator, Adam Drese, Johann Heinrich Schmelzer, Pietro Andrea Ziani, Heinrich Ignaz Franz Biber, and Alessandro Poglietti. The evening promises a journey through time with pieces ranging from sonatas to ballettae, including a modern premiere and the dramatic "The Battle of Vienna" arranged by A.A. Schmelzer.

This performance marks Acronym's return to our series following their debut in June 2023, a concert that was met with critical acclaim. The ensemble's appearance is generously supported by The MacDonald-Peterson Foundation, ensuring an unforgettable night of music under the stars.

For more information on Acronym and to explore program notes, visit our website. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of Vienna's musical legacy, brought to life by the talented musicians of Acronym.

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Join us for an enchanting evening with the Handel & Haydn Society at the Naumburg Orchestral Concerts on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, from 7:30 PM to 9:15 PM. This prestigious event will take place at the iconic Naumburg Bandshell, a symbol of New York's rich musical heritage.

Under the artistic direction of Jonathan Cohen, with Aisslinn Nosky as the director and violinist, the concert promises an unforgettable experience. The evening will feature the exceptional talents of Joélle Harvey (soprano), Ian Watson (organ), and Debra Nagy (oboe), bringing to life a selection of baroque masterpieces.

The program includes Arcangelo Corelli's Concerto grosso in D major, Op. 6 No. 1, a series of movements that showcase the depth and complexity of baroque music. George Frideric Handel's contributions include arias from "Guilio Cesare" and "Semele," as well as the Organ Concerto in F Major, HWV 295, all highlighting the vocal prowess of Joélle Harvey. The concert will also feature Johann Sebastian Bach's Concerto for Violin and Oboe in C Minor, BWV 1060R, a testament to the intricate interplay between violin and oboe.

An intermission will provide a moment of pause before the continuation of this musical journey, culminating in Handel's "Silete venti," HWV 242, a work that promises to leave the audience in awe with its symphonic and vocal beauty.

This performance by the Handel & Haydn Society, a group with a storied history in our concert series since June 2022, is made possible through the generous support of the Bernhill Fund. It marks a continuation of the society's tradition of excellence in performance, bringing classical music to the heart of New York.

For more information on the Handel & Haydn Society, including program notes, soloist bios, and details on future events, please visit our website. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of baroque music under the stars at the Naumburg Bandshell.

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Join us for an enchanting evening with "A Far Cry" at the Naumburg Orchestral Concerts, a highlight of this season's musical offerings. This exceptional performance is scheduled for Tuesday, July 9, 2024, from 7:30 PM to 9:15 PM at the iconic Naumburg Bandshell, a New York landmark known for hosting memorable musical events.

"A Far Cry," renowned for their dynamic and collaborative approach to chamber music, will present a captivating program featuring a mix of contemporary compositions and classical masterpieces. The evening will commence with Kareem Roustom's "Dabke" (2014), followed by Kinan Azmeh's "Ibn Arabi Postlude" (2005), and Dinuk Wijeratne's "Clarinet Concerto" (2018), a piece co-commissioned by Rockport Music that promises to take the audience on a profound musical journey through its six movements: Prologue: Foretelling, The Dance of Ancestral Ties, Flux, Exile: The salt and bread of rhythm, Cadenza: Solitary Traveler, and Epilogue: Home in Motion.

After an intermission, the ensemble will delve into the past with Leoš Janáček's "Idyll" (1878), offering a sequence of movements that range from the serene to the spirited, showcasing the ensemble's versatility and expressive depth.

This performance by "A Far Cry" is made possible through the generous support of the Jerome L. Greene Foundation, continuing a tradition of excellence since the ensemble's debut in our series in July 2018. 

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the transformative power of music under the stars at the Naumburg Bandshell. For more information and to support the Naumburg Orchestral Concerts, please visit our website. Join us for a night of exquisite music that promises to be a memorable part of your summer in New York.

A Far Cry

Join us for an enchanting evening of classical music under the stars at the Naumburg Bandshell with "The Knights Naumburg Orchestral Concerts" on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, from 7:30 PM to 9:15 PM. This special performance, led by artistic directors Colin and Eric Jacobsen, promises to be a memorable part of the summer season.

The concert will feature a diverse program beginning with Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's spirited "Le Nozze de Figaro, K.492 1786 Overture in D major, Presto," followed by Louise Farrenc's powerful "Symphony No. 3 in G minor, Op. 36 1847," showcasing movements from Adagio-Allegro to the lively Finale.Allegro. After an intermission, the evening will conclude with Ludwig van Beethoven's beloved "Pastoral" Symphony No. 6 in F major, Op.68 1808, taking the audience through a range of emotions from the cheerful to the serene.

This performance by The Knights, who have been a part of our series since June 2009, is made possible through the generous support of The Hess and Helyn Kline Foundation. We dedicate this concert to the fond memory of John L. Gerlach, who passionately directed and produced Rockefeller University’s Tri-Institutional Noon Recital Concerts from 1988 to 2023.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of live orchestral music in one of New York's most iconic settings. For more information and to support the Naumburg Orchestral Concerts, please visit our website.

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Join us for an enchanting evening with Nosky's Baroque Band at the Naumburg Orchestral Concerts on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, from 7:30 PM to 9:15 PM. Under the direction of the acclaimed Aisslinn Nosky, who also shines as the violin soloist, the ensemble will present a captivating program featuring masterpieces from the Baroque era.

The concert will open with Evaristo Felice Dall'Abaco's Sinfonia in D Major, Op. 6, No. 12, a piece that showcases the composer's intricate style with movements ranging from the lively Allegro to the more subdued Grave. Following this, the audience will be treated to George Frideric Handel's Concerto Grosso in A minor, a work that exemplifies Handel's genius in the concerto grosso form with its contrasting moods and textures.

The program also includes Unico Wilhelm van Wassenaer's Concerto Grosso No.1 in G major, a piece that combines elegance with expressive depth, and Pietro Antonio Locatelli's Concerto Grosso in E flat major, known as "il Pianto d'Arianna," which is celebrated for its emotional range and the virtuosic demands it places on the soloists.

After the intermission, the ensemble will perform Arcangelo Corelli's Concerto Grosso in C minor, a work that is quintessential Corelli, with its beautiful melodies and harmonious balance. Georg Philipp Telemann's Quintet Sinfonia Spirituosa in D major will follow, showcasing Telemann's innovative approach to composition. The evening will conclude with Antonio Vivaldi's Violin concerto in D major, "il Grosso Mogul," a piece that features dazzling virtuosity and dramatic contrasts, with Ms. Nosky as the soloist.

This performance marks a return for Nosky’s Baroque Band, which first delighted our audience in July 2023. The event is made possible through the generous support of The Arthur Loeb Foundation. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the brilliance of Baroque music under the stars at the iconic Naumburg Bandshell. For more information on Aisslinn Nosky and to support the Naumburg Orchestral Concerts, please visit our website.

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