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Sep 14
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
Segerstrom Center for the Arts - Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall
600 Town Center Drive
Costa Mesa, CA United States
(714) 556-2787
BoxOffice@SCFTA.orghttp://https://www.scfta.org/events/2025/john-clayton-with-ethel Experience the captivating synergy of John Clayton, a master of the bass, and the innovative ETHEL Quartet. Their collaboration weaves together the rich, resonant tones of Clayton's bass with the quartet's dynamic string arrangements, creating a sound that is both familiar and refreshingly new.
“Borrowing from rock’s defiant rawness, [ETHEL] spikes string-quartet suavity with grit reminiscent of photographic grain: scraping, vigorous bow attacks, the microtonal friction of bluesy inflections, the slight metallic buzz of amplification," said The Boston Globe.
From soulful melodies to intricate improvisations, their performances are a journey through the heart of music, showcasing the power and beauty of string instruments. Join us for an evening of unparalleled artistry and discover the magic that happens when jazz and classical worlds collide.
Max Lifchitz Plays Music by Composers From Mexico
Spet 5 to Sept 14
North South Consonance, Inc
Klavierhaus
Max Lifchitz
790 11th Ave
New York, NY United States ns.concerts@att.nethttps://http://www.northsouthmusic.org Pianist Max Lifchitz will showcase the vibrant piano music of Mexican composers on Sunday, September 14, at 7 PM.
The recital organized by North/South Consonance, Inc. will celebrate the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month and Mexico's Independence Day.
Admission to the event is free and will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis.
The event will also be streamed live on YouTube @
https://www.youtube.com/live/8fBnExnCpMU?si=yp2mWkwtqMkcThZ7
Sep 16, 2025
Salon Concert: Rococo Repast
Sept. 16
American Classical Orchestra
Metropolitan Club Of New York
Pascal Nadon
1 E 60th St
New York, NY United States
212) 362-2727
http://https://aconyc.org/ Salon Concert: Rococo Repast
Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Reception at 6 PM
Concert at 7 PM
Metropolitan Club, 1 E. 60th Street
American Classical Orchestra Members
Thomas Crawford, Founder and Artistic Director
Emi Ferguson, flauto traverso
David Dickey, oboe
Aisslinn Nosky, violin
Myron Lutzke, cello
Michael Haydn: String Quintet in C Major, MH 187
Johann Christian Bach: Quintet in D Major, Op. 22
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Flute Quartet No. 4 in A Major, K. 298
Completed in 1891 and described as a “Marble Palace” by The New York Times, the Metropolitan Club is one of the City’s most exclusive private clubs, offering the perfect setting for an intimate evening of Rococo music.
Thomas Kotcheff: Between Systems
Sept. 16
Piano Spheres
2220 Arts + Archives
2220 Beverly Blvd
Los Angeles, CA United States http://https://pianospheres.org/event/thomas-kotcheff-between-systems/ Join acclaimed pianist/composer Thomas Kotcheff as he kicks off Piano Spheres’ 2025/26 season with inventive composer/electronic artist Bryan Curt Kostors, video artist Allison Tanenhaus, and percussionist Michael Compitello. This special performance will celebrate the release of Kotcheff’s new album with Kostors, Between Systems, coming out October 3 on Post Tonal Records. One of the most audacious new releases of the year, Between Systems pushes the boundaries of classical interpretation.
The performance brings together two seemingly unrelated worlds: the rigorous chromatic pointillism of Morton Feldman, and iconic works from popular and electronic music. Along with selections from Between Systems, Kotcheff will perform a world premiere by Sophie Mathieu (the voice that fades), plus pieces by Aphex Twin and Squarepusher, and hybrid works by György Ligeti/Cher, Thomas Kotcheff/Celine Dion, and Kotcheff/Alex Weiser/Beyoncé.
Sep 19, 2025
Il viaggio a Reims - Opera Philadelphia
Sept 19, 21, 26, 28
Opera Philadelphia
Academy of Music
240 S Broad St
Philadelphia, PA United States http://www.operaphila.org/whats-on/2526-season/il-viaggio-a- Il viaggio a Reims
Company Premiere
Music by Gioachino Rossini
Libretto by Luigi Balocchi
Performed in Italian with English supertitles
Exactly 200 years ago, Rossini dared to celebrate the coronation of Charles X with this ebullient satire of class, manners, and the timeless misery of long-distance travel. In his long-awaited American debut, Olivier Award-winning director Damiano Michieletto transforms this showpiece into a theatrical work of art, setting the story in a present-day gallery on the cusp of opening a major exhibition. The production’s rich narrative and visual palette shade Rossini’s joyful musical canvas, blurring the line between life and art. Jack Mulroney Music Director Corrado Rovaris leads a sparkling ensemble cast featuring the luminous soprano Brenda Rae.
All tickets are Pick Your Price, starting at $11. Any amount above $11 helps support other operagoers and the work we present on stage. In addition, $10 rush tickets will be available before the performance.
Sep 20, 2025
BK/ In Motion: New Music by Marginalized Voices
Sept. 20
Ensemble for These Times
Brooklyn Art Haus
Nanette McGuinness
https://E4TT.org/eastcoast.html
Brooklyn, NY United States info@E4TT.orghttp://bkarthaus.com Featuring music by composers of today:
East Coast Premieres of three works for piano trio E4TT commissioned/premiered in 2024, “And I Made My Own Way, Deciphering That Fire” (inspired by Pablo Neruda) by NYC native Ursula Kwong-Brown, “Ubi Lux Floret” by queer Brooklyn composer Darian Donovan Thomas, and “Cavities” by Iranian-American composer Niloufar Nourbakhsh to a new video by Pegah Pasalar. PLUS Three more works round out the program: “the motion between three worlds” for cello by non-binary Quechua/Latinx Brooklyn composer inti figgis-vizueta for cello; “Forget Your Scarf in My Life” (inspired by a Mikko Harvey poem) for piano trio by Luna Composition Lab alum Call for Scores winner, Madeline Clara Cheng; and Jodi Goble’s song cycle “Twelve Chairs,” setting US Poet Laureate Rita Dove's cycle of 13 short poems about personal identity and the U.S. judicial system. Performed by E4TT (Nanette McGuinness, soprano; Megan Chartier, cello, and Margaret Halbig, piano) with Mia Nardi-Huffman, violin.
Sep 24, 2025
Daniil Trifonov
Sep 24
La Jolla Music Society
The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center
8584593728
7600 Fay Avenue
La Jolla, CA United States
8584593728
boxoffice@theconrad.orghttp://https://theconrad.org/events/daniil-trifonov-3/ A spectacular season opener— two performances by one of today’s most celebrated and in-demand musicians, GRAMMY® Award-winning pianist Daniil Trifonov.
HANDEL
Suite No. 7 in G Minor, HWV 432
BRAHMS
Variations and Fugue on a Theme by Handel, Op. 24
SCHUMANN
Davidsbündlertänze, Op. 6
BRAHMS
Variations on a Theme by Robert Schumann
Twilight in Concert
Sep 24
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
Segerstrom Center for the Arts - Segerstrom Hall
600 Town Center Drive
Costa Mesa, CA United States
(714) 556-2787
http://https://www.scfta.org/events/2025/twilight Step into the world of Twilight like never before with Twilight in Concert, an immersive cinematic event that brings the beloved saga to life through music. Featuring a breathtaking performance by a 12-piece ensemble of rock and orchestral musicians, this extraordinary experience allows fans to relive Bella and Edward’s epic love story in a way that is both intimate and mesmerizing.
As the original film plays on a full-size cinema screen, the stunning live score will transport you straight to Forks, capturing every heartfelt moment, from Bella’s Lullaby to the electrifying battle scenes. Over a thousand twinkling candles will illuminate the stage, creating a romantic and magical atmosphere that enhances the beauty of the film’s iconic music.
This one-of-a-kind concert experience is designed for devoted Twilight fans and newcomers alike, offering an unforgettable opportunity to celebrate the film’s legendary soundtrack in a way never seen before.
Sep 25, 2025
Daniil Trifonov
Sep 25
La Jolla Music Society
The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center
8584593728
7600 Fay Avenue
La Jolla, CA United States
8584593728
boxoffice@theconrad.orghttp://https://theconrad.org/events/daniil-trifonov-2/ A spectacular season opener— two performances by one of today’s most celebrated and in-demand musicians, GRAMMY® Award-winning pianist Daniil Trifonov.
HANDEL
Suite No. 7 in G Minor, HWV 432
BRAHMS
Variations and Fugue on a Theme by Handel, Op. 24
Sep 26, 2025
Iconic Classics | Season Opening Concert
Friday, September 26, 2025
Brodway Presbyterian Church
601 West 114th Street
New York, NY United States http://https://harlemchamberplayers.org/event/iconic-classics-season-o We hope you will join us for this concert featuring some of the great works in the chamber music repertoire!
PROGRAM
Arvo Pärt Summa for String Quartet
David Baker “Roots II” Piano Trio
Arnold Schoenberg Verklärte Nacht (Transfigured Night), Op. 4 for String Sextet
ARTISTS
Claire Chan, violin
Philip Payton, violin
William Frampton, viola
Amadi Azikiwe, viola
Wayne Smith, cello
Robert Burkhart, cello
David Berry, piano
TICKETS
$20 General Admission
$15 Students/Seniors
Children 12 and under admitted FREE!
Premiere of Sci-Fi Transmedia Opera
Sep 26-28
The Strand Theatre
543 Columbia Road
Boston, MA United States http://https://whitesnakeprojects.ludus.com/index.php Celebrated for creating diverse, timely and relevant opera, White Snake Projects (WSP) returns to Boston’s Strand Theatre, September 26-28, 2025, for the world premiere of White Raven, Black Dove, in a season dedicated to addressing the climate crisis through art. Composed by Jacinth Greywoode and Andrew Lynch, and written by librettist Cerise Lim Jacob, White Raven, Blake Dove is an original work of science fiction fantasy exploring two issues consuming America today – race and climate change. An early adopter of innovative technology, WSP continues to lead the vanguard in shaping new operas with tech advancements. This groundbreaking production comprises a live performance by some of today’s leading opera singers, an orchestra with electronics and chorus, augmented by computer generated imagery and animation created in the video game platform, Unreal Engine.
Sep 27, 2025
Endea Owens & The Cookout
Sep 27
La Jolla Music Society
The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center
8584593728
7600 Fay Avenue
La Jolla, CA United States
8584593728
boxoffice@theconrad.orghttp://https://theconrad.org/events/endea-owens/ Experience the vibrant energy of Endea Owens and the Cookout, a dynamic ensemble led by the exceptionally talented bassist Endea Owens. Their performances are a joyful fusion of jazz, soul, and global influences, creating a feel-good atmosphere that captivates audiences. Owens, known for her commanding stage presence and masterful playing, often takes center stage with riveting bass solos, while the band members shine with compelling instrumental riffs and uplifting vocal harmonies. The Cookout’s performances are more than just a concert; they are an experience that leaves audiences feeling inspired and connected.
Endea Owens’ exceptional talent and impact have garnered significant recognition. She is a recipient of an Emmy, a GRAMMY Award, and a George Foster Peabody Award. In 2019, she was hailed as an Emerging Artist by Jazz at Lincoln Center. Owens has also been commissioned to compose for prestigious ensembles such as the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra.
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA Presents “Carmina Burana”
September 27 & 28, 2025
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA
Skyview Concert Hall
1300 NW 139th Street
Vancouver, WA United States
(360) 735-7278
https://vancouversymphony.org/2025-2026-symphonic-series/ The Portland Symphonic Choir returns by popular demand to perform Orff’s timeless “Carmina Burana,” based on a group of medieval poems and songs. Also, the symphony performs a collection of intermezzi from the Italian operatic composer Pietro Mascagni.
Mascagni Intermezzi:
Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana
L'amico Fritz
Skyview Concert Hall
Saturday, September 27 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, September 28 at 3 p.m.
Guglielmo Ratcliff
Isabeau
Inno al sole from Iris*
Orff: Carmina Burana*
*Portland Symphonic Choir
Sep 28, 2025
Composers Concordance Presents - Ciabatta Cantata
Sep 28
Composers Concordance
St. Marks Church In-the-Bowery
Gene Pritsker
131 E 10th Street
New York, NY United States
6465229442
composersconcordance@gmail.comhttp://https://www.composersconcordance.com/ On Sunday, September 28 at 5pm, Composers Concordance presents Ciabatta Cantata at St. Mark’s Church in-the-Bowery, closing The Village Trip Festival. Grandaisy Bakery provides gourmet ciabattas at the reception. Works by Anderson, Cooper, Cheng, Coid, Kostabi, Pehrson, Pritsker, Silverman, Supové & Woolf will be performed by leading vocalists & instrumentalists. Featured pieces include The Food Hymnal, For Showing Truth, & Food For Thought. Livestreamed on Facebook.
Sep 29, 2025
Kinan Azmeh, Ivalas Quartet & CityBand
Sept. 29
Music Mondays
Advent Lutheran Church
Aaron Wunsch
2504 Broadway at 93rd St.
New York, NY United States info@musicmondays.orghttp://https://www.musicmondays.org/september-2025 The “spellbinding” Syrian American clarinetist-composer Kinan Azmeh (New Yorker) builds bridges between classical and Middle Eastern folk music and is a longtime member of the Silkroad Ensemble. In this unique program, he joins forces with the up-and-coming Ivalas Quartet (“tremendous heart and beauty,” Strad), which also shares Antonín Dvo?ák’s beloved and folk-inspired “American” Quartet, and with his Arab-Jazz quartet, CityBand.
Sep 30, 2025
Calidore String Quartet
Sep 30
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
Segerstrom Center for the Arts - Samueli Theater
600 Town Center Drive
Costa Mesa, CA United States
(714) 556-2787
BoxOffice@SCFTA.orghttp://https://www.scfta.org/events/2025/calidore-string-quartet-2 Experience the Calidore Quartet in a new light – literally. Bathed in the warm glow of candlelight, their performance will transport you to a realm of intense musicality. Known for their vibrant interpretations and razor-sharp technical brilliance, the Calidore will present a captivating program featuring Haydn's playful "Largo" from Op. 76 No. 5, the bold world premiere of a new work by Turnage (a Schlichting Commission), and Beethoven's profoundly spiritual String Quartet No. 12 in Eb Major, Op. 127. In their triumphant return to the Center, the Calidore is creating an unforgettable and immersive chamber music experience you won’t want to miss.