Calendar of Events
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The Calendar of Events is comprised of industry-wide seminars, workshops, conferences, master classes and more. All material found in the Calendar of Events is provided by parties entirely independent of Musical America. Any questions on the information found in the Calendar should be directed to the sponsors of the event. |
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May 19, 2026
New York, NY United States
ns.concerts@att.net http://https://www.northsouthmusic.org/
The North/South Chamber Orchestra, directed by Max Lifchitz, will present a special concert featuring the music of Aurelio De La Vega, the late Cuban-American master. We are particularly excited to welcome guest soloists soprano Anne Marie Ketchum and pianist Martha Marchena, both of whom are closely associated with De La Vega’s work. This retrospective concert will highlight five compositions by De La Vega, created over a span of fifty years. The pieces to be performed include Danza Lenta, Antinomies, Extrapolations, Tropimapal, and Recordatio.
Aurelio De La Vega Centennial celebration
May 13 to 19 North South Consonance, Inc DiMenna Center for Classical Music Max Lifchitz 450 West 37th StreetNew York, NY United States
ns.concerts@att.net http://https://www.northsouthmusic.org/
The North/South Chamber Orchestra, directed by Max Lifchitz, will present a special concert featuring the music of Aurelio De La Vega, the late Cuban-American master. We are particularly excited to welcome guest soloists soprano Anne Marie Ketchum and pianist Martha Marchena, both of whom are closely associated with De La Vega’s work. This retrospective concert will highlight five compositions by De La Vega, created over a span of fifty years. The pieces to be performed include Danza Lenta, Antinomies, Extrapolations, Tropimapal, and Recordatio.
May 21, 2026
New York, NY, NY United States
http://https://www.matafestival.org/mata-festival-2026
Without a doubt, the 28th Annual MATA Festival is the liveliest and most interesting musical event happening in NYC on Memorial Day weekend, May 21 - 23. Ever since the Festival was co-founded by Philip Glass in the 1990s, it has been the prime opportunity for concertgoers to hear “Tomorrow’s Music Today.” This year’s programs are fascinating and provocative – tap-dancing to music by Morton Feldman and Steve Reich, anyone? – and the performers are top-notch, including violinists Miranda Cuckson, Conrad Harris, and Leah Asher, pianists Marilyn Nonken and Taka Kigawa, BlackBox Ensemble, Unnameable Strings, and tap/pointe dance company The Bang Group, among others. Plus, there’s a six-hour experimental “rave” on May 20! All in all, the MATA Festival is not to be missed.
28th Annual MATA Festival
May 21 to 23 The DiMenna Center for Classical Music 450 W 37th StNew York, NY, NY United States
http://https://www.matafestival.org/mata-festival-2026
Without a doubt, the 28th Annual MATA Festival is the liveliest and most interesting musical event happening in NYC on Memorial Day weekend, May 21 - 23. Ever since the Festival was co-founded by Philip Glass in the 1990s, it has been the prime opportunity for concertgoers to hear “Tomorrow’s Music Today.” This year’s programs are fascinating and provocative – tap-dancing to music by Morton Feldman and Steve Reich, anyone? – and the performers are top-notch, including violinists Miranda Cuckson, Conrad Harris, and Leah Asher, pianists Marilyn Nonken and Taka Kigawa, BlackBox Ensemble, Unnameable Strings, and tap/pointe dance company The Bang Group, among others. Plus, there’s a six-hour experimental “rave” on May 20! All in all, the MATA Festival is not to be missed.
May 22, 2026
Brewster, MA United States
(508) 240-2400 publicity@artsempoweringlife.org http://https://artsempoweringlife.org/ael-events/
May 22 and 23, 7:30 PM Performing Arts Center, Brewster This America 250 concert celebrates LIBERTY on Memorial Day weekend and honors all who gave the ultimate sacrifice in defense of these unalienable rights. Works by John Williams, Glenn Miller and John Philip Sousa. Info: 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org (Free for Veterans!, and Students & Youth)
Memorial Day Band Concert
May 22-23 Arts Empowering Life Pam Jordan Performing Arts Center, 95 Southern Eagle CartwayBrewster, MA United States
(508) 240-2400 publicity@artsempoweringlife.org http://https://artsempoweringlife.org/ael-events/
May 22 and 23, 7:30 PM Performing Arts Center, Brewster This America 250 concert celebrates LIBERTY on Memorial Day weekend and honors all who gave the ultimate sacrifice in defense of these unalienable rights. Works by John Williams, Glenn Miller and John Philip Sousa. Info: 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org (Free for Veterans!, and Students & Youth)
May 23, 2026
Phoenix, AZ United States
(480) 478-6000 margo.silliman@mim.org http://https://mim.org/events/celebrate-reggae/2026-05-24/
Celebrate the rich musical heritage, global journey, and worldwide impact of reggae! Learn about the genre’s roots and offshoots in all-ages drumming workshops, engaging performances, and high-energy DJ sets. Included with $20 museum general admission.
Celebrate Reggae
Sat. & Sun., May 23 & 24, 2026 9:00 a.m. Musical Instrument Museum 4725 E. Mayo Blvd.Phoenix, AZ United States
(480) 478-6000 margo.silliman@mim.org http://https://mim.org/events/celebrate-reggae/2026-05-24/
Celebrate the rich musical heritage, global journey, and worldwide impact of reggae! Learn about the genre’s roots and offshoots in all-ages drumming workshops, engaging performances, and high-energy DJ sets. Included with $20 museum general admission.
May 26, 2026
La Jolla, CA United States
8584593728 boxoffice@theconrad.org http://https://theconrad.org/events/music-101-session-5/
Engage with history in this introduction to Western classical music! Led by Michael Gerdes, Director of Orchestras at San Diego State University and a longtime guest lecturer for our organization, this free, five-part public series is designed for anyone curious about the composers, works, and cultural movements that shaped the music we know and love. No prior musical background is required. Each lecture builds on the previous one, yet every session stands on its own, so you can join at any point in the series.
Go Your Own Way: After Sonata Form
May 26 La Jolla Music Society The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center 8584593728 7600 Fay AveLa Jolla, CA United States
8584593728 boxoffice@theconrad.org http://https://theconrad.org/events/music-101-session-5/
Engage with history in this introduction to Western classical music! Led by Michael Gerdes, Director of Orchestras at San Diego State University and a longtime guest lecturer for our organization, this free, five-part public series is designed for anyone curious about the composers, works, and cultural movements that shaped the music we know and love. No prior musical background is required. Each lecture builds on the previous one, yet every session stands on its own, so you can join at any point in the series.
May 27, 2026
La Jolla, CA United States
8584593728 boxoffice@theconrad.org http://https://theconrad.org/events/2026-rebecca-jade/
Rebecca Jade is a dynamic singer/songwriter whose career spans nearly two decades, fueled by her musical upbringing and versatile talent. She has shared the stage with world-renowned artists, toured with Sheila E. since 2017, performed with Sir Elton John at the Academy Awards, and appeared on the Emmy-nominated “Let’s Go Crazy: The GRAMMY Salute to Prince.” Her collaborations include Dave Koz & Friends, Eric Darius, and led opening performances for Will Downing, Boney James, Jeffrey Osborne, and Musiq Soulchild.
Rebecca Jade
May 27 La Jolla Music Society The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center 8584593728 7600 Fay AveLa Jolla, CA United States
8584593728 boxoffice@theconrad.org http://https://theconrad.org/events/2026-rebecca-jade/
Rebecca Jade is a dynamic singer/songwriter whose career spans nearly two decades, fueled by her musical upbringing and versatile talent. She has shared the stage with world-renowned artists, toured with Sheila E. since 2017, performed with Sir Elton John at the Academy Awards, and appeared on the Emmy-nominated “Let’s Go Crazy: The GRAMMY Salute to Prince.” Her collaborations include Dave Koz & Friends, Eric Darius, and led opening performances for Will Downing, Boney James, Jeffrey Osborne, and Musiq Soulchild.
May 29, 2026
New York City, NY United States
+1 646-522-9442 composersconcordance@gmail.com http://https://composersconcordance.wixsite.com/2025-26-season
As the culminating event of this year’s CompCord Festival: Comedy, the concert underscores the festival’s exploration of humor not as diversion, but as a profound artistic and political strategy. Through irony, absurdity, and exuberant collective performance, CompCord Polka Band asks what happens when protest learns to dance.
Orleans, MA United States
(508) 240-2400 publicity@artsempoweringLife.org http://https://artsempoweringlife.org/ael-events/
May 29 and 30, 7:30 - 9:00 pm Gloriæ Dei Cantores and Creare Symphonia, under the direction of Richard K. Pugsley and joined by internationally acclaimed soloists, present Bach's St. Matthew Passion, perhaps the greatest masterpiece in all of sacred music, written for solo voices, double choir and double orchestra. Come hear this work of supreme beauty and profound emotion—telling the story of Christ's last days—in the stunning acoustic of the Church of the Transfiguration. Info: 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org (Free for Students & Youth)
CompCord Polka Band
Friday, May 29th at 7pm Loft393 genepritsker@gmail.com Loft393 - 393 Broadway (2nd floor), NYC??New York City, NY United States
+1 646-522-9442 composersconcordance@gmail.com http://https://composersconcordance.wixsite.com/2025-26-season
As the culminating event of this year’s CompCord Festival: Comedy, the concert underscores the festival’s exploration of humor not as diversion, but as a profound artistic and political strategy. Through irony, absurdity, and exuberant collective performance, CompCord Polka Band asks what happens when protest learns to dance.
J. S. Bach’s St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244
May 29-30 Arts Empowering Life Pam Jordan Church of the Transfiguration, 5 Bay View DriveOrleans, MA United States
(508) 240-2400 publicity@artsempoweringLife.org http://https://artsempoweringlife.org/ael-events/
May 29 and 30, 7:30 - 9:00 pm Gloriæ Dei Cantores and Creare Symphonia, under the direction of Richard K. Pugsley and joined by internationally acclaimed soloists, present Bach's St. Matthew Passion, perhaps the greatest masterpiece in all of sacred music, written for solo voices, double choir and double orchestra. Come hear this work of supreme beauty and profound emotion—telling the story of Christ's last days—in the stunning acoustic of the Church of the Transfiguration. Info: 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org (Free for Students & Youth)
May 30, 2026
Atlanta, GA United States
404.881.8885 tickets@atlantaopera.org http://https://www.atlantaopera.org/production/twilight-of-the-gods-20
Few works rival the intensity and monumental scope of Richard Wagner's "Twilight of the Gods." This new production is the climactic finale of The Atlanta Opera's Ring cycle. Under the direction of Tomer Zvulun and conducted by Roberto Kalb, this production stars Stefan Vinke as Siegfried, Morris Robinson as Hagen, Lise Lindstrom as Brunnhilde, and Tamara Mumford as Waltraute.
The Atlanta Opera presents "Twilight of the Gods" (Gotterdammerung)
May 30 to June 7, 2026 The Atlanta Opera Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre Michelle Winters 2800 Cobb Galleria ParkwayAtlanta, GA United States
404.881.8885 tickets@atlantaopera.org http://https://www.atlantaopera.org/production/twilight-of-the-gods-20
Few works rival the intensity and monumental scope of Richard Wagner's "Twilight of the Gods." This new production is the climactic finale of The Atlanta Opera's Ring cycle. Under the direction of Tomer Zvulun and conducted by Roberto Kalb, this production stars Stefan Vinke as Siegfried, Morris Robinson as Hagen, Lise Lindstrom as Brunnhilde, and Tamara Mumford as Waltraute.
May 31, 2026
New York City, NY United States
+1 646-522-9442 composersconcordance@gmail.com http://https://composersconcordance.wixsite.com/2025-26-season
New York, NY — On Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 7pm, the adventurous new music presenting organization Composers Concordance returns to Ki Smith Gallery to present Missing Link Ensemble. A formidable set of brazen contemporary compositions, scored for a unique combination of instruments and electronics, is performed by the superb trio of Eric Schultz - bass clarinet, Eddy Malave - viola, and Javier Oviedo - saxophone. Additionally, the ensemble's dynamic violinist Lynn Bechtold will perform several works. Featured on the program is an impressive group of composers hailing from Argentina, Brazil, Serbia, and the U.S., including Lynn Bechtold, Natasha Bogojevic, Dan Cooper, Harry Crowl, Tiago Gati, Kino Lopes, Milica Paranosic, Gene Pritsker, Emiliano Revert, Eric Schultz, and Gabi Yaya.
La Jolla, CA United States
(858) 459-3728 boxoffice@theconrad.org http://https://theconrad.org/events/stella-chen-gilles-vonsattel/
STELLA CHEN, violin Winner of the 2019 Queen Elizabeth International Violin Competition GILLES VONSATTEL, piano Avery Fischer Career Grant Recipient
Composers Concordance Presents: Missing Link Ensemble
Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 7pm Ki Smith Gallery genepritsker@gmail.com 170 Forsyth Street, NYCNew York City, NY United States
+1 646-522-9442 composersconcordance@gmail.com http://https://composersconcordance.wixsite.com/2025-26-season
New York, NY — On Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 7pm, the adventurous new music presenting organization Composers Concordance returns to Ki Smith Gallery to present Missing Link Ensemble. A formidable set of brazen contemporary compositions, scored for a unique combination of instruments and electronics, is performed by the superb trio of Eric Schultz - bass clarinet, Eddy Malave - viola, and Javier Oviedo - saxophone. Additionally, the ensemble's dynamic violinist Lynn Bechtold will perform several works. Featured on the program is an impressive group of composers hailing from Argentina, Brazil, Serbia, and the U.S., including Lynn Bechtold, Natasha Bogojevic, Dan Cooper, Harry Crowl, Tiago Gati, Kino Lopes, Milica Paranosic, Gene Pritsker, Emiliano Revert, Eric Schultz, and Gabi Yaya.
Stella Chen, violin & Gilles Vonsattel, piano
May 31 La Jolla Music Society The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center 8584593728 7600 Fay AvenueLa Jolla, CA United States
(858) 459-3728 boxoffice@theconrad.org http://https://theconrad.org/events/stella-chen-gilles-vonsattel/
STELLA CHEN, violin Winner of the 2019 Queen Elizabeth International Violin Competition GILLES VONSATTEL, piano Avery Fischer Career Grant Recipient
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