February 2026
Rhapsody in Blue – Gala Concert
CMSPB’s 2026 Gala is inspired by the vibrance of the Roaring Twenties. Gershwin’s iconic Rhapsody in Blue crowns a program that also features Milhaud’s jazz-inflected La création du monde, Prokofiev’s Overture on Hebrew Themes, Florence Price’s lyrical Andante Moderato – Allegretto from her first String Quartet, and Ravel’s fiery Tzigane. With pianist Orion Weiss and a stellar ensemble of CMSPB artists, this one-night celebration brims with virtuosity, style, and the exuberant spirit of a golden age in music. Invitations to…
Find out more »Charm and Reflection: Mozart + Dvořák
Cellist Gary Hoffman joins violinist Arnaud Sussmann, violist Paul Neubauer, and pianist Chloe Mun for an evening of chamber music at its most intimate and expressive. Mozart’s String Duo No. 2 in B-flat major sparkles with elegance and conversational charm, while Dvořák’s Piano Quartet No. 2 unfolds with lyrical warmth, rhythmic vitality, and symphonic richness. Together, these works highlight the beauty of musical dialogue among close collaborators. PROGRAM Arnaud Sussmann, violin Paul Neubauer, viola Gary Hoffman, cello Chloe Mun, piano…
Find out more »April 2026
Double Forte: Two Pianos
Pianists Wu Qian and Juho Pohjonen unite for a dazzling four-hand performance that spans centuries and styles. Bach’s Passacaglia in C minor and Mozart’s Fugue in C minor showcase the brilliance of counterpoint, while Gershwin’s An American in Paris pulses with jazz-infused color and rhythm. The evening culminates with Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances, a work of sweeping intensity and orchestral grandeur reimagined for two pianos. PROGRAM Wu Qian, piano Juho Pohjonen, piano Johann Sebastian Bach: Passacaglia in C minor Wolfgang Amadeus…
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