Witness the dynamic interplay between three celebrated artists as violinist Sandy Yamamoto, cellist Matthew Zalkind, and pianist Shai Wosner unite for an evening of romantic passion. This program promises a journey through a landscape of powerful emotions, from the shifting moods and folk-inspired melodies of one of the great Czech composers to the sweeping, heartfelt lyricism of a German master. It's a night of pure romanticism, brought to life by a trio of incredible musicians.

Artists:

• Sandy Yamamoto, violin
• Matthew Zalkind, cello
• Shai Wosner, piano

Program:

• Dvorak “Dumky” Piano Trio
• Brahms Piano Trio in B Major

Austin's own internationally acclaimed Miró Quartet is joined by the brilliant pianist Shai Wosner for an unforgettable journey through chamber music history. Experience the perfect elegance of the classical era, the grand, emotional power of the romantic piano quintet, and the innovative soundscapes of a living, Pulitzer Prize-winning composer. This is a chance to hear a world-class ensemble and soloist explore the past, present, and future of chamber music.

Artists

• Miró Quartet
• Shai Wosner, piano

Program

• Haydn Quartet Opus 71 #2
• Caroline Shaw “Microfictions”
• Schumann Piano Quintet

This concert spotlights some of today’s most promising young chamber ensembles—exceptional artists on the brink of professional careers. Hailing from around the world and representing many of the nation’s most prestigious musical institutions, these musicians come together for the pilot year of our Chamber Music Intensive program. Throughout the week, participants rehearse intensively and receive multiple daily coachings with the Miró Quartet, Sandy Yamamoto, Matthew Zalkind, and Shai Wosner, along with masterclasses, career development guidance, and performance opportunities. This concert is the exciting culmination of their week-long artistic journey. Join us in supporting these extraordinary emerging artists—and say you heard them first in Austin before they take the stages of the world’s great concert halls. 🎶✨

Artists

• Ensembles from the 2026 Chamber Music Intensive Program

Program

• Works performed by the showcase ensembles will be announced from the stage.

Prepare to be amazed by the stunning virtuosity of cellist Zlatomir Fung, Gold Medalist of the International Tchaikovsky Competition. In this wide-ranging recital with acclaimed pianist Colette Valentine, Fung showcases the cello's incredible expressive power. The program ventures from soulful American songs and a romantic Russian suite to the dramatic sweep of a famous film score and powerful 20th-century masterpieces, and even includes a beautiful, newly-composed work by Fung himself.

Artists:

• Zlatomir Fung, cello
• Colette Valentine, piano

Program:

• Charles Ives: Four Songs from the 114 Songs, arr. for cello and piano
• Zlatomir Fung: Eulogy (2026) for cello and piano
• Alexander Borodin: Petite Suite, arr. Marshall Estrin
• Bernard Herrmann: Scene D'Amour from Vertigo, arr. Zlatomir Fung
• Eric Nathan: Missing Words III, III. Straußmanöver
• Florence Price: Adoration and Elfentanz
• Samuel Barber: Sonata for Cello and Piano

Experience the cello in all its glory as Zlatomir Fung is joined by friends for a multi-faceted concert. The evening begins with the rare and beautiful sound of two cellos weaving through a Baroque masterpiece. The program then expands into the lush, romantic world of a four-cello quartet before culminating in a powerful concerto performance where Fung takes center stage, backed by the ACMC All-Star Chamber Orchestra. It's a celebration of collaboration and the cello's magnificent voice.

Artists:

• Zlatomir Fung, cello
• Sandy Yamamoto, piano
• Johyun Min, violin
• Hyobi Sim, viola
• Saeunn Thorsteinsdottir, cello
• Jonathan Rouse, double bass
• Soha Quartet

Program:

• Bach Chaconne from Partita No. 2
• Arensky Quartet No. 2
• Saint-Saëns Cello Concerto No. 1
• Tchaikovsky Andante Cantabile

Hold on to your seats for "American Voices," a musical road trip with the genre-bending Invoke Quartet. This trailblazing ensemble smashes boundaries between classical, bluegrass, and folk traditions. Their performance is a vibrant tapestry of American sounds, journeying from the concert hall to the Appalachian trail, from swinging jazz clubs to cinematic vistas, all connected by the quartet's infectious energy and original compositions.

Artists:

• Nick Montopoli, violin
• Zach Matteson, violin
• Karl Mitze, viola
• Geoff Manyin, cello

Program:

• Invoke: Evolve and Travel
• Florence Price: “Finale; Presto” from Symphony No. 1
• Aaron Copland: “Corral Nocturne” from Rodeo
• William Grant Still: “The Jovial One” from Lyric Quartet
• Peter Schickele: Dance Music
• Scott Joplin: Pineapple Rag
• Duke Ellington: Sophisticated Lady
• Jocelyn C. Chambers: Enigma for the Night
• Jessie Montgomery: Strum
• Invoke: select originals
• Jonathan Bingham: Lessons of History

The fun begins before the concert! Arrive early for hands-on activities for kids in the lobby, presented in partnership with local music organizations like Terra Nova Violins, Blackerby Violins, Armstrong Community Music School, and more. Then, join us for a family-friendly concert featuring Camille Saint-Saens’s beloved Carnival of the Animals. This performance invites young listeners and their families into the vibrant world of chamber music, with interactive elements and games that create an engaging, playful environment. The story will be narrated in both English and Spanish, making it a wonderful experience for everyone.

Artists

• Invoke Quartet
• Monica Salas, narrator
• Katie Greenwell Worsham, flute
• Tyler Webster, clarinet
• Jonathan Rouse, bass
• Michael Lenahan, piano
• Sohee Kwon, piano
• Tom Burritt, percussion

Program

• Carnival of the Animals, Camille Saint-Saëns

Experience “A Night at the Opera” with the award-winning Galvin Cello Quartet, where four cellos transform into an entire opera company. You'll hear the drama, passion, and unforgettable melodies of the world's greatest operas—from the bubbly overtures of Mozart to the fiery passion of Carmen. This program reimagines these grand theatrical works in an intimate setting, showcasing the cello's unique ability to sing and tell stories.

Artists:

• Sydney Lee
• James Baik
• Haddon Kay
• Luiz Fernando Venturelli

Program

• Mozart: Marriage of Figaro: Overture
• Massenet: Meditation from “Thais”
• Beethoven: 12 Variations on a Theme from Handel’s Judas Maccabaeus
• Paganini: Variations on a Theme by Rossini (“Moses”)
• Clara Schumann: 6 Lieder, Op. 13
• Johann Strauss Sr.: Jelacic March, Op. 244
• Bizet: Suite from Carmen
• Bellini: Casta Diva
• Britten: The Salley Gardens
• Johann Strauss Jr.: Overture to "Die Fledermaus"

Embark on a journey into the soul of the string quartet with the internationally renowned Ariel Quartet, known for their fiery and passionate performances. This concert explores the depths of musical expression, from the turbulent and grief-stricken final quartet of a romantic genius to the revolutionary, introspective, and ultimately transcendent world of one of Beethoven's last great works. It's an evening of profound emotion and sublime beauty.

Artists

• Alexandra Kazovsky, violin
• Gershon Gerchikov, violin
• Jan Gruning, viola
• Amit Even–Tov, cello

Program

• Mendelssohn: Quartet in F Minor, Opus 80
• Alban Berg: String Quartet, Op. 3
• Ludwig van Beethoven: String Quartet Op 132