This concert with our Festival Artists explores the famous feud between Brahms and Liszt, in which both sought to build upon their own legacies to match that of the great Mozart. Reacquaint yourself with these timeless classics as these composers duke it out for greatness. There’s no rivalry like a classical rivalry!
Hélène Grimaud is a singular pianist known around the globe for her fierce intelligence, fearless interpretations, and sincere freedom of expression. In this characteristically thoughtful program, she approaches each work with deep respect as well as individual artistry.
Experience an unforgettable sunrise over Newport’s iconic Cliff Walk through this whimsical and inspiring morning concert with our Festival Artists. These works, introspective in nature and written for different string configurations, together make for a meditative and uplifting start to your day.
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Charismatic Norwegian violinist Eldbjørg Hemsing is one of the leading young violinists of our time. At Newport Classical, she returns to her roots as a specialist of the music of Edvard Grieg, opening this imaginative program with his Sonata for violin and piano No. 2.
Join our Festival Artists for an invigorating afternoon concert at Emmanuel Church, where the stunning English Gothic Revival architecture shapes an enveloping acoustic experience. This program highlights the solo and virtuosic capabilities of these talented emerging artists.
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Under the musical direction of Richard Egarr in his second season as Music Director, Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra is recognized as “America’s leading historically informed ensemble” (The New York Times). Considered the most versatile ensemble of its kind and performing entirely on period instruments, PBO offers a thoughtful program of Handel and Biber.
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Now entering their second decade, the United States-based Hermitage Piano Trio has solidified its place as one of the world’s leading piano trios, garnering multiple GRAMMY® Award nominations, audience raves, and high press accolades for their performances.
The Great American Songbook is to American music what the complete works of Shakespeare are to English literature: an indispensable and crucial foundation for a unique and sophisticated art form. Newport Classical’s Festival Artists will take us on a grand instrumental journey featuring eloquent break-up ballads, wistful reveries, and exultant celebrations of love and romance.
Internationally award-winning pianist Charlie Albright quickly became a Newport Classical Music Festival favorite for his ability to bring music to everyone, connecting with audiences through his music, speaking, and uniquely playful approach to concerts.
Mezzo-Soprano Heather Gallagher and Baritone Joseph Parrish join our Festival Artists for an enchanting morning recital of art song ("Lieder" in German). Director of Artistic Planning, Trevor Neal, has curated an incredible recital program of songs composed in the nearly forty years between 1888 and 1922.
