Celebrated by the New York Times as an “outstanding ensemble… cohesive yet full of temperament,” the Verona Quartet has captivated audiences worldwide with their “sensational, powerhouse performance[s]” (Classical Voice America).
Comprised of a colorful array of Baroque instruments, including viola, lute, recorder, and voice, Ars Poetica is an ensemble of acclaimed musicians who share a passion for bringing historical music to the stage. In an evening where music and poetry are delicately woven into an intimate dialogue, the quartet will present a program of Italian and Spanish works, bringing their signature sound to masterworks from the Renaissance and Baroque eras.
Praised for his “dark-hued and razor-sharp technique” (The New York Times), violinist Yevgeny Kutik makes a highly anticipated Newport Classical debut. A recipient of the Salon de Virtuosi Grant and the Tanglewood Music Center’s Jules Reiner Violin Prize, Kutik has moved audiences with performances that marry emotional depth and technical brilliance. For this recital, Kutik collaborates with Newport Classical favorite, pianist Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner, returning after a sold-out recital in 2024.
Experience a free, family-friendly outdoor concert with the award-winning Toomai String Quintet at Newport Craft! Celebrated for their inventive arrangements and passion for Latin American repertoire, Toomai highlights creative approaches to music through the lens of Cuban and Brazilian traditions. A group of world-class musicians and passionate educators, Toomai combines these elements to create highly interactive programs for audiences of all ages.
