Step inside Bach’s world for an immersive evening at The Breakers! Acclaimed violinist Eldbjørg Hemsing returns, joining harpsichordist Sebastian Bottone and Newport Classical’s Resident Festival Artists in Colors of Bach, a program that explores the breadth of one of classical music’s most influential voices. Bringing together solo, chamber, and ensemble works from across Bach’s lifetime, this performance offers a rare opportunity to experience his music as a living, breathing world of sound, rich with contrast, beauty, and humanity.
Framed by a quintessential Newport sunrise over the Atlantic and the iconic Cliff Walk, the Resident Festival Artists invite you to begin your day with a thoughtfully curated early morning concert. Sitting on the terrace of the Rosecliff mansion, let the gentle sea breeze and the soft glow of dawn accompany a program as peaceful and reflective as the setting itself. Presenting works by Biber, Beethoven, Pärt, Holst, and Golijov, we invite listeners to awaken with the day’s first light in harmony with the music.
Described as “piano magicians” by The Arts Desk, duo Pavel Kolesnikov and Samson Tsoy bring their synergy to Newport for a magical night of interplay between two of today’s most compelling pianists. Known for their inventive site-specific performances, from car parks in London to historic theaters in Aldeburgh, they now add The Breakers mansion to their impressive list of unique venues. Their program is anchored by Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring and Ravel’s Ma Mère l’Oye, promising an evening of “magical” (BBC Music Magazine) and playful dialogue between two pianos and four hands.
Step into the golden age of opera with two of the world’s most celebrated voices. Tenor Lawrence Brownlee and soprano Erin Morley bring their unparalleled virtuosity to The Breakers for an unforgettable evening of bel canto masterpieces. From Rossini and Bellini to Verdi and Bizet, this dazzling program features some of opera’s most beloved arias, showcasing the exceptional technique that has made these two artists international stars. Experience the thrill of hearing music written for the world’s greatest voices performed by two artists at the absolute pinnacle of their careers, all set against one of Newport’s most breathtaking mansions.
Internationally acclaimed for their “fearless, yet probingly beautiful” performances (The Strad), the GRAMMY® Award-winning Parker Quartet returns to Newport with a vibrant program featuring Mozart, Silvestrov, and Schubert. Renowned for their fresh interpretations of canonical works, the Quartet continues to chart a dynamic artistic path rooted in both tradition and innovation. Having captivated audiences on the world’s premier stages for over two decades, the Parker Quartet now steps onto the stage of the magnificent Breakers mansion, promising an evening as unforgettable as the setting.
Regarded as one of the most compelling pianists of his generation, Dmitry Shishkin offers a captivating solo recital at The Breakers mansion. A prizewinner of the International Tchaikovsky and Geneva International Music Competitions, Shishkin is praised by Gramophone for his “imaginative pointing to his phrasing.”
Don’t miss the finale of the 57th Newport Classical Music Festival, featuring GRAMMY® Award-winning Harlem Quartet alongside Newport Classical’s Resident Festival Artists in an exhilarating evening of string octets. Known for bringing “a new attitude to classical music” (Cincinnati Enquirer), Harlem Quartet brings its signature dynamic energy to The Breakers for a performance steeped in innovation and collaboration. With a program dynamically anchored by Shostakovich and Mendelssohn, this finale promises to be a bold and exciting send-off to the 2026 Festival.
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Kick off your Fourth of July festivities with Fenway Quintet, one of the Boston area’s most esteemed professional brass quintets! The ensemble returns with a joyous patriotic program celebrating America's birthday through the iconic sounds that shaped the nation.
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Due to forecasted inclement weather, the concert will take place inside at Newport Craft's indoor taproom.
Experience a free, family-friendly 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.
Get ready for a high-energy, genre-blending afternoon with PROJECT Trio! Known for their electrifying stage presence, the trio fuses classical, jazz, hip-hop, and world music for audiences of all ages. This free concert features a program ranging from Mozart and Bach to Bernstein and Beatles classics, alongside original works by PROJECT Trio themselves.
