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.
Internationally renowned Israeli cellist Amit Peled is acclaimed as one of the most exciting and virtuosic instrumentalists on the concert stage today. Joined here by longtime musical collaborator pianist Solomon Eichner, this program explores music for cello by pioneering American composers.
Bach's six Cello Suites are among the most extraordinary and iconic works ever written for cello. Each piece resonates with its own unique characteristics and sonority. This is a rare opportunity to hear the full collection performed in its entirety by one of the preeminent cellists of our time.
The Minnesotan low-voice ensemble Cantus has developed a national following for their trademark warmth and blend, innovative programming, and riveting performances of music ranging from the Renaissance to the 21st century.
Simone Dinnerstein is a distinctive musical voice. The Washington Post has called this GRAMMY-nominated pianist “an artist of strikingly original ideas and irrefutable integrity,” and all thirteen of her albums have topped the Billboard classical charts.
Three-time GRAMMY-nominated violinist/composer Curtis Stewart curates a thrilling evening of piano quintets, including the world premiere of The Gilded Cage, composed for the Newport Classical Music Festival through our annual commissioning initiative.
Don’t miss Newport Classical’s hottest ticket of the summer – the annual Opera Night in concert at The Breakers! This year, experience a bold and unforgettable un-staged production of Mozart’s 1790 Italian opera buffa Così fan tutte, featuring six quickly emerging operatic stars.
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.
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.
Celebrate the conclusion of the 2023 Music Festival with The Knights – a New York-based orchestral collective of adventurous musicians dedicated to transforming the concert experience and eliminating barriers between audiences and music.