Vania Pimental, piano Concert pianist Vania Pimentel, born and raised in Brazil, has been promoting Brazilian music in creative recital programs. She has a BA in Music and another BA in Philosophy from Brazil, KA graduate artist diploma from Germany, … Read More
Alan Busteed, violin & Xian Zhou, cello Praised for his stunning technique, sensitivity and superb artistry, San Diego Symphony Orchestra cellist Xian Zhuo is a young professional musician whose artistry is recognized by awards and audiences. The winner of the … Read More
Johnny Gandelsman (solo violin) Groundbreaking violinist Johnny Gandelsman opens our season with an exciting solo recital, combining his own original compositions, works he commissioned and premiered as part of his This is America project, and monumental works by J.S. Bach.
Valencia Baryton Project The Valencia Baryton Project is: Matthew Baker (baryton), Brett Walfish (viola), Ismar Gomes, (cello). This unique group returns to the Athenaeum with a varied program showcasing the baryton (a rarely heard instrument that had its heyday as … Read More
Baumer Quartet with Kate Hatmaker and Alex Greenbaum The Baumer Quartet returns to the Athenaeum after a warm reception at their first visit in 2023. They’ll share works by Mozart and Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate before joining our own Kate Hatmaker … Read More
Sophie Shao (cello) and John Blacklow (piano) This exciting duo’s first visit to the Athenaeum will feature works by Beethoven, Schnittke and Chopin in a virtuosic tour de force.
Owls By weaving together new compositions with collaboratively generated arrangements of music ranging from the 1600s to the present, Owls' distinctive instrumentation allows them access to beautiful and exhilarating new sound worlds—effectively guaranteeing that each performance is uniquely theirs and … Read More
Formosa Quartet For centuries, the United States has been seen as a place of hope, opportunity, and refuge—a destination for those fleeing war, persecution, violence, and disaster. Yet this promise exists alongside a complex history that challenges us to examine … Read More
