Kerson Leong, described by the Toronto Star as “not just one of Canada’s greatest violinists but one of the greatest violinists, period," performs a dynamic program of sonatas by Poulenc, Fauré, Boulanger, and Franck.
POULENC Violin Sonata FAURÉ Violin Sonata No. 1 in A Major BOULANGER Deux Morceaux FRANCK Violin Sonata in A Major
Violinist Kerson Leong leads an in-depth master class with Colburn students, offering a rare glimpse into the artistic, creative, and learning processes.
Talented ensembles and soloists from the Conservatory of Music present programs of beloved classical works.
Music Academy and Dance Academy students perform celebrated choreography paired with musical masterworks.
Cleveland Orchestra principal clarinet Afendi Yusuf has become an in-demand soloist and chamber musician thanks to his “clear, liquid tone, pitch-perfect intonation, and effortless technique” (Chicago Classical Review). The Conservatory alumnus returns to the Colburn stage for a program of quartets and quintets by Brahms, Villa-Lobos, and Penderecki.
PENDERECKI Quartet for Clarinet and Strings VILLA-LOBOS Quintette en forme de chôros BRAHMS Clarinet Quintet in B Minor
Experience the talent and creativity of Colburn’s distinguished faculty artists as they perform their own curated programs with friends and students. This concert features guitar works by Bach, Villa-Lobos, Gnattali, and Liptak.
BACH Ich “folge dir gleichfalls” from St. John Passion GNATTALI Sonata for Guitar and Cello DAVID LIPTAK Songs for Persephone VILLA-LOBOS Assobio a Jato (The Jet Whistle) DE FALLA Siete canciones populares españolas
Experience great artistry as students from the Conservatory of Music perform solo and chamber works in this weekly recital series. Performance Forum is generously underwritten by Alice Steere Coulombe. This performance will be livestreamed.
Baroque composers such as Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, and more are spotlighted in this intimate performance of masterworks.
Music Academy students show off their talents in this intimate recital series featuring a delightful mix of repertoire. This performance will be livestreamed.
This afternoon of playful pieces begins with Gershwin’s An American in Paris, which paints a vivid picture of life in the French capital—bustling streets, car horns, and all. The musical fireworks continue in a jazz-influenced piano concerto by Ravel before the lively spirit and dance-like melodies of Dvořák’s Eight Symphony close out the program.
GERSHWIN An American in Paris RAVEL Piano Concerto in G Major DVOŘÁK Symphony No. 8
Hear original works from innovative 20th and 21st century composers in this performance highlighting contemporary music.
Music Academy students perform thrilling works for two pianos in this year-end concert.
This conductorless chamber orchestra comprised of talented young musicians brings to life rich programs of orchestral works. This performance will be livestreamed.
Students from the Conservatory of Music present dazzling chamber works in this intimate recital series.
Experience the talent and creativity of Colburn’s distinguished faculty artists as they perform their own curated programs with friends and students. This concert features contemporary works Sarah Gibson, Andrew Norman, Stephen Hartke, and Donald Crockett.
ANDREW NORMAN The Companion Guide to Rome for String Trio STEPHEN HARTKE The King of the Sun for Piano Quartet DONALD CROCKETT to be sung on the water for Violin and Viola SARAH GIBSON I do not want horses or diamonds for Piano Quintet
Musical Director Liz Kinnon leads Colburn's Adult Jazz Workshops in a mix of swing, blues, be-bop, and Latin-flavored tunes. Repertoire includes standards by such icons as Vince Guaraldi, Duke Ellington, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Thelonious Monk, Horace Silver, and others.
Led by Eleanor Núñez, the Community School's orchestras present a rich program of varied work.
This end-of-semester School Recital series showcases talented instrumentalists and vocalists from the Community School of Performing Arts.
Led by Adrian Dunn, the Community School’s choral program presents an evening of vibrant works for voice.
Years of dedicated practice and performance culminate in a dazzling display by graduating students.
Join the Community School's String Ensemble and String Orchestra for their annual spring performance.
Join the Community School’s Suzuki violin and cello students for their Spring Festival.
Students from the Community School’s Ed and Mari Edelman Chamber Music Institute Honor Program perform a program of varied chamber works.
Join the Community School’s Suzuki guitar students for their end-of-semester concert.
Join us as we celebrate the Community School of Performing Arts’ graduating high school seniors. The event will feature student performances and remarks.
The Community School’s Concert Band and Wind Ensemble, directed by Eleanor Núñez, perform thrilling works for brass, winds, and percussion.
Experience the talent and creativity of Colburn’s distinguished faculty artists as they perform their own curated programs with friends and students. This performance features works for strings by Beethoven, Bach, Brahms, and Dvořák.
BEETHOVEN Violin Sonata No. 3 DVOŘÁK Terzetto BACH Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 BRAHMS String Sextet No. 1
Selected through a rigorous and competitive audition process, top students from the Community School take the stage in a recital showcasing solo and chamber music.
Student creativity takes center stage as Colburn Dance Academy artists present a program of their original works.
Flute students from the Community School will perform repertoire especially composed and arranged for the instrument.
Students from the Ed and Mari Edelman Chamber Music Institute perform dazzling chamber works.
Colburn’s talented tap students show off their skills in this vibrant spring showcase.
Colburn Dance students of all ages close the year with a celebratory program featuring new choreography and beloved masterworks.