Friends of Music Concerts

05/25/2026

This article is in The Strad magazine, illustrating the importance of Cremona, Italy to violin making. Come hear Quartetto di Cremona in our 2026-27 season! www.friendsofmusicconcerts.org

F In 1961 the City of Cremona purchased Stradivari’s 1715 violin ‘Joachim’ violin. Now rechristened ‘Il Cremonese’, that violin is regarded as one of Stradivari’s most perfect instruments and has become a defining symbol of the city, as well as its pride and joy. ‘Il Cremonese’ had been sold by W.E. Hill & Sons in the case in which it had been originally presented to Joseph Joachim. For 65 years this magnificent case, arguably one of the finest examples of its kind to have ever been built, has lain undisturbed in Cremona.

For more than half a century, one of the finest violin cases ever made has lain undisturbed in Cremona. Dimitri Musafia examines the history of the case built to house the 1715 'Il Cremonese' Stradivari

05/19/2026

Exciting news from The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center! (Note: David Finckel and Wu Han, along with Philip Setzer, will be opening our 2026-27 season on Saturday, Sept. 19, 7:30 p.m., Sleepy Hollow High School.) www.friendsofmusicconcerts.org

Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center Extends Leadership of Artistic Directors David Finckel and Wu Han Through 2032
Read more: https://www.chambermusicsociety.org/about-us/news/chamber-music-society-of-lincoln-center-extends-leadership-of-artistic-directors-david-finckel-and-wu-han-through-2032

05/15/2026

Wisdom from cellist David Finckel. The Han, Setzer, Finckel piano trio opens our season on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026. Subscriptions and tickets are at www.friendsofmusicconcerts.org.

'You have to be kind, make friends and be able to play chamber music, because that’s real communication between musicians'

Cellist David Finckel shares his life lessons, discussing his inspirations and the power of sound. Link in comments 🎻

📷 Lisa-Marie Mazzucco

David Finckel and Wu Han | Music at Menlo | The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

04/28/2026

We had a truly exciting season-ending concert on April 26 with violinist Stefan Jackiw and pianist Kevin Ahfat, featuring contemporary and traditional music, creative lighting effects and a festive post-concert reception. Purchase subscriptions now for the 2026-27 season at www.friendsofmusicconcerts.org.

04/20/2026

Our last Partnerships in Education day for the season with the Katarina Quartet at Sleepy Hollow High School and Middle School and Ms. Britney Concia's students!

04/14/2026

Please note! The Trio Azura concert next season has been moved to Sunday, Oct. 18, 3 p.m., still at Sleepy Hollow High School due to a conflict on the original date. If you have any questions, email [email protected] or call 914 861 5080. For subscriptions, go to www.friendsofmusicconcerts.org.