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Naumburg International Competition’s 100th Anniversary
The Walter W. Naumburg Foundation, the world’s longest running classical music competition, will be celebrating its 100th Anniversary with a celebratory concert on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 3pm at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall. The afternoon will showcase performances by its illustrious alumni that will include to date: Carol Wincenc (1978 Flute Award); Colin Carr (1981 Cello Award); Charles Neidich (1985 Clarinet Award); Anton Nel (1987 Piano Award); Leonidas Kavakos (1988 Violin Award); Awadagin Pratt (1992 Piano Award); Frank Huang (2003 Violin Award); Erin Wagner (2021 Vocal Award); Valentin Kovalev (2022 Saxophone Award); and Jack Gao (2023 Piano Award). The Emerson String Quartet (1978 Chamber Music Award) will be making a celebratory reunion on this historic occasion.
(Program to be announced soon.)
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Chamber Music: Gunn Theater at Legion of Honor
Delight in every turn of phrase as SF Symphony musicians perform together within the intimate realm of chamber music. This series showcases the 1742 Guarneri del Gesù violin on loan to Alexander Barantschik and the San Francisco Symphony from the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco.
Program
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Piano Trio in E major, K.542
Johannes Brahms: Cello Sonata No. 1 in E minor, Opus 38
Robert Schumann: Piano Trio No. 1 in D Minor, Opus 63
Artists
Violin
Cello
Piano
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Victoria Bach Festival: Solo Recital
Program and performance details to be announced soon.
Victoria Bach Festival: beethoven piano concerto no. 4
Festival Orchestra conducted by Alejandro Hernandez-Valdez
Beethoven Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58.
Bravo Vail Festival: Classically Uncorked I
Two-Piano Concerts with Anne-Marie McDermott and the Anderson-Roe Duo.
Gregory Anderson
Anne-Marie McDermott
Anton Nel
Elizabeth Joy Roe
Four pianists, two pianos.
Program to be announced.
Bravo Vail Festival: Classically Uncorked I
Two-Piano Concerts with Anne-Marie McDermott and the Anderson-Roe Duo.
Gregory Anderson
Anne-Marie McDermott
Anton Nel
Elizabeth Joy Roe
Four pianists, two pianos.
Program to be announced.
Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival: Gershon/Cohn Final Gala Concert & Dinner
PROGRAM
"Concerto Night"
Beethoven, Piano Concerto in G Major, Op. 58
Mendelssohn, Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64
Anton Nel, piano; Abigel Kralik, violin
The Chamber Music Orchestra: Charae Krueger, Jessica Wu, Joseph Skerik, Guang Wang, Emily Daggett Smith, Yinzi Kong
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La Follia Austin Baroque: Haydn! Beethoven! Scotland! - with Anton Nel
What do Haydn and Beethoven have in common? First, and not surprisingly, they wrote great chamber music. Second, and quite unexpectedly, they wrote many superb settings of Scottish songs.
Get a taste of both as Anton Nel performs on fortepiano with La Follia and guest vocalists. What a satisfying way to end a concert season!
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La Follia Austin Baroque: Haydn! Beethoven! Scotland! - with Anton Nel
What do Haydn and Beethoven have in common? First, and not surprisingly, they wrote great chamber music. Second, and quite unexpectedly, they wrote many superb settings of Scottish songs.
Get a taste of both as Anton Nel performs on fortepiano with La Follia and guest vocalists. What a satisfying way to end a concert season!
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Austin Chamber Music Center: Trio recital
Enjoy a whirlwind ride through the works of Beethoven and Dvorak! Violinist Sandy Yamamoto and cellist Matthew Zalkind of the Yamazalde Trio are joined by beloved pianist Anton Nel to close out ACMC’s concert season. The program begins with the dramatic edge and psychological depth of Ludwig van Beethoven’s Trio Op. 70, No. 2. Antonín Dvořák’s struggle with loss and identity gives us a passionate finale in his Piano Trio No. 3.
Program
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827): Piano Trio in E-flat Major, Op. 70, No. 2
Antonín Dvořák (1841–1904): Piano Trio No. 3 in F Minor, Op. 65
Artists
Sandy Yamamoto, violin
Matthew Zalkind, cello
Anton Nel, piano
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Austin Chamber Music Center: Trio recital
Enjoy a whirlwind ride through the works of Beethoven and Dvorak! Violinist Sandy Yamamoto and cellist Matthew Zalkind of the Yamazalde Trio are joined by beloved pianist Anton Nel to close out ACMC’s concert season. The program begins with the dramatic edge and psychological depth of Ludwig van Beethoven’s Trio Op. 70, No. 2. Antonín Dvořák’s struggle with loss and identity gives us a passionate finale in his Piano Trio No. 3.
Program
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827): Piano Trio in E-flat Major, Op. 70, No. 2
Antonín Dvořák (1841–1904): Piano Trio No. 3 in F Minor, Op. 65
Artists
Sandy Yamamoto, violin
Matthew Zalkind, cello
Anton Nel, piano
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Chamber Music: Gunn Theater at Legion of Honor
Delight in every turn of phrase as SF Symphony musicians perform together within the intimate realm of chamber music. This series showcases the 1742 Guarneri del Gesù violin on loan to Alexander Barantschik and the San Francisco Symphony from the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco.
Program
Joseph Haydn: Piano Trio in A major, Hob. XV:18
Edvard Grieg: Piano Sonata in E minor, Opus 7
Franz Schubert: Piano Trio No. 1 in B-flat Major, D. 898
Artists
Violin
Cello
Piano
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St. Matthew’s Cathedral Arts: masterclass
2024 DISTINGUISHED ARTIST WEEKEND presents a master class with ANTON NEL, piano
featuring selected advanced and professional classical pianists.
free parking and admission
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St. Matthew’s Cathedral Arts: Solo Recital
2026 DISTINGUISHED ARTIST WEEKEND presenting ANTON NEL, piano.
Program
Franz Joseph Haydn: Sonata in C Major, Hob XVI:50
Franz Schubert: Drei Klavierstücke, D. 946
Carl Czerny: Variations on a Theme by Rode, op. 33 (“La Ricordanza”)
Alexander Scriabin: Prelude in G-flat Major, op. 16, no. 3
Dmitri Shostakovich: Prelude in C-sharp Minor, op. 34, no. 10
Sergei Prokofiev: Prelude in C Major, op. 12, no. 7
Sergei Rachmaninov: Prelude in G Major, op. 32, no. 5
Frédéric Chopin: Andante spianato et grande polonaise brillante in E-flat
Major, op. 22
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Shenandoah University | Keyboard Series: Solo Recital
For this special program, Nel brings his remarkable artistry to a beautifully curated selection of works by Haydn, Schubert, Czerny and more, including Chopin’s exquisite Andante spianato et grande polonaise brillante. Known for interpretations that are both refined and deeply personal, Nel leads listeners through a program that traverses classical elegance, romantic lyricism and early modern virtuosity.
Program
Franz Joseph Haydn: Sonata in C Major, Hob XVI:50
Franz Schubert: Drei Klavierstücke, D. 946
Carl Czerny: Variations on a Theme by Rode, op. 33 (“La Ricordanza”)
Alexander Scriabin: Prelude in G-flat Major, op. 16, no. 3
Dmitri Shostakovich: Prelude in C-sharp Minor, op. 34, no. 10
Sergei Prokofiev: Prelude in C Major, op. 12, no. 7
Sergei Rachmaninov: Prelude in G Major, op. 32, no. 5
Frédéric Chopin: Andante spianato et grande polonaise brillante in E-flat
Major, op. 22
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Shenandoah University | Keyboard Series: Piano Masterclass
Observe the guest artists as they work with Shenandoah Conservatory piano students. Masterclasses are typically held on the Monday following each World of the Piano performance from 10AM to noon in Armstrong Concert Hall. Limited seating is open to the public for quiet observation. Please arrive by 9:45AM.
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Seattle chamber music society: winter festival, concert #6
Program
Horn Sonata in F Major, Op. 17
Piano Quartet in A Major, Op. 30
String Quintet No. 3 in E-flat Major, Op. 97, "American"
Artists
Milena Pajaro-van de Stadt, Viola
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Seattle chamber music society: winter festival, concert #5
Program
Sonata Tam Aris À 5, for Trumpet, Violin, 2 Violas & Continuo No. 4 in C Major, C. 117
Horn Quintet in E-flat Major, K. 407
Fantasie in F minor, Op. 103, D. 940
String Quartet in F Major
Artists
Milena Pajaro-van de Stadt, Viola
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Seattle chamber music society: winter festival, concert #5 (Pre-concert)
Program
Drei Klavierstücke, D. 946
Artist
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Chamber Music: Gunn Theater at Legion of Honor
Delight in every turn of phrase as SF Symphony musicians perform together within the intimate realm of chamber music. This series showcases the 1742 Guarneri del Gesù violin on loan to Alexander Barantschik and the San Francisco Symphony from the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco.
Program
Franz Schubert: Notturno in E-flat major, D.897
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Violin Sonata in B-flat major, K.378
Johannes Brahms: Piano Trio No. 1 in B major, Opus 8
Artists
Violin
Cello
Piano
The 2025 Chamber Music Competition
Anton Nel will be a jury member of the Naumburg International Chamber Music Competition.
Piano Seminar: Master Class with Anton Nel
A master class with acclaimed pianist and University of Texas at Austin faculty member Anton Nel.
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Club Amadeus: Solo recital
Enjoy chamber music the way that it was intended to be experienced - up close and intimate with four annual events! Club Amadeus membership is 100% tax-deductible and goes to support Mainly Mozart and its many programs. Acclaimed pianist Anton Nel performs a virtuosic solo concert.
2:00pm : Champagne Welcome
3:00pm: Concert
4:00pm: Post-Concert Artist Mingle
Chamber Music at the Gunn Theater, presented by the San Francisco Symphony
Delight in every turn of phrase as SF Symphony musicians perform together within the intimate realm of chamber music. This series showcases the 1742 Guarneri del Gesù violin on loan to Alexander Barantschik and the San Francisco Symphony from the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco.
PROGRAM
Ludwig van Beethoven, Piano Trio in E-flat major, Opus 1, no.1
Ludwig van Beethoven, Variations on “Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu,” Opus 121
Ludwig van Beethoven, Piano Trio in B-flat major, Opus 97, Archduke
FEATURED ARTISTS
Violin
Cello
Piano
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La Follia Austin Baroque: Herd of Harpsichords
PROGRAM
Anton Nel and La Follia director Keith Womer perform music written for harpsichords of all types. Hear and see these beautiful instruments and learn what makes them different, as well as what makes the harpsichord sound so intoxicating. Yes, there will be a petting zoo at intermission and afterwards.
Music by Bach, Scarlatti, Handel, and Couperin, as well as modern works by Hirabayashi and McLean.
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La Follia Austin Baroque: Herd of Harpsichords
PROGRAM
Anton Nel and La Follia director Keith Womer perform music written for harpsichords of all types. Hear and see these beautiful instruments and learn what makes them different, as well as what makes the harpsichord sound so intoxicating. Yes, there will be a petting zoo at intermission and afterwards.
Music by Bach, Scarlatti, Handel, and Couperin, as well as modern works by Hirabayashi and McLean.
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Schubertiade, with Anton Nel & Friends
PROGRAM
Franz Schubert
Die Forelle, D. 550
Nachtyhmne, D. 687
Der Musensohn, D. 764
Der Hirt auf dem Felsen, D. 965
Fantasie in F Minor for Piano, Four Hands, D. 940
Piano Quintet in A Major, Trout Quintet, D. 667
FEATURED ARTISTS
Irida Herri, soprano
Jonathan Gunn, clarinet
Rick Rowley, piano
Sandy Yamamoto, violin
Wilhelm Magner, viola
Bion Tsang, cello
Joel Braun, double bass
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dallas chamber symphony
PROGRAM
Richard McKay conducts an evening of energy and elegance, beginning with Poulenc’s witty, jazz-tinged Piano Concerto (1949) performed by internationally acclaimed pianist Anton Nel, followed by Mozart’s sparkling Piano Concerto No. 19. After intermission, the orchestra brings Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 to life — a masterwork celebrated for its driving rhythms and jubilant melodies.
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Berkely Hillside Club Chamber Music Series
PROGRAM
Amy Beach, Piano Quintet F minor Op.67 (1907)
Robert Schumann, Piano Quintet E-flat Major Op.44 (1842)
FEATURED ARTISTS
Tomodachi Quartet
Cordula Merks – violin
Mayumi Wyrick – violin
Amy Hiraga – viola
Peter Wyrick – cello
with
Anton Nel – piano
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Solo recital
PROGRAM
Franz Joseph Haydn
Sonata in C, Hob XVI:50
Allegro
Adagio
Allegro molto
Franz Schubert
Drei Klavierstücke, D. 946
Impromptu in E-flat Minor
Impromptu in E-Flat Major
Impromptu in C Major
Alexander Scriabin
Prelude in G-flat Major, op. 16, no. 3
Dmitri Shostakovich
Prelude in C-sharp Minor, op. 34, no. 10
Sergei Prokofiev
Prelude in C Major, op. 12, no. 7
Sergei Rachmaninoff
Prelude in G Major, op. 32 no. 5
Frédéric Chopin
Andante Spianato And
Grande Polonaise Brilliante,in E-flat, op. 22
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Aspen music festival and school - chamber music
PROGRAM
CHRISTOPHER STARK: New Work (AMFS co-commission)
MORLOCK: Vespertine
COLERIDGE-TAYLOR: Five Negro Melodies for Piano Trio, op. 59 no. 1
BRAHMS: Piano Trio No. 2 in C major, op. 87
FEATURED ARTISTS
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Aspen music festival and school - chamber music
PROGRAM
SAMUEL ADAMS: First Work (World Premiere, AMFS co-commission)
MOZART: Piano Quartet in G minor, K. 478
BRAHMS: Cello Sonata No. 2 in F major, op. 99
FEATURED ARTISTS
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Aspen music festival and school - chamber music
PROGRAM
STEPHEN HARTKE: Ship of State
FAURÉ: Piano Quartet No. 1 in C minor, op. 15
R. SCHUMANN: Piano Quartet in E-flat major, op. 47
This event will stream live on medici.tv. The world's leading purveyor of online classical events, medici.tv will present five concerts from the AMFS, August 7-10, in high-end audio and video to millions of classical connoisseurs over five continents.
FEATURED ARTISTS
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Aspen music festival and school - chamber music
PROGRAM
Observe gifted young pianists from the AMFS's Solo Piano program as they work on major repertoire with their Artist-Faculty mentors.
FEATURED ARTISTS
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Aspen music festival and school - chamber music
PROGRAM
MESSIAEN: Couleurs de la Cité Celesta
JEREMIAH SIOCHI: Pelagic Poem
RAVEL: Sonata for Violin and Cello
SHOSTAKOVICH: Viola Sonata, op. 147
FEATURED ARTISTS
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