In early April, 2009, the talented Danish String Quartet gave a stunning performance in the final of the Eleventh London International String Quartet Competition 2009. The triennial competition is widely acknowledged as one of the world’s leading competitions of its kind. The young, yet widely experienced, quartet, not only won the First Prize, but they also took with them a number of special awards. More »
Chatham Baroque, western Pennsylvania’s only professional baroque ensemble playing on period instruments, excites audiences with dazzling technique and artful interpretation. In recent years the trio has taken its performances and educational program to Montreal, Mexico City, the British Virgin Islands and countless locales across the United States. More »
The Harlem Quartet has a unique and challenging mission: to advance diversity in classical music while engaging young and new audiences through the discovery and presentation of varied repertoire, highlighting works by minority composers. Dedicated to education and outreach as well as to superb classical performance, this innovative and daring all-Black and Latino string quartet serves as principal faculty at the Sphinx Performance Academy at Walnut Hill School in Massachusetts, one of the premier independent arts prep schools in the world, and as visiting faculty at the Sphinx Preparatory Music Institute at Wayne State University in Detroit. The Harlem Quartet made their acclaimed Carnegie Hall debut in the fall of 2006 at the Sphinx Organization's 10th anniversary gala at Carnegie Hall, earning rave reviews from The New York Times. More »
With a singular artistic vision that transcends musical fashions and trends, Stephen Hough is widely regarded as one of the most important and distinctive pianists of his generation. In recognition of his achievements, he was awarded a prestigious MacArthur Fellowship in 2001, joining prominent scientists, writers and others who have made unique contributions to contemporary life. More »
Classical guitarist David Russell won the 2005 GRAMMY award in the category of best instrumental soloist in classical music for his CD AIRE LATINO. Russell is world renowned for his superb musicianship and inspired artistry, having earned the highest praise from audiences and critics alike. In recognition of his great talent and his international career, he was named a Fellow of The Royal Academy of Music in London in 1997. More »October 9,2010
Exhilarating, Inspiring, High energy
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November 13, 2010
Dazzling technique and artful interpretation, playing period instruments
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January 29, 2011
Innovative and daring, superb musicianship, engaging performances
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February 26, 2011
One of the most important and distinctive pianists playing today
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March 26, 2011
2005 Grammy Award winner returns to the Coastal Concerts stage
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Bethel United Methodist Church Hall
Fourth & Market Streets
Lewes, DE 19958
(Wheelchair accessible)