January 26, 2022
Thank you to everyone who was able to make it to the bonus performance that opened up our 74th season. It was a great success! This was our first concert since the pandemic began, and we’re thrilled to be back. There’s really nothing as special as the sharing the unique experience that each chamber music … Continue reading Starting our 74th Season with a Bonus Concert from the Modigliani Quartet
April 24, 2017
Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (Clarinet, Piano & Strings) Tuesday May 2, 2017 8:00 pm Vancouver Playhouse, 600 Hamilton Street Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (Clarinet, Piano & Strings) Gloria Chien, piano Bella Hristova, violin Danbi Um, violin Mark Holloway, viola Dmitri Atapine, cello Pianist Gloria Chien debuted with the Boston Symphony Orchestra at … Continue reading Redemption: Mozart + CMS Clarinet, Piano & Strings – Season 69
April 4, 2017
Han Finckel Setzer Trio Tuesday April 11, 2017 – 8:00 pm Vancouver Playhouse Han Finckel Setzer Trio Wu Han, piano David Finckel, cello Philip Setzer, violin Violinist Philip Setzer is a founding member of the Emerson String Quartet, which has received nine Grammy Awards, three Gramophone Awards, and an Avery Fisher Prize, and has performed … Continue reading Han Finckel Setzer Trio – Season 69
July 18, 2016
It’s that time of year again: warm summer days, breezy evenings, and the perfect opportunity to indulge in sweet fizzy cocktails accompanied by chamber music’s lighter side. We’ve compiled a list of our favourite summer tunes and what to pair it with so you’ll have the perfect set-up for a summer’s eve. The Playlist Serenade … Continue reading Summer Sippers
July 7, 2016
Sunday, December 1, 2013 Vancouver Playhouse 3:00 pm This concert is generously sponsored by Mr. Eric Wyness Edward Dusinberre – violin Károly Schranz – violin Geraldine Walther – viola András Fejér – cello Recognized as one of the world’s great ensembles, the Takács Quartet plays with a unique blend of drama, warmth and humor, combining … Continue reading Takács Quartet – Season 66
May 17, 2016
A favourite of the many talented quartets who’ve graced the Friends of Chamber Music stage, Antonín Leopold Dvořák’s output of chamber music included more than 40 works for string ensembles. This prolific collection is in addition to his numerous symphonies, operas, and concerti. The first of 14 children, Dvořák’s early years with his family in … Continue reading Composer Spotlight: Antonín Dvořák
April 13, 2016
Everyone had to start somewhere. The great composers and musicians of chamber music put in countless hours of practice before becoming household names. Even the naturally talented Beethoven studied with multiple teachers to master his technique and compositions. Whether you’ve been inspired to play an instrument for the first time, are coming back to it … Continue reading Get Schooled: In Chamber Music
March 24, 2016
1. Pavel Haas Quartet Sunday October 11, 20153:00pm Sergei Prokofiev Quartet No.1 in B Minor, Opus 50 Ludwig van Beethoven Quartet in F minor, Opus 95 “Serioso” Béla Bartók Quartet No.5 Sz.102 After a three year absence, we are pleased to welcome back the Pavel Haas Quartet. Of the great younger quartets today, they are … Continue reading 2015-2016 68th Season Concerts
January 15, 2016
We recently had the opportunity to speak with Pat Laimon, another of our wonderful board members who keep the FCM running smoothly. Perhaps most recognizable from her involvement with the Young Musicians Competition, Pat’s contributions have been many over the years. What inspired you to join the FCM board? I’ve been interested in chamber music … Continue reading Meet Board Member Pat Laimon
November 12, 2015
We are thrilled to be participating in #GivingTuesday for a second year! After the hype of #BlackFriday and #CyberMonday, #GivingTuesday celebrates giving back to the charities we love. As a 100% volunteer-based registered charity, the Friends of Chamber Music ask that you take part in the opening day of the giving season by spreading the … Continue reading FCM: #GivingTuesday 2015
