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Please note, The DiMenna Center for Classical Music does not provide ticketing for the events at its location. To inquire about tickets to an event, please see the individual event for contact information.

Dec 11 @ 7:30 pm

X is the new Y

The concept of “X is the new Y” has long been used in culture, fashion, and art to suggest a shift in perception or a redefinition of tradition. It plays on the idea that something seemingly unconventional or... Read More

Dec 16 @ 7:00 pm

Toomai String Quintet: Passos Brasileiros

Toomai String Quintet, an ensemble dedicated to expanding the Latin American chamber music repertoire, celebrates the release of its new album “Passos Brasileiros” (Brazilian Steps) with a concert featuring music from the recording. Honoring Brazil’s vibrant musical legacy,... Read More

Apr 25 @ 7:30 pm

“scars plummet to the corners”

"music of introverted intensity" - The New Yorker "[the] evening’s high point ... tender to tough to chillingly still and mysterious ... magical" - San Francisco Classical Voice Written during the height of the Covid pandemic, a complete... Read More

May 22 @ 7:00 pm

Anthems of Dialogue

BETA Quartet has been endorsed to premiere three (3) new commissioning works for the 2024-2025 Anthems of Dialogue initiative. This innovative project features works by narrative-driven composer, pedagogue, and flutist Erin Spencer, DownBeat® Magazine Award Winner and saxophonist... Read More

Past Events

Nov 26, 2024 @ 8:00 PM

Cherylyn Lavagnino Dance’s Preview to the 25th Anniversary Season

Join us on November 26th, 2024, for an evening of time-honored repertory. We are giving you a sneak preview in anticipation of our milestone 25th anniversary season in July 2025. This momentous occasion celebrates renowned artists, choreographer Cherylyn Lavagnino and... READ MORE

Nov 22, 2024 @ 8:00 PM

TO THE EARTH: A Ceramic, Wood, Masonry, and Metal Percussion Orchestra

Frederic Rzewski’s To The Earth for speaking percussionist is used as an artistic departure point, flowing into an evening length structured improvisation by 10 percussionists using ceramic flower pots, 2x4 wood planks, cinder blocks, and galvanized steel pipes, punctuated by... READ MORE

Nov 19, 2024 @ 7:30 PM

Echoes of Latin América: A Classical Music Journey for Flute and Piano

Welcome to Echoes of Latin América: A Classical Music Journey for Flute and Piano! Join us for an enchanting evening of music at The DiMenna Center for Classical Music - Cary Hall. Immerse yourself in the rich and vibrant sounds... READ MORE

Nov 16, 2024 @ 7:00 PM

Music for Saxophones

Cobalt Quartet presents Tristan Keuris' monumental Music for Saxophones alongside Bach and a collection of works written in just the last four years. From Chris Evan Hass' vibrant, AC/DC-inspired baritone duo to the more delicate tones of Roger Tréfousse and... READ MORE

Nov 15, 2024 @ 7:30 PM

Piano 360 featuring Marilyn Nonken

Piano 360 is a groundbreaking concert featuring Marilyn Nonken, acclaimed as "one of the greatest interpreters of new music" (American Record Guide). Her performance will showcase immersive new works surrounding the audience with a spatial audio ring of speakers, including... READ MORE

Nov 9, 2024 @ 7:30 PM

Premiere Works XXX: 40th Anniversary Concert

Music From China performs world premieres of Zhou Long’s The Hard Road and David Serkin Ludwig’s Kaifeng Siddur, both commissioned for the group’s 40th anniversary. Ludwig’s work explores the intersection of the two ancient cultures of China and the world... READ MORE

Performance Calendar