Pianist Daniil Trifonov
December 1, 2026
Chanticleer Holiday Concert
December 2, 2026
Takács Quartet, Pianist Jeremy Denk
January 16, 2027
Pianist Aristo Sham
February 3, 2027
Orpheus Chamber Orchestra,
Pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason
February 15, 2027
Midori with The Lucerne Festival Strings
February 28, 2027
The Cleveland Orchestra, Semyon Bychkov, conductor, Alexandre Kantorow, piano
March 14, 2027
FIVE EXTRAORDINARY PIANISTS...ONE LEGENDARY VIOLINIST
Pianist Daniil Trifonov
Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 7:30 pm
Chanticleer Holiday Concert
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 7:30 pm
Takács Quartet with pianist Jeremy Denk
Saturday, January 16, 2027, 7:30 pm
Pianist Aristo Sham
Wednesday, February 3, 2027, 7:30 pm
Orpheus Chamber Orchestra with pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason
Monday, February 15, 2027, 7:30 pm
Midori with The Lucerne Festival Strings
Sunday, February 28, 2027, 2 pm
The Cleveland Orchestra
Semyon Bychkov, conductor; Alexandre Kantorow, piano
Sunday, March 14, 2027, 2 pm
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2026 Giving Challenge, April 15-16, Noon to Noon
BE THE ONE who helps keep the world’s most celebrated classical artists coming to Sarasota.
For more than 80 years the Sarasota Concert Association has held a unique place in our cultural community, presenting the world’s most celebrated orchestras, ensembles, and soloists. Help us sustain this legacy and join us for the 2026 Giving Challenge where each online gift up to $100 (per donor) will be matched 1:1
Come celebrate our 82nd season, presenting world-renowned orchestras, chamber ensembles and acclaimed soloists.
FIVE EXTRAORDINARY PIANISTS…ONE LEGENDARY VIOLINIST
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2027 Great Performers Series
Saturday, January 16, 2027 at 7:30 pm | Riverview Performing Arts Center
TAKÁCS QUARTET WITH PIANIST JEREMY DENK
A favorite of Sarasota audiences, the Grammy Award-winning Takács Quartet kicks off the Great Performers Series with pianist Jeremy Denk, performing Franck’s Piano Quintet, Mozart’s Quartet K. 590, and Mendelssohn’s Quartet, Op. 80.
“The Takács Quartet brought brilliant, inspired playing to the stage.” —The Strad
“Jeremy Denk is a pianist you want to hear no matter what he performs.” – The New York Times
Wednesday, February 3, 2027 at 7:30 pm | Riverview Performing Arts Center
PIANIST ARISTO SHAM
2025 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition Gold Medal winner and already in demand worldwide, Aristo Sham performs some of the most beloved piano repertoire, including Beethoven’s Sonatas Nos. 13 and 14, Rachmaninoff’s Six Moments Musicaux and Chopin’s Impromptus Nos. 1, 2, 3 and Fantaisie Impromptu.
“An artist whose playing combines clarity, elegance and abundant technique.” —The New York Times
Monday, February 15, 2027 at 7:30 pm | Van Wezel
ORPHEUS CHAMBER ORCHESTRA WITH PIANIST ISATA KANNEH-MASON
In a unique collaboration, internationally-acclaimed British pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason and the renowned Orpheus Chamber Orchestra perform selections from Handel’s “Water Music” Suite, Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 27, and Haydn’s Symphony No. 91.
“Isata Kanneh-Mason is a profound and greatly gifted artist.” —Gramaphone
“The Chamber Orchestra’s performances have polish and spirit, and display an infectious love for making music.” —The New York Times
Sunday, February 28, 2027 at 2 pm | Van Wezel
MIDORI WITH THE LUCERNE FESTIVAL STRINGS
Since age 11, Midori has performed with virtually every major orchestra in the world, and is known for her uncompromising artistry. She joins Switzerland’s famed Lucerne Festival Strings ensemble to perform Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto. The program also includes Beethoven’s Symphony No. 2.
In a recent performance at Carnegie Hall, The New York Times remarked, “Midori had remarkable bow control for a pure, singing tone even when the music was at its most glassy and still.”
Sunday, March 14, 2027 at 2 pm | Van Wezel
THE CLEVELAND ORCHESTRA
Semyon Bychkov, conductor
Alexandre Kantorow, piano
Described by Gramophone as a “fire-breathing virtuoso with a poetic charm,” International Tchaikovsky Competition winner Alexandre Kantorow joins The Cleveland Orchestra for Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini. The program also includes Britten’s Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra, and Elgar’s Enigma Variations.
“Alexandre is Liszt reincarnated. I’ve never heard anyone play these pieces, let alone play the piano the way he does.” Jerry Dubins, Fanfare Magazine.
“The Cleveland Orchestra is America’s most brilliant orchestra, one of the finest ensembles in the country (if not the world).” —The New York Times
SPECIAL EVENTS AT SARASOTA OPERA HOUSE
PIANIST DANIIL TRIFONOV
Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 7:30 pm, Sarasota Opera House
Grammy Award-winning pianist Daniil Trifonov has made a spectacular ascent of the classical music world, as a solo artist, as well as a champion of the concerto and chamber music repertoire. Combining consummate technique with rare sensitivity and depth, his performances are a perpetual display of astounding virtuosity and lyrical intensity. “He has everything and more, … tenderness and also the demonic element. I never heard anything like that,” marveled pianist Martha Argerich. As The Times of London notes, he is “without question the most astounding pianist of our age.” In demand throughout the world, Daniil Trifonov will at last make his Sarasota recital debut.
CHANTICLEER HOLIDAY CONCERT
Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at 7:30 pm, Sarasota Opera House
The Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble, Chanticleer, is known around the world as “an orchestra of voices” for its wide-ranging repertoire and dazzling virtuosity. One of the most prolific recording and touring ensembles in the world, Chanticleer has sold more than a million recordings. Back by popular demand, Chanticleer returns to Sarasota to perform an all-new program of Renaissance classics and holiday favorites.
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Music Matinees
This free program features exceptional regional musicians performing a variety of musical styles from classical to popular. The 2027 season will be presented at St. Andrew United Church of Christ in Gulfgate, Sarasota. Featured artists will be announce in late 2026.
All concerts are free, but registration is required.
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