Events

Celebrate the new year with music that dances. This festive program features Vivaldi's dazzling “Winter” from The Four Seasons, Dvořák's spirited Slavonic Dances, Piazzolla's passionate tangos, Schoenfield's jazz-inspired Café Music, and a spectacular finale with Strauss's beloved Blue Danube Fantasy for piano four-hands. Plan to join us after the concert for an artist's reception at […]

Anderson and Roe, piano duo Anderson & Roe (Greg Anderson and Elizabeth Joy Roe) turn the piano duo into a high-wire act of wit and virtuosity. Called "the very model of complete 21st-century musicians" by the Washington Post, they fuse classical fire with pop instinct in performances that crackle with chemistry. After the performance, the […]

Step inside the artistic process as internationally acclaimed pianist Aristo Sham works one-on-one with talented young pianists in this free public masterclass. More than a lesson, a masterclass offers a rare glimpse into how a world-class musician shapes interpretation, technique, and musical expression. Whether you're a pianist, music student, educator, or simply curious about what […]

One of the world's leading chamber ensembles, the Dover Quartet shares its expertise with the next generation of musicians during this free public masterclass at the University of North Florida. Watch talented student string ensembles receive personalized coaching as the Quartet explores ensemble communication, interpretation, and performance. An inspiring experience for musicians and music lovers […]

Once regular Festival performers, the Dover Quartet have become one of the world's most acclaimed string quartets. Their long-awaited return reunites them with the Amelia Island audience that has cheered them on from the beginning. Program *This program will run a little over 2-hours, including a 15-minute intermission. Quartet No. 1 in G minor, Op. […]

An Evening with Audra McDonald A Juilliard-trained soprano and Emmy, Grammy, and six-time Tony Award winner, Audra McDonald is the only performer in history to win in all four Tony acting categories. A recipient of the National Medal of Arts and one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people, she comes to Amelia Island For […]

Experience the artistry of internationally celebrated cellist Johannes Moser in this free public masterclass at the University of North Florida. As he coaches young cellists, Moser shares the musical insights, technical expertise, and expressive ideas that have made him one of today's most acclaimed performers. Whether you play the cello or simply enjoy live music, […]

2027 marks 200 years since Beethoven's death, and pianist Marc-André Hamelin, back in Amelia Island after last season's appearance with the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, marks the occasion with cellist Johannes Moser in a program spanning four of Beethoven's five cello sonatas. From the early Op. 5 to the late Op. 102, it's a journey through […]

Two-time IBMA Entertainer of the Year, Balsam Range brings twenty years of road-tested bluegrass: mountain music, played by mountain musicians, for an audience ready to stomp along. Parking: A $15 valet parking fee applies at the Ritz-Carlton and is not included in your ticket price. This fee will be paid on-site via credit card. A […]

Join acclaimed cellist Nick Canellakis for a free public masterclass featuring talented students from the Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestras. Known for his engaging personality and remarkable artistry, Canellakis works with young musicians to refine technique, deepen musical interpretation, and build confidence on stage. Audience members are invited to observe this inspiring educational experience and discover […]

Curtis on Tour | The Nina von Maltzahn Global Touring Initiative of the Curtis Institute of Music Curtis on Tour is the global touring initiative of America's most selective conservatory, the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia. Cellist Nicholas Canellakis leads this program centered around the Dohnányi Sextet for the unique combination of piano, violin, […]