Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival

Anne Akiko Meyers, violin | Jason Vieaux, guitar
2026-01-18 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | The Preserve at The Amelia River Club, 4477 Buccaneer Trail, Fernandina Beach, FL, 32034, United States
Two Grammy-winning virtuosi join forces for an intimate evening of violin and guitar, in a breathtaking marsh-front setting at The Amelia River Club.
Program (subject to change)
Stravinsky: Suite Italienne
Mason Bates: *New Commissioned Work*
Philip Glass: New Chaconne

15-Minute Intermission

Jose Luis Merlin: Suite del Recuerdo
Astor Piazzolla: Oblivion
Arturo Marquez: Danzon No.2
Anne Akiko Meyers
Anne Akiko Meyers, GRAMMY® Award-winning violinist, is one of the most celebrated artists of her generation. Known for her passionate artistry and dedication to contemporary music, she has commissioned, premiered, and recorded a remarkable body of new works. The Strad hails her as “the Wonder Woman of commissioning” for her collaborations with leading composers including Arvo Pärt, John Corigliano, Philip Glass, Michael Daugherty, Arturo Márquez, Eric Whitacre, and many others.
With over 40 albums to her name, Meyers’s recordings are staples of classical radio and streaming platforms. In 2024, her recording of Márquez’s Fandango with Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Philharmonic won two Latin GRAMMY® Awards. She continues to perform globally as soloist with top orchestras and in recital. Her 2025–26 season includes the premiere of Whitacre’s The Pacific Has No Memory and four world-premiere recordings with ensembles such as the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Albany Symphony, and New Zealand Symphony.
A frequent presence on television and media, Meyers has appeared on The Tonight Show, Tiny Desk, Great Performances, and NPR. She has performed for dignitaries including the Emperor and Empress of Japan and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands, and at landmark venues such as Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl.
Born in San Diego, she studied with renowned pedagogues Alice and Eleonore Schoenfeld and later at Juilliard with Dorothy DeLay. She made her first major recording at age 18 and has received the Avery Fisher Career Grant and an honorary doctorate from The Colburn School. She serves on the boards of The Juilliard School and The Dudamel Foundation.
Anne performs on the 1741 “Ex-Vieuxtemps” Guarneri del Gesù, considered one of the finest violins in the world, and uses Larsen Strings.
Jason Vieaux
GRAMMY® Award-winning guitarist Jason Vieaux, hailed as “among the elite of today’s classical guitarists” (Gramophone) and “perhaps the most precise and soulful classical guitarist of his generation” (NPR), has earned a reputation for his virtuosic yet lyrical artistry. From Lincoln Center and Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw to Seoul Arts Center, he has captivated audiences worldwide with performances praised as “virtuosic, flamboyant, dashing, and sometimes ineffably lyrical” (The New York Times).
Vieaux has appeared as soloist with leading orchestras including Cleveland, Toronto, St. Louis, Houston, and Columbus, working with conductors such as Giancarlo Guerrero, Gerard Schwarz, and David Robertson. His passion for new music has led to premieres and recordings of concertos by Jeff Beal, Avner Dorman, Vivian Fung, Jonathan Leshnoff, and Pat Metheny, among many others. In 2021, he recorded Metheny’s Four Paths of Light, written specifically for him, and in 2014, won the GRAMMY® for Best Instrumental Classical Solo for Play.
His acclaimed discography includes Bach Volume 2: Works for Violin (2022), Shining Night with violinist Anne Akiko Meyers, and Concierto del Luna (Sony Classical). He also collaborates regularly with artists such as the Escher String Quartet, Sasha Cooke, Yolanda Kondonassis, Julien Labro, and Timothy McAllister.
Vieaux is a frequent guest on premier chamber music series including the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, Philadelphia Chamber Music Society, 92nd Street Y, and San Francisco Performances. Festival appearances include Ravinia, Caramoor, and Music@Menlo.
A dedicated educator, Vieaux co-founded the guitar department at the Curtis Institute of Music in 2011 and has taught at the Cleveland Institute of Music for 25 years. He also leads an online guitar school for ArtistWorks with hundreds of global students. He performs on a 2013 Gernot Wagner guitar.

Meet the Musician: Anne Akiko Meyers and Jason Vieaux
2026-01-17 17:00 - 18:30 | Story & Song Center for Arts & Culture, 1430 Park Ave., Fernandina Beach, FL, 32034, United States
Two extraordinary talents come together for an evening of conversation and connection. Violinist Anne Akiko Meyers, a Grammy Award winner and “Wonder Woman of commissioning” (The Strad), is a returning Festival favorite celebrated for her stunning performances and collaborations with today’s foremost composers. She is joined by Grammy‑winning guitarist Jason Vieaux, praised by NPR as “perhaps the most precise and soulful classical guitarist of his generation” and admired for his vibrant, expressive artistry.
Enjoy this free event with on‑stage interviews, audience Q&A, a cash bar, and photo opportunities—then make your plans now to hear them perform the following day, January 18, 2026, at the Amelia River Club.

SOLD-OUT Sounds of the Season featuring Time For Three
2025-12-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Ritz Carlton Amelia Island, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy, Fernandina Beach, FL, 32034, United States
THIS CONCERT IS SOLD-OUT
Join us for an unforgettable night under the stars as the Grammy and Emmy-winning ensemble Time For Three (TF3) brings their electrifying sound to the elegant Courtyard of The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. This special holiday concert promises to be a celebration of music, magic, and memories.
TF3 — featuring Charles Yang (violin, vocals), Nicolas “Nick” Kendall (violin, vocals), and Ranaan Meyer (double bass, vocals) — defies convention with a genre-blending performance that fuses classical mastery with pop, rock, and folk influences. Their dynamic energy and heartfelt harmonies create a sound that resonates with audiences around the globe.
Ticket price includes a welcome glass of Poinsettia Champagne and valet parking.
Attire: Resort sophisticated, jackets required for gentlemen.
Meet the Musician: Time For Three
Salt, the Ritz-Carlton’s AAA-Five Diamond restaurant, will offer a special fixed priced dinner the evening before the concert, December 16, 2025, to commemorate the official opening of the Festival’s 25th Anniversary Season. The evening will include a cocktail reception with passed hors d’oeuvres and wine/champagne toast, and a three-course dinner, and opportunities to meet and greet with the members of Time For Three. Click HERE to purchase your dinner reservation now.
Sounds of the Season Concert & Hotel Package
Experience the magic of the Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival’s 25th Anniversary opening concert from the comfort of The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. Enjoy a luxurious Courtyard Room with balcony concert views, concert tickets for two, valet parking, and a house champagne welcome amenity. An unforgettable holiday escape combining world-class music with Ritz-Carlton elegance. Click HERE to purchase this package directly from The Ritz-Carlton.

About Time For Three
Grammy and Emmy-winning ensemble, Time For Three (TF3), defies convention and boundaries by showcasing excellence across different genres, including classical music, Americana, and singer-songwriter. Their unique sound captivates audiences, immersing them in a musical experience that merges various eras, styles, and traditions of Western music. TF3, consisting of Charles Yang (violin, vocals), Nicolas “Nick” Kendall (violin, vocals), and Ranaan Meyer (double bass, vocals), combines their instruments and voices in a remarkable sound, establishing a distinct voice of expression that resonates with listeners worldwide.
TF3’s longstanding history of collaboration with contemporary classical composers continues to thrive. They have worked closely with esteemed artists such as Chris Brubeck and Pulitzer Prize winners William Bolcom and Jennifer Higdon. Their most recent commission, Contact, composed by Pulitzer Prize winner Kevin Puts, premiered with the San Francisco Symphony and The Philadelphia Orchestra in the summer of 2022. This extraordinary piece, alongside Jennifer Higdon’s Concerto 4-3, was released on Deutsche Grammophon under the album title Letters for the Future. Conducted by Xian Zhang, the album’s exceptional quality propelled it onto the Billboard top 10 Classical Recordings charts. Additionally, it garnered a nomination for an Opus Klassik award and received a Grammy win in the Best Classical Instrumental Solo category.
Renowned for their charismatic and energetic performances, TF3 has garnered praise from respected outlets including NPR, NBC, The Wall Street Journal, and the Chicago Sun-Times. They have graced illustrious stages such as Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, and The Royal Albert Hall, effortlessly adapting their inimitable and versatile style to intimate venues like Joe’s Pub in New York or Yoshi’s in San Francisco. TF3 was featured on the acclaimed “Night of the Proms” tour, sharing stages with renowned artists like Chaka Khan and Ronan Keating across several European countries. Their collaborations span a diverse range of artists, including Ben Folds, Branford Marsalis, Joshua Bell, Aoife O’Donovan, Natasha Bedingfield, and Arlo Guthrie.
TF3’s exceptional talents have not only earned them a Grammy win but also secured them an Emmy for their concert special, “Time For Three In Concert,” produced by PBS. Their appetite for new experiences led them to collaborate with cellist and composer Ben Sollee, creating the soundtrack for Focus Features’ film Land, directed by Robin Wright. Premiering at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2021. TF3 has teamed up with Grammy-winning songwriter Liz Rose and Grammy-winning producer Femke Weidema for new recordings released through Warner Music. They have also contributed to Summer Walker’s R&B hit, Constant Bullsxxt, showcasing their versatility across genres.
Time For Three’s artistic achievements, fueled by their relentless pursuit of musical excellence, have solidified their status as a remarkable ensemble. Their Grammy win and extraordinary collaborations speak to their unwavering dedication to pushing creative boundaries and captivating audiences with their exceptional talent.

Meet the Musician: Time For Three @ Salt
2025-12-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Ritz Carlton Amelia Island, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy, Fernandina Beach, FL, 32034, United States
The Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival is delighted to open its milestone 25th Anniversary Season with an unforgettable two-day celebration in partnership with The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. This collaboration, Sounds of the Season, begins with an extraordinary Commemorative Dinner on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at the Ritz’s award-winning fine dining restaurant, Salt.
This exclusive evening offers guests the rare opportunity to meet the Grammy and Emmy-winning ensemble Time for Three—Nicolas “Nick” Kendall (violin, vocals), Charles Yang (violin, vocals), and Ranaan Meyer (double bass, vocals)—in an intimate, relaxed setting before their highly anticipated December 17 performance that officially opens our 25th Anniversary Season.
The evening begins at 6:00 p.m. with a with a wine and champagne toast, paired with elegant passed hors d’oeuvres, included in the ticket price. Guests will then savor a three-course prix-fixe menu at 7:00 p.m., featuring Lobster Salad, Steak, and Dessert artfully prepared with Salt’s signature touch: simple, seasonal ingredients elevated with more than 40 unique varieties of salt sourced from around the world. With its AAA Five Diamond award-winning service, Salt offers a rare blend of relaxed coastal elegance and refined culinary artistry.
This remarkable evening is priced at $150 per person (plus tax and gratuity, service fee, wine and drinks at dinner are not included in the fixed price). Seating is limited, ensuring an intimate atmosphere for conversation, exceptional cuisine, and the shared anticipation of a spectacular concert the following night.
Celebrate the season. Savor the moment. Join us for a night where fine dining and extraordinary music meet.
Please note: The dress code in Salt is resort sophisticated, requiring ALL gentlemen to wear long pants, closed-toe shoes and no hats in the Dining Room. Dinner jackets are required.
Sounds of the Season Concert & Hotel PackageExperience the magic of the Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival’s 25th Anniversary opening concert from the comfort of The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. Enjoy a luxurious Courtyard Room with balcony concert views, concert tickets for two, valet parking, and a house champagne welcome amenity. An unforgettable holiday escape combining world-class music with Ritz-Carlton elegance. Click HERE to purchase this package directly from The Ritz-Carlton.

25th Anniversary Silver Soirée
2025-10-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Story & Song Center for Arts & Culture, 1430 Park Ave., Fernandina Beach, FL, 32034, United States
Join us for a sparkling evening to launch our 25th season, featuring live music, a short documentary film premiere highlighting the history of the Festival, and an exclusive look at what’s ahead this season. Hors d’oeuvres will be provided and a cash bar will be available.
