Originally founded in 1969, and previously known as Newport Music Festival (NMF), Newport Classical has a rich legacy utterly devoted to classical music here in Newport. Newport Classical embodies timeless music for today with a year-round chamber series, free community concerts, family friendly events, and the summer Music Festival we all know and love. 

This year's iconic summer Newport Classical Music Festival returns from July 4 - 21 with nearly thirty summer concerts in the renowned Newport Mansions, including The Breakers, The Elms, and Chinese Tea House, as well as other impressive venues, such as Castle Hill Inn, Blithewold Mansion, Newport Art Museum, Redwood Library & Athenæum, and the Norman Bird Sanctuary. Tickets are on sale now.

Find more information and the full Music Festival schedule below. 

FAST FACTS

What: Newport Classical Music Festival
When: July 4 - 21, 2024
Where: Historic Venues In + Around Newport
Admission: On sale now, purchase here.

THE SCHEDULE

Performances take place from July 4 - 21, 2024 at stunning historic venues in and around Newport. All information provided by Newport Classical, for more information or to purchase tickets, click here. 

  1. Patriotic Pops
  2. Opening Night with Sphinx Virtuosi
  3. Joyce Yang
  4. Italian Strings in Nature
  5. Chanticleer
  6. Piano Trios
  7. Evenings with Laura Benanti
  8. Duo Kayo
  9. French Musings
  10. Opera Night: La tragédie de Carmen
  11. Sunrise Meditations
  12. A Far Cry
  13. Canadian Brass
  14. Poulenc Trio with Hanzhi Wang
  15. An Evening with Violinist Anne Akiko Meyers
  16. Classical Movie Music
  17. Two Pianos are Better than One
  18. Lincoln Trio
  19. Isidore String Quartet
  20. Daniel del Pino, Marian Herrero, and Friends
  21. Melodic Introspections at Sunrise
  22. Handel and Haydn Society
  23. Composer Talk with Clarice Assad
  24. Llewellyn Sánchez-Werner Live
  25. PubliQuartet performs a World Premiere
  26. Sō Percussion with vocalist and composer Caroline Shaw
  27. Lara Downes Family Concert
  28. Closing Night with Pianist Lara Downes

Patriotic Pops

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Where:
King Park
When:
July 4 at 7:30 PM
Cost:
FREE

Join us for this relaxed open-air concert at King Park to kick off your Fourth of July festivities (and the Music Festival!). Fenway Quintet, one of the Boston Area’s most esteemed professional brass quintets, have prepared a joyous patriotic program complete with percussion, celebrating America's birthday with iconic sounds that shaped the nation.

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Opening Night with Sphinx Virtuosi

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Where:
The Breakers
When:
July 5 at 8:00 PM
Cost:
Premier: $110, Orchestra: $95, Main: $75, Side and Rear: $55

Set against the opulent backdrop of The Breakers, the self-conducted chamber orchestra delivers a pioneering program spotlighting historically marginalized composers. Sphinx Virtuosi is joined by cellist Thomas Mesa in this brilliant opening to the 55th Music Festival.

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Joyce Yang

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Where:
The Breakers
When:
July 6 at 8:00 PM
Cost:
Premier: $100, Orchestra: $85, Main: $65, Side and Rear: $50

Captivating audiences with her virtuosity and interpretive sensitivity, GRAMMY®-nominated pianist Joyce Yang brings her tactile, expressive playing to the timeless beauty of The Breakers. Yang promises a passionate evening, captivating audiences with selections from the legendary Russian composers including Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition.

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Italian Strings in Nature

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Where:
Norman Bird Sanctuary
When:
July 7 at 9:00 AM
Cost:
General Admission: $45

Surrounded by the serene beauty of the Norman Bird Sanctuary, join the Festival Artists for this delightful morning program of Italian chamber music, including an arrangement of Rossini’s beloved William Tell Overture.

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Chanticleer

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Where:
The Breakers
When:
July 7 at 8:00 PM
Cost:
Premier: $110, Orchestra: $95, Main: $75, Side and Rear: $55

GRAMMY® Award-winning male-voiced “orchestra of voices” Chanticleer makes their much-anticipated return to Newport after a sold-out concert during the 2021 Festival.

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Piano Trios

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Where:
The Elms
When:
July 9 at 11:00 AM
Cost:
Premier: $58, Main: $48

Delve into the rich tapestry of classical repertoire, starting with Beethoven's lively and nimble Piano Trio in B-flat Major, then journeying through Elfrida Andree's evocative and dramatic Piano Trio in G minor, before culminating in the sublime beauty of Schumann's revered Piano Trio No. 1.

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Evenings with Laura Benanti

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Where:
The Breakers
When:
July 9 & 10 at 8:00 PM
Cost:
Premier: $140, Orchestra: $105, Main: $80, Side and Rear: $60

Step into the world of Broadway magic as Newport welcomes the legendary Laura Benanti, celebrated for her Tony Award-winning performances and captivating presence on stage and screen, including her memorable role in HBO's The Gilded Age.

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Duo Kayo

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Where:
Newport Art Museum
When:
July 10 at 4:00 PM
Cost:
Premier: $60, Main: $50

This concert is made possible through the generous support of Karen and Rich Calo. Two of our 2023 Festival Artists, violist Edwin Kaplan and cellist Titilayo Ayangade, return to Newport as the innovative pair, Duo Kayo. 

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French Musings

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Where:
The Elms
When:
July 11 at 11:00 AM
Cost:
Premier: $58, Main: $48

Inspired by the 18th-century French chateau d’Asnieres outside Paris, The Elms is the perfect place for a morning concert of delightful French repertoire ranging from Baroque elegance to neoclassical charm. The Festival Artists breathe new life into these timeless masterpieces.

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Opera Night: La tragédie de Carmen

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Where:
The Breakers
When:
July 11 at 8:00 PM
Cost:
Premier: $110, Orchestra: $95, Main: $75, Side and Rear: $55

Inspired by the 18th-century French chateau d’Asnieres outside Paris, The Elms is the perfect place for a morning concert of delightful French repertoire ranging from Baroque elegance to neoclassical charm. The Festival Artists breathe new life into these timeless masterpieces.

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Sunrise Meditations

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Where:
Chinese Tea House
When:
July 12 at 5:15 AM
Cost:
Premier: $60, Main: $55

Join us for a truly uplifting morning experience that promises to awaken your senses and ignite your spirit, setting the perfect tone for a day filled with inspiration and joy.

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A Far Cry

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Where:
The Breakers
When:
July 12 at 8:00 PM
Cost:
Premier: $100, Orchestra: $85, Main: $65, Side and Rear: $50

Experience the captivating return of GRAMMY®-nominated chamber orchestra A Far Cry to Newport, joined by Canadian pianist Dinuk Wijeratne and acclaimed Syrian clarinetist Kinan Azmeh.

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Canadian Brass

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Where:
The Breakers
When:
July 13 at 8:00 PM
Cost:
Premier: $100, Orchestra: $85, Main: $65, Side and Rear: $50

Hailed as the epitome of brass excellence, Canadian Brass promises to ignite The Breakers with their genre-transcending talents, ensuring an unforgettable evening of musical brilliance and boundless entertainment.

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Poulenc Trio with Hanzhi Wang

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Where:
Redwood Library & Athenæum
When:
July 14 at 3:00 PM
Cost:
Premier: $58, Main: $48

Hanzhi Wang unveils the accordion's versatility and charm, paired with the timeless elegance of the acclaimed Poulenc Trio, creating an enchanting musical dialogue that transcends genres and eras.

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An Evening with Violinist Anne Akiko Meyers

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Where:
The Breakers
When:
July 14 at 8:00 PM
Cost:
Premier: $110, Orchestra: $95, Main: $75, Side and Rear: $55

Esteemed American violinist Anne Akiko Meyers, joined by the virtuosic pianist Max Levinson, promises a radiant celebration of artistic brilliance and innovation.

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Classical Movie Music

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Where:
Blithewold Mansion
When:
July 16 at 11:00 AM
Cost:
Premier: $58, Main: $48

Relive the magic of blockbuster classics performed by our resident Festival Artists at the beloved Blithewold Mansion―the perfect summer outing for classical music lovers and film buffs alike.

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Two Pianos are Better than One

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Where:
Castle Hill Inn
When:
July 16 at 7:30 PM
Cost:
Premier: $115, Main: $90

Newport Classical returns to the picturesque Castle Hill Inn for a mesmerizing and thoughtfully curated program of works for two pianos featuring the dynamic talents of American pianist Drew Peterson and beloved returning Festival Artist Llewellyn Sánchez-Werner.

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Two Pianos are Better than One

Lincoln Trio

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Where:
The Elms
When:
July 17 at 11:00 AM
Cost:
Premier: $58, Main: $48

The renowned Lincoln Trio marks the culmination of their illustrious twentieth anniversary. Revered for their pioneering spirit and innovative contemporary repertoire, the Trio promises an unforgettable performance with the iconic Brahms C Major Piano Trio that catapulted them to acclaim.

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Isidore String Quartet

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Where:
The Breakers
When:
July 17 at 8:00 PM
Cost:
Premier: $90, Orchestra: $75, Main: $55, Side and Rear: $45

This red-hot young quartet was founded in 2019 at the Juilliard School and launched their current trajectory by winning one of the most prestigious awards in chamber music at the 2022 Banff Competition.

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Daniel del Pino, Marian Herrero, and Friends

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Where:
The Breakers
When:
July 18 at 8:00 PM
Cost:
Premier: $100, Orchestra: $85, Main: $65, Side and Rear: $50

Embark on a musical journey led by acclaimed Spanish concert pianist and beloved past Festival artist Daniel del Pino, accompanied by the talented violist Marian Herrero, as they unveil a treasure trove of rarely performed masterpieces by Spanish composers.

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Melodic Introspections at Sunrise

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Where:
Chinese Tea House
When:
July 19 at 5:15 AM
Cost:
Premier: $60, Main: $55

Experience the stunning sunrise over Newport’s iconic Cliff Walk during this inspiring and introspective concert as the festival artists take you from Beethoven through inspiring works by some of today's most interesting composers.

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Handel and Haydn Society

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Where:
The Breakers
When:
July 19 at 8:00 PM
Cost:
Premier: $100, Orchestra: $85, Main: $65, Side and Rear: $50

Don’t miss this joyful series of concerti and works for chamber orchestra from the Baroque period featuring acclaimed soprano Joélle Harvey and featured soloists from the Handel and Haydn Society violinist Aisslinn Nosky, oboist Debra Nagy, and organist Ian Watson.

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Composer Talk with Clarice Assad

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Where:
Newport Classical Recital Hall
When:
July 20 at 11:00 AM
Cost:
FREE

A bold composer, a brilliant pianist, and an inventive vocalist, join Clarice Assad for a conversation regarding her background and composition process, as she discusses the creation of her newly commissioned piece premiering later that evening by PubliQuartet and mezzo-soprano Renée Rapier.

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Llewellyn Sánchez-Werner Live

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Where:
Emmanuel Church
When:
July 20 at 3:00 PM
Cost:
Premier: $45 Main: $35

Join returning Festival Artist Llewellyn Sánchez-Werner for an invigorating afternoon piano recital. “A gifted virtuoso,” Sánchez-Werner quickly became a beloved pillar of the Newport Classical Music Festival, bringing technical prowess and passion to every electrifying chamber performance.

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PubliQuartet performs a World Premiere

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Where:
The Breakers
When:
July 20 at 8:00 PM
Cost:
Premier: $90, Orchestra: $75, Main: $55, Side and Rear: $45

GRAMMY®-nominated PubliQuartet, is joined by sensational mezzo-soprano Renée Rapier for the world premiere of GRAMMY®-nominated Clarice Assad's haunting composition, showcasing stories of the lives of Renaissance women through elements of mythology, quantum physics, and historical biography.

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Sō Percussion with vocalist and composer Caroline Shaw

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Where:
The Colony House
When:
July 21 at 11:00 AM
Cost:
General Admission: $45

Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Caroline Shaw and the innovative Sō Percussion come together in an electrifying program blending voice and percussion quartet.

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Lara Downes Family Concert

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Where:
Temple Shalom Middletown
When:
July 21 at 2:00 PM
Cost:
FREE, registration is required

Pianist Lara Downes brings her sought-after talents to this free afternoon performance and conversation crafted for the youngest listeners and families alike! 

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Closing Night with Pianist Lara Downes

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Where:
The Breakers
When:
July 21 at 8:00 PM
Cost:
Premier: $100, Orchestra: $85, Main: $65, Side and Rear: $50

American pianist and cultural visionary Lara Downes returns to Newport after a sold-out performance on the 2021 Festival to close out the 55th Anniversary in a recital celebrating American composers over the past century.

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