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15 performances by leading international classical musicians at affordable prices. It now offers programming in Albany at the College of St.
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Formed by music-loving community leaders, Capital Region Classical (CRC) is a new nonprofit organization which assumed control of the beloved Union College Concert Series in December 2019. For almost fifty years, the series has presented some of the world's leading classical musicians at Union College from Mitsuko Uchida to the Emerson String Quartet to Ian Bostridge. The series performs the bulk

of its season at the historic and acouslically-superb Memorial Chapel on the campus of Union College in Schenectady. Rose and Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, and will continue to expand its reach throughout New York's Capital Region over the course of the next ten years.

11/01/2024

The “poetic and masterly” (Guardian) Benjamin Grosvenor joins us at Union College on Sunday, 11/3 for piano masterworks of Brahms, Schumann, and Mussorgsky. Don't miss this master pianist perform these 19th century gems. Head to https://rebrand.ly/bgrosvenor for tickets

10/31/2024

Attention piano lovers, CRC’s next two concerts are a treat for you!
This Sunday, November 3, Benjamin Grosvenor performs Schumann’s impassioned C-major Fantasy, Brahms’ introspective Op. 117 Intermezzi, and Mussorgsky’s seminal Pictures at an Exhibition.
The following week on November 10, Mitsuko Uchida joins Musicians from Marlboro for Beethoven’s Op. 70, No. 2 Piano Trio and Schumann’s Piano Quartet plus works of György Kurtág.
Both concerts are included in our November 4-concert series for just $100, available at https://rebrand.ly/crcnovember

10/30/2024

This Sunday, November 3, British pianist Benjamin Grosvenor, “a genius who has reached the height of his interpretive powers” (Spectator), returns to Union College with three masterpieces of the 19th century, culminating in a rare performance of Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition in its original piano version. Order your tickets at https://rebrand.ly/bgrosvenor or as part of our November 4-concert series at https://rebrand.ly/crcnovember

This British pianist first came to the series almost ten years ago as a relative unknown. He has since been catapulted to the forefront of virtuosos in the

10/28/2024

Two of the world’s top string quartets come together for rarely performed masterworks. On Sun, Nov 17, the Belcea Quartet and Quatuor Ebène perform Mendelssohn and Enescu’s Octets at Union College. Don’t miss out on these gems of the chamber music canon. Tickets are available at https://rebrand.ly/belceaebene or as part of our 4-concert November series at https://rebrand.ly/crcnovember

10/25/2024

On Sunday, November 10, the illustrious pianist Mitsuko Uchida returns to CRC alongside Musicians from Marlboro—Stephanie Zyzak, violin; Oliver Herbert - Cellist; and Beth Guterman Chu, viola—performing works of Kurtág, Beethoven, and Schumann. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience “one of the world’s foremost pianists” (NY Times) in a program of chamber music. Tickets for this highly anticipated performance are available at https://rebrand.ly/uchida-marlboro

10/24/2024

“Monumental and brilliant” (Taggespiegel), pianist Benjamin Grosvenor kicks off November at CRC with Mussorgsky's timeless classic Pictures at an Exhibition alongside works of Brahms and Schumann on Sunday, November 3 at Union College. Join us for this and the rest of our November concerts with a discounted 4-concert series at https://rebrand.ly/crcnovember

This British pianist first came to the series almost ten years ago as a relative unknown. He has since been catapulted to the forefront of virtuosos in the

10/23/2024

On Thursday, November 14 at 7:30pm, CRC presents one of the world’s finest guitarists Raphael Feuillatre at Mont Pleasant Middle School in Schenectady. Tickets are pay-as-you-wish: order yours today at https://rebrand.ly/feuillatre

Schenectady City School District

10/22/2024

We have a star-studded November beginning on Sun, Nov 3 with a performance of Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition by the virtuoso pianist Benjamin Grosvenor. Join us for “the real deal” (Financial Times, London) and the rest of our November concerts with our November 4-concert series, available at https://rebrand.ly/crcnovember

10/21/2024

On this week's new episode of Inside the Music, we invite our audience to listen to the entirety of Beethoven's Op. 130/133 including the iconic Große Fuge performed by the Belcea Quartet. Listen at https://rebrand.ly/ITMpod, and be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on future episodes!
The Belcea Quartet returns to CRC alongside the Quatuor Ebène on Sun, Nov 17 at Union College for the Mendelssohn and Enescu octets. For tickets to this special performance, visit https://rebrand.ly/belceaebene

10/19/2024

Thank you to the wonderful audiences who made CRC's opening week of concerts a success! We have an exciting lineup next month of series favorites and anticipated debuts. Save on these and the rest of our 24-25 Season with newly reduced subscriptions, available at https://rebrand.ly/2425SUBS

10/18/2024

November sees top artists from across the globe join us for concerts in Schenectady one after the other beginning on Sunday, November 3 with the return of British pianist Benjamin Grosvenor performing Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition in its original keyboard version. Head to https://rebrand.ly/bgrosvenor for tickets.

10/17/2024

TONIGHT at 7:30pm, Sean Shibe, Classical Guitarist, “this astonishing and adventurous guitarist plays with such depth of tone, colour and intricacies of touch” (The Times), joins Karim Sulayman, tenor at the Albany Institute of History & Art for a performance of their Grammy-nominated album Broken Branches including works by Britten, Monteverdi, and more. Tickets for tonight’s performance are available at https://rebrand.ly/sulaymanshibe

10/16/2024

Praised for his “phenomenal sense of line and his sensitivity to the text” (Early Music America), Karim Sulayman, tenor joins Sean Shibe, Classical Guitarist TOMORROW EVENING at the Albany Institute of History & Art for a performance of works by Monteverdi, Caccini, Layale Chaker, and Jonathan Harvey. Grab your tickets for tomorrow’s concert at https://rebrand.ly/sulaymanshibe

10/15/2024

In residence at Wigmore Hall this season, Sean Shibe, Classical Guitarist, “blessed with grace to spare, and a roar that is fearsome” (BBC Music Magazine), makes his CRC debut on Thu, Oct 17 at the Albany Institute of History & Art alongside Karim Sulayman, tenor. Performing works of Dowland and Purcell to Takemitsu and Britten, the duo are not to be missed. Order your tickets today at https://rebrand.ly/sulaymanshibe

10/14/2024

“The bright-voiced, animated Karim Sulayman, tenor stole every scene he was in” (NY Times). The Grammy-winning tenor returns to CRC this Thursday, Oct 17 at 7:30pm with the acclaimed Sean Shibe, Classical Guitarist for a performance at the Albany Institute of History & Art of their joint album Broken Branches. Tickets can be purchased at https://rebrand.ly/sulaymanshibe

10/13/2024

Join us this Thursday, October 17 at the Albany Institute of History & Art for a special hourlong performance by Karim Sulayman, tenor and Sean Shibe, Classical Guitarist of their Grammy-nominated album Broken Branches. A post-concert reception is to follow for all concertgoers. Limited seating is available; to order your tickets, head to https://rebrand.ly/sulaymanshibe

Limited Seating Available

10/13/2024

TODAY at 3pm, CRC opens its 24-25 Season with the return of the Sebastians. For tickets to this afternoon’s concert, head over to https://rebrand.ly/sebastians

10/12/2024

TOMORROW, 10/13 at 3pm, the Sebastians return to Union College for the opening of CRC’s 24-25 Season. Performing Baroque concerti of Bach and others, they bring their “elegant string playing… immaculate in tuning and balance” (Early Music Today) to Memorial Chapel. Tickets for tomorrow’s concert are available at https://rebrand.ly/sebastians

10/11/2024

Currently in residence at the Yale Collection of Musical Instruments, the NYC-based early music ensemble the Sebastians returns to CRC on Sunday, 10/13 at 3pm. Join us at Union College for the opening of our 24-25 Season; order your tickets at https://rebrand.ly/sebastians

10/10/2024

the Sebastians, who play “with stylistic authority and rhythmic verve” (NY Times), perform Sun, Oct 13 at Union College concerti of Bach, Telemann, and Pisendel. Don’t miss their performance which has been called “an absolute life-enhancing joy” (Fanfare). Tickets are available at https://rebrand.ly/sebastians

10/08/2024

the Sebastians’ 2018 performance of Bach’s St. Matthew Passion with TENET Vocal Arts was “shattering… a performance of uncommon naturalness and transparency” (NY Times). They bring their trademark energy and elegance to Union College on Sunday, October 13 at 3pm for the opening of CRC’s 24-25 Season. Head to https://rebrand.ly/sebastians for tickets.

10/07/2024

Lauded “everywhere sharp-edged and engaging” (NY Times), the Sebastians return Sun, Oct 13 at 3pm to CRC for the opening of our 24-25 Season. Following their debut with the series in 2022, the ensemble returns for concerti of Bach, Telemann, and Pisendel, culminating in Bach’s Fourth Brandenburg Concerto. Tickets can be purchased at https://rebrand.ly/sebastians

Called a “fast-rising group of period-instrumentalists,” by the NY Times, The Sebastians’ 2022 series debut astounded all in attendance. Approaching early

10/07/2024

A new episode of Inside the Music is out now! This week, Derek explores the fugal writing of Beethoven's late period with live CRC performances by pianists Jeremy Denk and Paul Lewis and the Belcea Quartet and Quatuor Ebène. To listen to this week's episode, head to https://rebrand.ly/ITMpod and be sure to subscribe so you never miss future episodes.
The Belcea and Ébène quartets join us together on Sun, Nov 17 for the octets of Mendelssohn and Enescu. For tickets, head to https://rebrand.ly/belceaebene
Pianist Jeremy Denk joins us on Sun, Jan 19 for piano works of female composers from Clara Schumann and Amy Beach to Meredith Monk and other leading composers of today. Tickets are available at https://rebrand.ly/denk

10/04/2024

Next Sunday, October 13, CRC returns to Union College for the opening of our 24-25 Season with the return of the Sebastians. Performing concerti of Bach, Telemann, and Pisendel, this “fast-rising group of period-instrumentalists” (NY Times) returns to our stage after their momentous debut in 2022. Order your tickets today at https://rebrand.ly/sebastians

10/03/2024

On the heels of our season opener on 10/13, CRC welcomes Karim Sulayman, tenor and Sean Shibe, Classical Guitarist on Thursday, October 17 at the Albany Institute of History & Art for a performance of works by Dowland, Monteverdi, Britten, and music of the Middle East. Post-concert reception to follow! Tickets for this performance can be purchased at https://rebrand.ly/sulaymanshibe or include it as part of your 24-25 Subscription at https://rebrand.ly/2425SUBS

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A rousing ovation after a breathtaking performance by @paullewispiano of Schubert’s monumental final three sonatas. What an incredible close to our season at Union College! Thanks to everyone for making world-class performances possible in the Capital Region!

Tickets for CRC's 24-25 Season are now on sale on our website! Head to https://rebrand.ly/CRC2425 for our full lineup of concerts. Be sure to check out our money-saving subscription series with newly added benefits at https://rebrand.ly/2425SUBS. We can't wait to share these concerts with you!

Get to know our next artist, violinist Geneva Lewis! Lewis returns to our series at Union College on Sunday, 2/25 with pianist Janice Carissa to perform works of distinguished British composers including Elgar's Sonata. Tickets are available at https://rebrand.ly/glewis (link in bio)

We're busily printing tickets and sending them to music lovers throughout the Capital Region in anticipation of our 50th Anniversary Season! Have you bought your tickets yet? Subscriptions are as low as $21.33 per concert and with limited seating due to health protocols, we expect to be at capacity. Don't wait! https://www.capitalregionclassical.org

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Our Story

We invite you to join us for our exciting transformation from Union College Concert Series to Capital Region Classical! The series is striking out on its own as a new nonprofit organization wholly dedicated to sustaining, developing, and ensuring performances by world-renowned classical musicians in the Capital Region.

From our founding almost 50 years ago as a volunteer organization run out of the Schenectady Museum (now MiSci) to a program under the umbrella of Union College, the series must now serve the needs of our classical music community more effectively. It must now work diligently to ensure one of the most treasured cultural programs in the Capital Region for generations to come.

What will change? Not much—we’ll continue to bring you world-class musicians at our home in Memorial Chapel. But now, a Board of Directors fully devoted to classical music oversees the series. It is no longer part of a larger institution with divergent interests and priorities, but a nonprofit organization dedicated 24-7 to the presentation of world-class chamber music performances. As a result, Capital Region Classical can better serve you and your devotion to classical music.

We look forward to continuing to share these incredible performances with you for many years!