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Music in Context’s Twenty-Ninth Season is an exalting tour of some of music’s most astounding and iconic compositions. Each program features a history-changing work of musical art, illuminated anew by our brilliant musicians and fabulous instruments, and accompanied by delicious lesser-known compositions.

Founded in 1995, Context’s mission is to:

⦿ present the most imaginative and commanding chamber music from a wide spectrum of styles;

⦿ played on our world-class collection of historical and modern instruments;

⦿ performed with style and vivid communication by esteemed musicians;

⦿ with concise, enlightening comments;

⦿ in an intimate hall where you’ll be close to the music.

CONTEXT is a one-of-a-kind ensemble devoted to the presentation of music from a wide range of styles and eras. Stylistically enlightened performances, historically appropriate instruments, and innovative programming combine to place compositions in their musical context.

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Find out more about the musicians and pianos by clicking on their photo.

Musicians for
2024–25

photo of Richard Belcher
Richard Belcher
cello
photo of Stephanie Chase
Stephanie Chase
violin
Norman Fischer
cello
photo of Jean-Michel Fonteneau
Jean-Michel Fonteneau
cello
photo of Jason Hardink<
Jason Hardink
piano
photo of Michael Kannen
Michael Kannen
cello
photo of Alex Munger
Alex Munger
piano
photo of Maureen Nelson
Maureen Nelson
violin
photo of Alexander Woods
Alexander Woods
violin
photo of Brian Connelly
Brian Connelly
piano
photo of 1810 Rosenberger piano
1810 Rosenberger
photo of 1826 Graf piano
1826 Graf fortepiano
photo of 1852 Bosendorfer piano
1852 Bösendorfer
photo of 1890 Bluthner piano
1890 Blüthner