Celebrate opening night of one of Portland’s most beloved summer traditions, bringing internationally acclaimed chamber musicians to Maine! Showcasing the enchanting romance of this powerfully intimate art form, this heartfelt program opens with a pair of reflective works by female composers written a century apart, and a masterfully crafted trio by Brahms. Topping off the evening is Dvořák’s sunny, spontaneous String Sextet.

PROGRAM

Amy Beach Romance, Op. 23

Eleanor Alberga No-Man’s-Land Lullaby​

Johannes Brahms Clarinet (Viola) Trio, Op. 114

Antonin Dvořák String Sextet, Op. 48

ARTISTS

David Bowlin, Amy Schwartz Moretti, Tai Murray, violins; Marcus Thompson, Melissa Reardon, violas; Brant Taylor, Raman Ramakrishnan, cellos; Henry Kramer, piano