Caramoor’s Fall ‘24 – Spring ‘25 season features pianist Marc-André Hamelin, period ensembles Le Consort and Twelfth Night, Brentano String Quartet, Trio Mediæval, jazz from Abdullah Ibrahim and Nicole Zuraitis, American Roots from Amythyst Kiah and Twisted Pine, cabaret with Julie Benko, a benefit with Bonny Light Horseman, and much more

(July 2024)—Caramoor’s longstanding commitment to a variety of programming that
encompasses an expansive range of genres and outstanding artists continues indoors all year
round in the intimate setting of the Rosen House Music Room. Highlights of the Fall ’24 – Spring
‘25 season include the return of renowned Canadian pianist Marc-André Hamelin (Oct 6);
period instrument ensembles Le Consort (Oct 20) and Twelfth Night (April 6), the Brentano
String Quartet, including the New York premiere of a Caramoor co-commission by Lei Liang
(April 27); Trio Mediæval joined by Catalina Vicens (Dec 8); jazz from Abdullah Ibrahim
(Nov 8) and Nicole Zuraitis (May 9); American Roots from Amythyst Kiah (Oct 18) and
Twisted Pine (May 2); cabaret with Julie Benko; and a special benefit concert featuring folk
supergroup Bonny Light Horseman (Dec 7). The fall and spring season is rounded out with two
performances by the Terra String Quartet, Caramoor’s 2024–25 Ernst Stiefel String
Quartet-in-Residence (Nov 17 & May 4); young artists from Caramoor’s Evnin Rising Stars (Nov
2 & 3) and Schwab Vocal Rising Stars (March 16) programs; and more.

Designed by Caramoor’s founders, Walter T. and Lucie Bigelow Rosen, as a charmingly intimate
space for chamber music concerts, the historic Rosen House Music Room, with its authentic
Renaissance furniture, paintings dating from the 16th century, and terra cotta reliefs, provides an
ideal venue for Caramoor’s fall and spring performers – many of them unlikely to be heard this
season elsewhere in the New York area.

Recitals and Chamber Music

To open the Rosen House Music Room season, Caramoor welcomes back renowned Canadian
pianist Marc-André Hamelin, known worldwide for his unrivaled blend of consummate
musicianship and brilliant technique in the great works of the established repertoire, as well as
for his intrepid exploration of the rarities of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. The New York
Times calls him “a performer of near-superhuman technical prowess.” An exclusive recording
artist for Hyperion, Hamelin’s discography comprises more than 70 albums, including some of his
own compositions. His Caramoor program combines Haydn and Beethoven sonatas with works of
Rachmaninoff and the Russian’s younger contemporary Nikolai Medtner (Oct 6).

“One of the major players in the French baroque scene” (Diapason), Le Consort – violinists
Théotime Langlois de Swarte and Sophie de Bardonnèche; cellist Hanna Salzenstein; and
harpsichordist Justin Taylor – won the First Prize and the Public Prize at the 2017 Val de Loire
International Competition, chaired by William Christie. They explore the subtleties of the English
Baroque as influenced by Italian masterworks in the program “From Naples to London.”
Gramophone said of the group: “It’s all so fresh. Historically informed performance worn so
naturally, and works known so intimately, that these musical stories could have come from Le
Consort’s own pens and souls.” Specializing in the Trio Sonata genre, Le Consort performs works
by Purcell and John Eccles alongside those by their Italian contemporaries Vivaldi, Corelli, and
Veracini, as well as Nicola Matteis, a Neapolitan violinist and composer active in London, and J.S.
Bach (Oct 20).

Grammy-nominated vocal group Trio Mediæval – Linn Andrea Fuglseth, Anna Maria Friman,
and Jorunn Lovise Husan – brings its “Yule” program to the Rosen House Music Room,
comprising traditional Scandinavian folk songs and hymns, English medieval carols, and
contemporary music written for the group, all infused with their signature blend of chant,
folksong, and improvisation. Widely sought-after historical keyboardist Catalina Vicens
accompanies them on the hand-blown organetto (Dec 8).

Based in New York City, Twelfth Night is an ensemble of historical performance specialists led by
David Belkovski and Rachell Ellen Wong, formed with the firm belief that art is best explored as
a meeting place of the past, present, and future. Inspired by Shakespeare’s play of the same name,
the ensemble strives to invoke a spirit of boundless revelry, celebration, and community in their
programming. Harpsichordist Belkovski and violinist Wong are joined at Caramoor by violinist
Carmen Lavada Johnson-Pájaro, violist Andrew Gonzalez, cellist Coleman Itzkoff, theorbist
and guitarist Joshua Stauffer, soprano Nola Richardson, and mezzo-soprano Xenia Puskarz
Thomas for “Trouble in Paradise,” a Baroque program featuring Handel’s early pastoral cantata
Aminta e Fillide (April 6).

Acclaimed for “wonderful, selfless music-making” (The Times), the virtuosic Brentano String
Quartet returns to Caramoor for a program featuring the New York premiere of a Caramoor
co-commissioned new work by Chinese composer Lei Liang, in honor of his teacher Chou
Wen-chung. Quartets by Haydn and Brahms round out the program (April 27).

Jazz

Formerly and affectionately known as Dollar Brand, Abdullah Ibrahim is coming up on his 90th
birthday. He was born in Cape Town in 1934 and has carved out a legacy as one of Africa’s and the
world’s most illustrious jazz icons. With music that seamlessly blends jazz improvisation with
traditional African rhythms, Ibrahim has used his music as a powerful tool for social justice and
unity, inspiring countless souls along the way. He will appear in the Music Room with his trio
(Nov 8). Presented in collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center.

Winner of the 2024 Grammy Award for “Best Vocal Jazz Album” for her latest release, How Love
Begins, co-produced with Christian McBride, Nicole Zuraitis also won the Gold Medal at the
prestigious 2021 American Traditions Vocal Competition. All About Jazz calls her a “supreme
talent … first-rate songwriter, powerhouse vocalist and grade A pianist,” and besides leading her
own quartet, she is the premier vocalist for the Birdland Big Band (May 9). Presented in
collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center.

American Roots

Tennessee-raised singer, songwriter, and musician Amythyst Kiah brings her “masterful blend of
lonesome folk and neo-blues” (Rolling Stone) to the Music Room along with her band. Kiah’s
evocative storytelling, coupled with her soulful voice and consummate guitar and banjo skills, has
earned her recognition as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary roots music (Oct
18). Presented in collaboration with City Winery.

Led by the dynamic husband-and-wife team of Doni Zasloff and Eric Lindberg, Nefesh
Mountain’s fusion of Jewish music with the rich tapestry of bluegrass and Americana creates an
enchanting and uplifting sound. This December, they bring “A Hanukkah Celebration” to the Music
Room (Dec 12).

Boston-based Twisted Pine is known for taking traditional American music in exhilarating
directions. Praised by NPR for its “upbeat, poppy vibe; energetic, driving rhythms; virtuosic solos;
and tight harmonies,” the group released its sophomore album, Right Now, in 2020, injecting its
signature bluegrass sound with jazz, folk, funk, and more. “They were once bluegrass,” writes the
Boston Globe, “but … this Boston band has become something else, a wider version of string band,
boundary jumpers akin to outfits like Punch Brothers, Nickel Creek, and Crooked Still” (May 2).
Presented in collaboration with City Winery.

Benefit Concert

Pitchfork raves about folk supergroup Bonny Light Horseman: “Their voices fit together so
perfectly it’s possible at last to believe in such a star-crossed fantasy.” Paste Magazine calls the
group’s new album, Keep Me on Your Mind/See You Free, “timeless and majestic, but never too
heavy.” Comprising acclaimed musicians Anaïs Mitchell, Eric D. Johnson, and Josh Kaufman,
Bonny Light Horseman weaves together elements of Americana, indie rock, and Celtic influences,
creating a mesmerizing blend of old and new with complex harmonies, rich instrumentation, and
evocative storytelling. They appear in a special benefit concert to support Caramoor’s
programming (Dec 7).

American Songbook

Julie Benko – who before she took over the role herself was hailed as the 2022 New York Times
Breakout Star for Theater for her standby role as Fanny Brice in Broadway’s Funny Girl – joins
forces with jazz pianist (and her husband) Jason Yeager for an evening of cabaret and more in
the Music Room. Their recent duo album, Hand in Hand, released in August 2022 on Club44
Records, features the pair’s unique and intimate arrangements of songs from Broadway musicals,
the Great American Songbook, and Yeager’s original compositions (Oct 25).

Community

People of Earth, an electrifying ensemble of global musicians, takes the stage for a free event on
Friends Field in September to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. From the pulsating
rhythms of Cuba to the soulful melodies of Brazil, their music transcends borders, unites cultures,
and spreads joy. Family-friendly activities such as arts and crafts complete the afternoon (Sep 29)
.
Mentoring

Young artists from Caramoor’s Evnin Rising Stars mentoring program perform in a pair of
afternoon concerts for which the program’s Artistic Director, cellist Marcy Rosen, is joined by
distinguished artist-mentors violinist Soovin Kim and violist Daniel Phillips. These concerts are
the capstone of a week-long residency at Caramoor in which the young musicians participate in
workshops, reading sessions, and ensemble rehearsals, culminating in live performances with
their mentors. Since 1992, this program has identified some of the finest musicians of the next
generation and helped them cross the threshold from their student years into the early stages of a
professional career. The programs feature a Brahms Piano Quintet and Sextet respectively, the
first alongside chamber works by Beethoven and Bartók and the second juxtaposed with Mozart
and Penderecki (Nov 2 & 3).

A prizewinner at the 2023 Melbourne and Osaka International Chamber Music Competitions, the
Terra String Quartet is a vibrant young ensemble committed to infusing the string quartet with
equal parts passion, vitality, and humor. During its year-long Caramoor residency as the Ernst
Stiefel String Quartet-in-Residence, the group spotlights Benjamin Britten’s string quartets, which
hold a special place in the chamber music repertoire for their innovation, expression, and
enduring legacy. On the November program, Britten’s First Quartet is paired with Mozart’s D
minor Piano Quartet and Mendelssohn’s String Quartet in F minor. In May, Britten’s Third Quartet
is heard on a program with Beethoven’s Quartet No. 15 in A minor and madrigals by Maddalena
Casulana, the first female composer to have her music published (Nov 17 & May 4).

Caramoor’s Schwab Vocal Rising Stars – led by Artistic Director Steven Blier, assisted by
Bénédicte Jourdois – present “Beginner’s Luck: The Artist’s Journey.” A wide-ranging playlist
from German lieder to Bob Dylan explores the chaotic decade between adolescence and
adulthood, filled with seemingly endless possibility and endless peril. This follows a week-long
residency that includes daily coaching, rehearsals, and workshops (March 16).

Getting to Caramoor

Getting to Caramoor is simple by car or public transportation. All parking is free and close to the
performance areas. Handicapped parking is also free and readily available. By car from New
York City, take the Henry Hudson Parkway north to the Saw Mill River Parkway north to I-684
north to Exit 6. Go east on Route 35 to the traffic light (0.3 miles). Turn right onto Route 22 south,
and travel 1.9 miles to the junction of Girdle Ridge Road where there is a green Caramoor sign. At
the junction, veer left and make a quick right onto Girdle Ridge Road. Continue on Girdle Ridge
Road 0.5 miles to the Caramoor gates on the right. Approximate drive time is one hour. By train
from Grand Central Station, take the Harlem Division Line of the Metro-North Railroad heading
to Southeast, and exit at Katonah. Caramoor is a 3.5-mile drive from the Katonah station.

About Caramoor

Caramoor is a cultural arts destination located on a unique 80-plus-acre campus with Italianate
architecture and gardens in Northern Westchester County, NY. Its beautiful grounds include the
historic Rosen House, a stunning mansion listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Besides enriching the lives of its audiences through innovative and diverse musical performances
of the highest quality, Caramoor mentors young professional musicians and provides
music-centered educational programs for young children.

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Caramoor Fall ‘24 – Spring ‘25 season

All concerts take place in the Rosen House Music Room unless otherwise indicated

Sun, Sep 29 at 3pm
Free event on Friends Field
In Celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month
People of Earth

Sun, Oct 6 at 3pm
Marc-André Hamelin, piano
Joseph HAYDN: Sonata in D, Hob.XVI:37
Ludwig van BEETHOVEN: Sonata in C, Op. 2, No. 3
Nikolai MEDTNER:
Improvisation in B-flat minor (in variation form), Op. 31, No. 1
Danza festiva, Op. 38, No. 3
Sergei RACHMANINOFF:
Etude-Tableau, Op. 39, No.5
Piano Sonata No. 2, Op. 36 (1931 version)

Fri, Oct 18 at 7:30pm
Amythyst Kiah
Presented in collaboration with City Winery

Sun, Oct 20 at 3pm
Le Consort
“From Naples to London”
Théotime Langlois de Swarte, violin
Sophie de Bardonnèche, violin
Hanna Salzenstein, cello
Justin Taylor, harpsichord
Nicola MATTEIS: Alia Fantasia
John ECCLES: The Mad Lover
Nicola MATTEIS: Sarabanda Amarosa; Preludio in C sol faut; Andamento; Bore; Diverse bizzarrie sopra la
vecchia o pur sarabanda
Antonio VIVALDI: Trio Sonata in G minor, Op. 1, No 1
Arcangelo CORELLI: Violin Sonata in D minor, Op. 5, No. 12 (“La folia”)
Francesco Maria VERACINI: Sonata for Violin in A, Op. 1, No. 7
Henry PURCELL: Ground for Harpsichord: “Here the Deities”
Henry PURCELL: Sonata No. 6 in Four Parts in G minor, Z. 807 (“Chacony”)
Mrs. PHILHARMONICA: Sonata Sesta in G
J.S. BACH: Larghetto from Concerto for Harpsichord in D, BWV 972
Antonio VIVALDI: Trio Sonata in D minor, RV 63 (Variations on La Folia)

Fri, Oct 25 at 7:30pm
Julie Benko, vocalist
Jason Yeager, piano

Sat, Nov 2 at 3pm
Evnin Rising Stars Program I
Marcy Rosen, cello
Soovin Kim, violin
Daniel Phillips, viola
Cherry Choi Tung Yeung, violin
Stephen Kim, violin
Geneva Lewis, violin
Cara Pogossian, viola
Luther Warren, viola
Zachary Mowitz, cello
Chase Park, cello
Evren Ozel, piano
Ludwig van BEETHOVEN: Quintet For Strings in C minor., Op. 104
Béla BARTOK: String Quartet No. 2, BB 75
Johannes BRAHMS: Piano Quintet in F minor, Op. 34

Sun, Nov 3 at 3pm
Evnin Rising Stars Program II
Marcy Rosen, cello
Soovin Kim, violin
Daniel Phillips, viola
Cherry Choi Tung Yeung, violin
Stephen Kim, violin
Geneva Lewis, violin
Cara Pogossian, viola
Luther Warren, viola
Zachary Mowitz, cello
Chase Park, cello
Evren Ozel, piano
W.A. MOZART: Piano Quartet in E-flat, K. 493
Krzysztof PENDERECKI: String Trio
Johannes BRAHMS: Sextet No. 2 in G, Op. 36

Fri, Nov 8 at 7:30pm
Abdullah Ibrahim Trio
Presented in collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center

Sun, Nov 17 at 3pm
Terra String Quartet
W.A. MOZART: String Quartet in D minor, K. 421
Benjamin BRITTEN: String Quartet No. 1 in D, Op. 25
Felix MENDELSSOHN: String Quartet No. 6 in F minor, Op. 80

Sat, Dec 7 at 8pm
December benefit
Bonny Light Horseman

Sun, Dec 8 at 3pm
Trio Mediæval
Catalina Vicens, organetto
ANONYMOUS: Veni, redemptor gentium / Världens frälsare kom här (arr. Trio Mediæval)
ANONYMOUS: Alleluia: A newë work (15th century English carol)
FOLK SONG: Josefines Julesalme (Tone Krohn)
FOLK SONG: Lussinatti lange (arr. Linn Andrea Fuglseth)
TRADITIONAL: Bereden väg för Herran (arr. Anna Maria Friman)
Andrew SMITH: Joseph fili David
ANONYMOUS: Coventry Carol
TRADITIONAL: En stjärna gick på himlen fram (arr. Anna Maria Friman)
MEDIEVAL CAROLS: Lullay; Nowell: Owt of your slepe aryse and wake; There is no rose
TRADITIONAL: In dulci Jubilo (arr. Linn Andrea Fuglseth)
Marianne Reidarsdatter ERIKSEN: Sol Lucet
ANONYMOUS: Hodie Christus Natus Est
TRADITIONAL: En jungfru födde ett barn idag (arr. Anna Maria Friman)
TRADITIONAL: Et barn er født i Betlehem (arr. Linn Andrea Fuglseth)
TRADITIONAL: Det hev ei rosa sprunge (arr. Linn Andrea Fuglseth)

Thu, Dec 12 at 7:30pm
Nefesh Mountain: A Hanukkah Celebration

Sun, March 16 at 3pm
Schwab Vocal Rising Stars
Steven Blier, artistic director
Bénédicte Jourdois, assistant artistic director
“Beginner’s Luck: The Artist’s Journey”

Sun, April 6 at 3pm
Twelfth Night
Nola Richardson, soprano
Xenia Puskarz Thomas, mezzo-soprano
Antonio VIVALDI: Sinfonia from Il Giustino, RV 717
George Frideric HANDEL: Aminta e Fillide

Sun, April 27 at 3pm
Brentano String Quartet
Joseph HAYDN: String Quartet in D Major, H.III:42
Lei LIANG: new work (NY premiere, Caramoor co-commission)
Johannes BRAHMS: String Quartet No. 3 in B-flat, Op. 67

Fri, May 2 at 7:30pm
Twisted Pine
Presented in collaboration with City Winery

Sun, May 4 at 3pm
Terra String Quartet
Maddalena CASULANA: Madrigals
Benjamin BRITTEN: String Quartet No. 3, Op. 94
Ludwig van BEETHOVEN: String Quartet No. 15 in A minor, Op. 132

Fri, May 9 at 7:30pm
Nicole Zuraitis, vocalist
Presented in collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center

Sun, May 18 at 3pm
Family Concert TBA

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