Five WOrld Class Showcase Concerts
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2026 Vivace Festival Showcase Concerts
Nicholas Cannellakis & Michael Brown
August 2 | 7:30 PM | St. James Episcopal Church
Cellist Nicholas Canellakis and pianist-composer Michael Stephen Brown, who “play with their antennae tuned to each other” (The Washington Post), are both longtime artists with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. They have performed together virtually all over the world, bringing their affectionate, brutally honest, and infectious rapport to the stage while presenting programs celebrating the standard literature, little-known gems, and original works and arrangements.
Alexander Kobrin
August 5 | 7:30 PM | St. James Episcopal Church
Called the “Van Cliburn of today” by the BBC, pianist Alexander Kobrin has placed himself at the forefront of today’s performing musicians. His prize winning performances have been praised for their brilliant technique, musicality, and emotional engagement with the audience. Prepare to be transported throughout this evening of virtuosic pianism.
Chamber Music Showcase
August 6 | 7:30 PM | St. James Episcopal Church
A showcase of Vivace’s acclaimed Festival Faculty, featuring duo and trio performances from violinists Stella Chen and Amy Schwartz Moretti, cellist Edward Arron, and pianist Dimitri Vorobiev in an exhilarating evening of chamber music by Beethoven and Brahms.
Hung-Kuan Chen
August 7 | 7:30 PM | St. James Episcopal Church
Award-winning pianist Hung-Kuan Chen is one of the most honored pianists of his generation, performed in the world’s foremost concert venues, and enjoyed artistic collaborations with Yo-Yo Ma, David Shifrin, the Tokyo and Shanhai String Quartets, and many more. Don’t miss this one-night only performance!
Vivace Extravaganza
August 8 | 7:30 PM | Beckwith Recital Hall (UNCW)
The 2026 Vivace International Music Festival closes its Showcase Series with a Vivace Extravaganza! Co-artistic directors Marina Lomazov and Joseph Rackers lead a dazzling display of multiple chamber music and piano ensembles, with a surprising finale!
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PREMIERE PACKAGES OPTIONS (ALL 5 CONCERTS) | PRICE |
Includes FREE parking at Wilson Center, a complimentary beverage, artists meet & greet and a commemorative pass | $240.0 (+ Tax & Facility Fee) |
General Admission | $160.00 (+ Tax & Facility Fee) |
Student Tickets | $40.00 (+ Tax & Facility Fee) |
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