Written just before his untimely death, Schubert’s Piano Trio in B-flat is one of two monumental trios he wrote at the height of his creativity. It is a mountain to climb, but the view is worth it! Ukrainian composer Dmytro Klebanov’s 2nd Piano Trio prepares the way with its heart-rending... [Read More]

What if the two greatest French organists at the end of the 19th century both wrote stunning works of chamber music for piano and strings? What if they were paired on the same program? Fasten your seatbelt—the passion, the charm, the joie de vivre, and the virtuosity are irresistible. Don’t... [Read More]

What if the two greatest French organists at the end of the 19th century both wrote stunning works of chamber music for piano and strings? What if they were paired on the same program? Fasten your seatbelt—the passion, the charm, the joie de vivre, and the virtuosity are irresistible. Don’t... [Read More]

Please note: An error in the Pulse's "Literature Events" calendar gives the concert location as Write On, Door County. The concert is at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Ephraim and is correct in the Pulse's "Performance Events" calendar. What if the two greatest French organists at the end of the... [Read More]

Coffee Talk programs are free, informal presentations on music topics by ensemble members, staff, and friends. Midsummer's Executive Director and Assistant Artistic Director Allyson Fleck presents Music Theory and Appreciation 101. Would you like to know what an overtone is? How do chords and key signatures affect the sound? What... [Read More]

What if the two greatest French organists at the end of the 19th century both wrote stunning works of chamber music for piano and strings? What if they were paired on the same program? Fasten your seatbelt—the passion, the charm, the joie de vivre, and the virtuosity are irresistible. Don’t... [Read More]

Please note: A recent postcard from Midsummer's Music incorrectly showed this concert as being at Hope UCC in Sturgeon Bay. It is at Woodwalk Gallery in Egg Harbor. We apologize for any confusion or inconvenience. We have stories to tell … from the short, whimsical, and inventive caricatures by Jan... [Read More]

88 Key Society members – and anyone interested in becoming members – are invited to a potluck sunset cruise aboard the Island Clipper. We've chartered the boat for this special event! You, too, can join the 88 Key Society. Become a member today and enjoy opportunities to connect with other... [Read More]

We have stories to tell … from the short, whimsical, and inventive caricatures by Jan Bach for Flute and Horn, to the broad landscape of Sibelius’ En Saga, to the heartfelt patriotism of Dvorak’s striking String Quintet with double bass—the one he dedicated “To my Nation.” Stories you’ll want to... [Read More]

Advanced reservations are required for salon concerts. Seating is limited and a reception precedes and follows this performance. (See details below.) We have stories to tell … from the short, whimsical, and inventive caricatures by Jan Bach for Flute and Horn, to the broad landscape of Sibelius’ En Saga, to... [Read More]

We have stories to tell … from the short, whimsical, and inventive caricatures by Jan Bach for Flute and Horn, to the broad landscape of Sibelius’ En Saga, to the heartfelt patriotism of Dvorak’s striking String Quintet with double bass—the one he dedicated “To my Nation.” Stories you’ll want to... [Read More]

A season like this needs a concluding celebration! The pyrotechnics begin with Dora Pejačević’s romantically sumptuous Piano Quartet followed by our most requested piece, Schoenfield’s outrageous Café Music. Our program and season conclude with music for piano and strings by the great Richard Strauss, coming from the same period as... [Read More]

A season like this needs a concluding celebration! The pyrotechnics begin with Dora Pejačević’s romantically sumptuous Piano Quartet followed by our most requested piece, Schoenfield’s outrageous Café Music. Our program and season conclude with music for piano and strings by the great Richard Strauss, coming from the same period as... [Read More]