The 32nd season of the Mainly Mozart Festival, titled Echoes in Motion, returns from Saturday, May 17 to June 8, offering a rich tapestry of classical performances that blend tradition with innovation. Presented by the Miami Chamber Music Society, this year’s festival spans multiple venues across Coral Gables and Miami Beach, featuring a lineup of esteemed artists and ensembles.
Opening Weekend: Piano Fantasies with Jack Gao
The festival commences on Saturday, May 17 at 4 PM at the Sanctuary of the Arts in Coral Gables with Piano Fantasies, a solo recital by Jack Gao, the 2023 Naumburg International Piano Competition winner. Gao’s program delves into the realm of musical fantasy, featuring works by Mozart, Chopin, Scriabin, and Ravel. An encore performance is scheduled for Sunday, May 18 at 2 PM at the Miami Beach Community Church, providing audiences with another opportunity to experience Gao’s evocative interpretations.
Festival Concerts
Thursday, May 22 at 8 PM: Reflections and Horizons
Venue: Sanctuary of the Arts, Coral Gables
Accordion virtuoso Hanzhi Wang presents a program that traverses classical and contemporary landscapes, showcasing the instrument’s versatility.
Saturday, May 24 at 4 PM: The Soul of the Danube
Venue: Knight Center for Music Innovation, Newman Recital Hall, Frost School of Music, Coral Gables
A chamber ensemble featuring members of the New York Philharmonic and Metropolitan Opera Orchestra explores Central European compositions, reflecting the rich musical heritage of the Danube region.
Thursday, May 29 at 8 PM: Echoes in Motion
Venue: Sanctuary of the Arts, Coral Gables
A collaborative performance intertwining music and dance, featuring artists from the San Francisco Ballet alongside musicians Julian Rhee, Jonah Kim, and Marina Radiushina.
Saturday, May 31 at 4 PM: Twilight and Fire
Venue: New World Center, Truist Pavilion, Miami Beach
An exploration of compositions that capture the essence of dusk and fervor, with performances by Julian Rhee, Jonah Kim, Marina Radiushina, Misha Vitenson, and Michael Klotz.
Friday, June 6 at 8 PM: Postcards from Vienna
Venue: Knight Center for Music Innovation, Newman Recital Hall, Frost School of Music, Coral Gables
Violinist Joshua Brown and pianist Marina Radiushina pay homage to Vienna’s musical legacy through works by Schubert, Mahler, and Schoenberg.
Ticketing, Additional Information
Tickets for all performances are available through the Mainly Mozart Festival website. Given the variety of venues and the festival’s popularity, early booking is recommended to secure preferred seating.
For a complete schedule, artist bios, and program details, please visit the Mainly Mozart Festival’s official page
