News – Friends of Chamber Music Kansas

A Spooky Night at the Folly

October 7, 2026

The Friends of Chamber Music has partnered with TeenTix KC for a fun and spooky night at the Theater! Step inside Kansas City’s historic Folly Theater for a spooky behind-the-scenes tour where history and the supernatural come together. Explore the theater’s historic halls and hear chilling stories of a manager who never left, a seamstress still mending

KC Studio Reviews Opening Night Concert: American Landscapes

September 28, 2026

September 20 at 9:27 AM · Music Review | The Friends of Chamber Music opened their 51st season in grand style at the Folly Theater on Saturday, Sep. 19, with a captivating program of American works not often heard in concert. In a 12-program series entitled “Landscapes,” this concert was labeled “American Landscapes.” Read the full article

The Tesura String Quartet at Juilliard

June 18, 2026

Congratulations to the Tesura Quartet, participants in Friends of Chamber Music’s Young Artist Project, on being selected for the prestigious Juilliard Quartet Seminar 2026! This intensive program brings together some of the nation’s most promising young string quartets for coaching and mentorship from the renowned Juilliard String Quartet. We are incredibly proud of Tesura’s achievement

Lisa Merrill Hickok Joins the Friends of Chamber Music as Executive Director

May 19, 2026

The Friends of Chamber Music Kansas CityAnnounces New Executive Director Coming Off Exhilarating 50th Season, The Friends Excited to Welcome Hickok Aboard KANSAS CITY, MO (May 19, 2026) – The Friends of Chamber Music Kansas City (“The Friends”) announced today that Lisa Merrill Hickok will join the organization as Executive Director effective June 1, 2026.

50th Season Grand Finale

May 18, 2026

We celebrated our 50th Anniversary Season with a true grand finale! Bravo to the extraordinary musicians who shared their gifts and artistry with us. A special thank-you to Michael Stephen Brown for sharing his inventive and captivating new work. Those of us in the hall were truly fortunate to experience it live. 🎟️ Subscriptions for

Bach: Brandenburg Concertos

May 18, 2026

The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center performed Bach: Brandenburg Concertos to a sold-out audience at the Folly Theater. The energy in the hall, the audience’s enthusiasm, and the beautiful music on stage made it an unforgettable evening.

The Friends of Chamber Music Soirée 2025

March 8, 2025

March 8, 2025
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Garibaldi Trio in a Stunning Visit

February 4, 2025

Dec. 7, 2024

The Garibaldi Trio — a bold ensemble formed by pianist David Fung, violist Marina Thibeault, and clarinetist Jose Franch Ballester — delighted our audiences with works by composers of today. The fascinating compositions by Dobrinka Tabakova, Stephen Chatman, Jörg Widmann and Lowell Liebermann brought the KC audience to a standing ovation! Multiple interaction with students at area schools and even a visit by UMKC clarinet studio was a lovely addition to a jam-packed visit.

2024 Young Artist Project Concludes with Two Memorable Performances

December 17, 2024

Dec. 15, 2024

The Friends of Chamber Music concludes its Fall 2024 Young Artist Project with two memorable performances at Rolling Hills Presbyterian and Powell Gardens.

The Friends Welcomes Jackie Lee as Young Artist Project Director

December 12, 2024

Dec. 12, 2024

The Friends welcomes Jackie Lee as Young Artist Project Director.