Chelsea Music Festival presents a week of concerts, receptions, art, and events exploring American stories through classical music, jazz, and the visual and culinary arts. The theme “Every Story Counts” draws inspiration from the phrase “Every Vote Counts,” where each person’s vote is dignified and counted in a democracy.

“This summer, we celebrate the power of music and storytelling to preserve and elevate the voices of people from all walks of life in America,” said Festival Artistic Directors Melinda Lee Masur and Ken-David Masur. “As we contemplate America’s 250th anniversary, we welcome the voices of composers, musicians, artists, chefs, and creators who contribute to the cultural fabric of this country and strive to elevate our shared humanity.”

Festival Highlights - get your tickets!

Sat Jun 20 - Mezzo-Soprano Clara Osowski sings works by Copland, Korngold, Sneed, Ward, Larson, Moya, Piket with pianists Dimitri Dover and Melinda Lee Masur at St. Paul’s German Church

Wed Jun 24 - Chef Hinnerk von Bargen curates an evening of Street Food from his book of the same name to highlight recipes and immigrant stories through food from around the world at St.Paul’s German Church

Thu Jun 25 - Copland & Twain, a theatrical concert featuring chamber music by Aaron Copland with the writings of Mark Twain read by five costumed actors; written and directed by Bill Barclay and conducted by Ken-David Masur at Open Jar Studios; (bonus: meet Bill in conversation with Artistic Directors Melinda Lee Masur and Ken-Dvaid Masur on Sun Jun 21st at a Mark Twain-inspired brunch at CW Bistro, Pier 57!)
Fri Jun 26 - Artistic Director Ken-David Masur conducts the Festival chamber orchestra featuring works by Ania Vu, Tania Leon, J.E. Hernández, Grigóry Smirnóv, and a world premiere of a piano trio by William Susman called Clouds and Flames at St. Paul’s German Church

Use code CMF2026GERMANY for 10% discount off ticketed events!

Dates and Times: June 20-27, 2026

Locations: St. Paul’s German Church, 315 West 22nd Street, NY, NY 10011

More Information: https://www.chelseamusicfestival.org/2026