Subscriptions go on sale on Friday, March 13
(West Palm Beach, Fla.) – The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is thrilled to announce the 2026–2027 Classical Concert Series, which continues its legacy as South Florida’s largest classical program with a season of unprecedented artistry. From legendary virtuosos and celebrated conductors to world-renowned orchestras making their debuts, the series promises to be another extraordinary season of classical music, generously sponsored by Leonard and Sophie Davis.
The season opens with the esteemed Chamber Orchestra of Europe making its Kravis Center debut under the baton of Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Music Director of the Metropolitan Opera and Philadelphia Orchestra, who will be joined by Italian piano prodigy Beatrice Rana. One of Europe’s finest orchestras, the Munich Philharmonic Orchestra also makes its hall debut, led by Chief Conductor Lahav Shani and the incomparable violinist, Anne-Sophie Mutter, celebrating 50 years of concertizing around the world!
The superstar pianist, Yuja Wang, makes her Kravis Center debut in a rare solo recital. Spain’s renowned string ensemble, Concerto Málaga, will make their debut with two-time Grammy® Award-winning guitarist Sharon Isbin. The London Symphony Orchestra returns with two performances and programs under Chief Conductor Sir Antonio Pappano. For the evening, they will be joined by one of the world’s most celebrated violinists, Maxim Vengerov, and for the matinee performance, the LSO will be joined by renowned cellist Alisa Weilerstein.
The 2026 – 2027 Classical Concert Series includes:
EVENING SERIES AT 7:30 P.M.
Chamber Orchestra Europe
Monday, December 7, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
Yannick Nézet-Séguin, conductor
Beatrice Rana, piano
Program:
Brahms, Piano Concerto No. 2
Brahms, Symphony No. 2
The esteemed Chamber Orchestra of Europe recorded and performed all of Brahms’ symphonies and concertos under world-renowned conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin while artists-in-residence at Carnegie Hall. In their Kravis Center debut, they will present Brahms’ Romantic triumph, Symphony No. 2 with their longtime musical partner, Italian piano prodigy Beatrice Rana, to perform Brahms’ epic masterpiece, the Second Piano Concerto.
National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine
Monday, February 8, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
Volodymyr Sirenko, Chief Conductor
Antonii Baryshevskyi, piano
Program:
Bortniansky, Overture to Il Quinto Fabio
Liszt, Piano Concerto No. 1
Dvořák, Symphony No. 5
The National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine is one of the finest symphony orchestras in Eastern Europe and will return to North America to celebrate their rich musical history. Along with pieces by Ukrainian composers, they will perform Liszt’s virtuosic first piano Concerto with Antonii Baryshevskyi. Their program will also include Dvořák’s beautiful Fifth Symphony that he completed in only six weeks.
Academy of St Martin in the Fields
Monday, March 1, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
Conrad Tao, piano/leader
Program:
To Be Announced
London’s famed Academy of St Martin in the Fields returns to the Kravis Center with pianist and composer, Conrad Tao, who caused a sensation at his Dreyfoos Hall debut in our 23–24 season. The internationally acclaimed orchestra is celebrated for its awe-inspiring interpretations and mastery of the classical repertoire. Conrad Tao has been dubbed “the kind of musician who is shaping the future of classical music” by New York Magazine, and an artist of “probing intellect and open-hearted vision” by The New York Times.
London Symphony Orchestra
Monday, March 8, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
Sir Antonio Pappano, Chief Conductor
Maxim Vengerov, violin
Program:
Beethoven, Violin Concerto
Shostakovich, Symphony No. 8
For their evening performance, the LSO and Chief Conductor Pappano are joined by one of the world’s most celebrated violinists, Maxim Vengerov. They will perform Beethoven’s Romantic masterpiece—the Violin Concerto in D Major—and Shostakovich’s grand Eighth Symphony, considered one of his finest works.
“In the Fiddler’s House” with Itzhak Perlman
Tuesday, March 16, 2027 at 7:30 P.M.
Itzhak Perlman, reigning virtuoso of the violin, presents traditional klezmer music, “In the Fiddler’s House.” First released more than 25 years ago, the program became a PBS special that earned Perlman his third Emmy Award®. This presentation brings the foot-stomping, heartbeat-raising music to audiences around the country, exposing them to a unique and unforgettable cultural music experience that will leave them dancing in the aisles.
Concerto Málaga
Monday, April 5, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
Sharon Isbin, guitar
Program:
Includes works by Vivaldi, Boccherini, Granados, de Falla and more.
Two-time Grammy Award® winner Sharon Isbin is hailed as the preeminent guitarist of our time. Acclaimed for her extraordinary lyricism, technique and versatility, Sharon remains the only classical guitarist to have recorded with the New York Philharmonic. Sharon will unite with Spain’s renowned string ensemble Concerto Málaga for a thrilling and movingly beautiful program of Latin masterpieces.
MATINEE SERIES
The Cleveland Orchestra
Sunday, January 24, 2027 at 2 p.m.
Franz Welser-Möst, Music Director
Program:
R. Strauss, Metamorphosen
Beethoven, Symphony No. 3
The Cleveland Orchestra will honor their visionary Music Director, Franz Welser-Möst, in his 25th and final season with TCO. As the orchestra’s longest-serving Music Director, Franz shaped an unmistakable sound culture and reaffirmed the orchestra’s international acclaim. They will perform Strauss’ memorial elegy, Metamorphosen.
Munich Philharmonic Orchestra
Sunday, February 14, 2027 at 2 p.m.
Lahav Shani, Chief Conductor
Anne-Sophie Mutter, violin
Program:
Brahms, Violin Concerto
Bruckner, Symphony No. 4
Widely considered one of Europe’s finest orchestras, the Munich Philharmonic will be joined by the reigning Queen of the Violin, Anne-Sophie Mutter, to celebrate her 50 years of concertizing. In their Kravis Center debut, the Munich Philharmonic will be led by Chief Conductor, Lahav Shani, in a performance of Bruckner’s popular and “Romantic” Fourth Symphony and Brahms’ divine Violin Concerto.
London Symphony Orchestra
Sunday, March 7, 2027 at 2 p.m.
Sir Antonio Pappano, Chief Conductor
Alisa Weilerstein, cello
Program:
Elizabeth Maconchy, Nocturne for Orchestra
Elgar, Cello Concerto in E Minor
R. Strauss, Ein Heldenleben
In their matinee performance, the Orchestra will be joined by star cellist, Alisa Weilerstein, and their illustrious Chief Conductor, Sir Antonio Pappano. The program includes Elgar’s lyrical and passionate Cello Concerto—premiered by the LSO in 1919— and Richard Strauss’ famous autobiographical tone poem, Ein Heldenleben.
Yuja Wang, piano
Sunday, March 21, 2027 at 2 p.m.
Program:
To Be Announced
Pianist Yuja Wang is celebrated for her charismatic artistry, emotional honesty and captivating stage presence. She has performed with the world’s most venerated conductors, musicians and ensembles, and is renowned not only for her virtuosity, but her spontaneous and lively performances. The extraordinary pianist makes her Kravis Center debut in a rare solo recital.
The Kravis Center’s Classical Concert Series is sponsored by Leonard and Sophie Davis with support from WLRN.
BECOME A CLASSICAL CONCERT SERIES SUBSCRIBER:
Subscription renewals for the Kravis Center’s 2026 – 2027 Classical Concert Series begin on Thursday, February 26. To renew your series subscription, please visit kravis.org starting at 12 p.m.
Subscription Prices:
Evening Series: Six concerts with prices starting at $225* including $40 package handling fee.
Matinee Series: Four concerts with prices starting at $170* including $25 package handling fee.
For more information, please visit kravis.org/ccsubscriptions. Season tickets for new subscribers will go on sale on Friday, March 13 at 10 a.m.
Free Tickets For Students:
Students can receive up to two complimentary tickets for select Kravis Center Classical Concert Series performances. Tickets can be reserved online once single tickets go on sale to the public. All complimentary tickets will be available for pick up two hours prior to performances at the Box Office Will Call Window upon presentation of current school/university ID. Limit two tickets per ID with promo code SCHOOL27.
Subject to availability in select locations only.
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
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About the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts:
The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is a nonprofit organization and one of South Florida’s premier cultural destinations, located in downtown West Palm Beach. Since 1992, the Kravis Center has presented the finest in live entertainment, showcasing internationally acclaimed artists in music, comedy, dance, Broadway, and more. As part of its nonprofit mission, the Kravis Center has welcomed millions of students to its comprehensive arts education programs. Students of all ages can participate in workshops, classes, and special events, as well as access free and reduced-price tickets for those who might not otherwise have the opportunity to experience live performances.
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