North of Boston

The American Revolution: A story of the War in 28 Paintings
2026-06-25 12:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Cabot House, 117 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
1776 was more than a turning point; it marked the birth of a new world order. A bold line was drawn as ordinary people made extraordinary decisions, declaring independence from the most powerful empire on earth. Driven by youthful fire, they believed in the promise of liberty more than they feared the cost of pursuing it.
Historic Beverly proudly presents The American Revolution: A story of the War in 28 Paintings, a once-in-a-lifetime exhibition of artworks commissioned to illustrate Senator Henry Cabot Lodge Sr.’s landmark book.
These paintings are featured in Ken Burns’ upcoming documentary The American Revolution. The exhibit will be on display at the Cabot House from September 6, 2025 to July 4, 2026. Tickets are free and open to the public

Pollinator Festival at Cider Hill Farm
2026-06-25 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-24 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, 01913, United States
Cider Hill is celebrating all things bees, butterflies, birds, bats and ladybugs from June 22-28! Help us show some love to creatures essential to our food supply! This week long event features a full line up of FUN happenings with live music, interactive pollinator wing installation, tastings, hands-on family-friendly activities, meet the beekeepers, hayrides, specials and workshops. Schedule: https://www.ciderhill.com/events/pollinator-week-2026

Gloucester Stage presents BAD BOOKS by Sharyn Rothstein
2026-06-24 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-06-21 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-06-20 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-06-20 14:00 - 15:30 | Gloucester Stage Company, East Main Street 267, Gloucester, M, 01930, United States
When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than what meets the eye. Bad Books explores the first impressions and raucous debates that divide us while forcing audiences to consider what it really means to care for our children.
Sharyn Rothstein’s poignant drama opens the 2026 Season with cunning humor and heartfelt dialogue in this regional-premiere directed by M. Bevin O’Garaº. Running from June 4 to 27, all performances are at the Natti-Willsky Performance Center – 267 East Main Street, Gloucester. Showtimes are Wednesdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm, with matinees Saturdays & Sunday at 2:00pm.

Birdseye Rooftop Live Music Access
2026-06-24 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-23 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-22 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Beauport Hotel Gloucester, 55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views.
Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music by Dis N Dat Band, handcrafted cocktails, and golden hour views stretching from the working waterfront to downtown Gloucester, all paired with relaxed rooftop vibes and a sunset soundtrack to carry you into the evening. Slip into the pool or unwind in the hot tub as the sun sets and the evening settles in. This is your midweek moment, six stories above it all.
Rooftop Evening Pass begins at 6:00PM. Swimsuits encouraged.
This event is 21+ adults only. General Admission starts at $20 and does not include food and beverage. *Complimentary to hotel guests
Tickets are non-refundable. Events are rain or shine unless the rooftop closes due to inclement weather. Any closure decisions are made by Beauport management at 2:00PM the day of the event; guests will be notified by email.

An Evening with Shelly Jay Shore, Author
2026-06-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Temple Ahavat Achim, 86 Middle Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 • 8 Tammuz 5786
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Social Hall
We look forward to an evening with author Shelly Jay Shore, whose debut novel, Rules for Ghosting, was a USA Today bestseller and was named one of the New York Times Book Review’s Top Romances of 2024.
Shelly’s writing on queer Jewish identity has also been published by Autostraddle, Hey Alma, and the Bisexual Resource Center. Her next book, Love Me Like a Rock Song, releases in August 2026. You may learn more about Shelly and her books here.
Light refreshments and book signing to follow.

Beyond the Music: Romantic to Contemporary
2026-06-23 11:00 - 12:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Join us mid-Festival for an illuminating exploration of chamber music from the Romantic era to the present day. This engaging lecture traces how composers expanded the emotional depth, color, and possibilities of chamber music—from the sweeping expressiveness of the 19th century to the bold experimentation and diverse voices of today.
Both insightful and accessible, this lecture invites audiences to discover how chamber music continues to evolve, inspire, and speak powerfully to our own time.

Fishtales at The Cut
2026-06-21 20:00 - 22:00 | The Cut, 177 Main Street , Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
The Gloucester ‘Fiesta!’ is always great fun, but is it more than that? Yes, of course! Much more! Come hear storytellers from Cape Ann tell stories about their experiences with the traditions, ceremonies, competitions, spirit (and fun!) of this treasured anchor to Gloucester’s rich history. Hosted by Kevin Perrin, ticket proceeds will help the Gloucester Writers Center continue to bring free and low-cost readings, lectures, workshops, open mics, and storytelling to beautiful Cape Ann.

Piers Lane & Friends
2026-06-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Piers Lane, piano | Michael Stephen Brown, piano | Danbi Um, violin | Aaron Boyd, violin | Barry Shiffman, viola | Nick Canellakis, cello | Adrianne Pieczonka, soprano
Internationally acclaimed pianist Piers Lane—renowned for his versatility as soloist and chamber musician—joins a star-studded ensemble in a program of works by Schubert, Holst, Elgar, and a selection of folk songs brought by celebrated soprano Adrianne Pieczonka.
PROGRAM
SCHUBERT: Fantasie in F minor, D. 940
HOLST: Four Songs for Violin and Voice
Selection of Songs
BRITTEN: The Trees they grow so high (trad. English folksong)
VAUGHAN WILLIAMS: Silent Noon from The House of Life
REBECCA CLARKE: The Seal Man
H. HUGHES: I have a bonnet trimmed with blue (trad. folksong)
Intermission
ELGAR: Piano Quintet, Op. 84
PIERS LANE, piano
London-based Australian pianist Piers Lane enjoys an international reputation as an engaging, searching, and highly versatile performer, equally at home in solo, chamber, and concerto repertoire. A five-time soloist at the BBC Proms, his concerto repertoire exceeds one hundred works and has led to performances with many of the world’s leading orchestras, appearing in over forty countries and in major venues including Wigmore Hall, London’s principal concert halls, and Carnegie Hall.
Lane is a familiar presence at major festivals worldwide, including Aldeburgh, Bath, Bergen, Prague Spring, La Roque d’Anthéron, Ruhr Klavierfestival, Seattle, Rockport, and the Chopin festivals in Warsaw and Paris. In 2015, he was appointed Artistic Director of the Sydney International Piano Competition, where he has championed innovative initiatives supporting pianists and composers.
An esteemed collaborator and adjudicator, Lane has worked closely with violinist Tasmin Little, actress Dame Patricia Routledge, and the Goldner String Quartet. His extensive discography for Hyperion and other labels includes acclaimed recordings of rare Romantic concertos and chamber music. A former professor and now Honorary Member of the Royal Academy of Music, he was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) and received the Sir Bernard Heinze Award in 2022.
MICHAEL STEPHEN BROWN, piano
Michael Stephen Brown is a pianist, composer, and artistic leader praised for his “ravishing tone and panache” (The New York Times). He appears regularly as a soloist and chamber musician at major venues including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Wigmore Hall, and on international tours.
A frequent collaborator with leading artists such as cellist Nicholas Canellakis, Brown is known for performances that seamlessly integrate classical repertoire with his own compositions and arrangements. His works have been commissioned and performed by the New York Philharmonic, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, and Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. A longtime CMS artist and former member of Ensemble Connect, Brown is also a dedicated educator and curator, bringing imaginative programming and contemporary perspectives to the concert stage.
DANBI UM, violin
Praised by The Strad as an “utterly dazzling” artist and by New York Classical Review for her “mesmerizing grace,” violinist Danbi Um captivates audiences with her virtuosity, distinctive sound, and interpretive sensitivity. A Silver Medalist at the Menuhin International Violin Competition and winner of the 2018 Salon de Virtuosi Career Grant, she appears widely as a soloist, recitalist, and chamber musician.
Recent and upcoming engagements include appearances with the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, the Phillips Collection in Washington, D.C., and festivals such as Saratoga Performing Arts Center, Santa Fe, and La Musica. An avid chamber musician, Um regularly performs with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and other leading presenters.
A recording artist for Avie Records, her debut album Much Ado: Romantic Violin Masterworks was released in 2023, with a second album forthcoming. Born in Seoul, Um studied at the Curtis Institute of Music and Indiana University and performs on a 1683 Nicolo Amati violin.
AARON BOYD, violin
Aaron Boyd has established an international career as a soloist, chamber musician, orchestral leader, recording artist, and educator. Since his New York recital debut in 1998, he has appeared at major venues throughout the United States, Europe, Russia, and Asia. A season artist of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, Boyd has performed at festivals including Marlboro, La Jolla, Aspen, Music@Menlo, and Rockport.
Boyd is a former member of the Escher String Quartet and a recipient of the Avery Fisher Career Grant and the Martin E. Segal Prize from Lincoln Center. Deeply interested in the history of the violin, he is a frequent lecturer and a contributing writer to The Strad, and has participated in projects such as Oberlin Acoustics and Strad3D.
A passionate advocate for new music, Boyd has collaborated with composers including Milton Babbitt and Elliott Carter. He is Director of Chamber Music and Chair of Strings at the Meadows School of the Arts at Southern Methodist University and performs on a 1700 Matteo Goffriller violin.
BARRY SHIFFMAN, viola
Violinist and violist Barry Shiffman has enjoyed a distinguished career as a performer, recording artist, teacher, and arts leader. He made his debut with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra at age 15 and in 1989 co-founded the St. Lawrence String Quartet. During his 17 years with the ensemble, he performed more than 2,000 concerts worldwide, including appearances at Rockport Music, and recorded several critically acclaimed albums for EMI Classics.
A highly respected teacher and chamber music coach, Shiffman has served as artist-in-residence at Stanford University and as visiting artist at the University of Toronto, and has been involved in the premieres of hundreds of new works. He was recently named Dean of The Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto, following many years of leadership there and at the Banff Centre. Shiffman is the recipient of the Nadia Boulanger Prize for Excellence in Teaching and an honorary doctorate from the University of Calgary.
NICK CANELLAKIS, cello
Nicholas Canellakis, cello, is one of today’s most innovative and sought-after performers, known for a career that bridges classical tradition and creative exploration. He appears internationally as a soloist and chamber musician and tours widely in recital with pianist-composer Michael Stephen Brown. A longtime artist of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, he performs regularly at major venues and festivals worldwide and serves as Artistic Director of Chamber Music Sedona. Canellakis is a member of the cello faculty at the Curtis Institute of Music and is equally active as a filmmaker and comedian, with creative content reaching millions of viewers.
ADRIANNE PIECZONKA, soprano
Adrianne Pieczonka, soprano, is internationally acclaimed for her commanding performances in opera and concert repertoire. Renowned for her interpretations of Wagner, Strauss, Beethoven, and Mozart, she has appeared at leading houses including the Metropolitan Opera, Vienna State Opera, Bavarian State Opera, and Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. A frequent collaborator with major orchestras worldwide, she is also a dedicated educator and serves on the vocal faculty of the University of Toronto.

Revolutionary History Shuttle Tours of North Andover and Andover
2026-06-21 13:00 - 15:00 | North Andover Historical Society, Bus Tour - Meet at The Stevens Center on the Common 800 Massachusetts Avenue North Andover, MA 01845
Shuttle departs the NAHS Stevens Center museum at 1pm – please select tickets for the time you wish to depart. Each tour takes approximately 1.5-2 hours
Join us again for the Old Andover Revolution Shuttle Tour, a special collaboration between the North Andover Historical Society and the Andover Center for History and Culture!
Embark on an adventure through our shared heritage as we bring our two towns, once united during the American Revolution, back together for a day of family-friendly learning and fun.
Explore historical sites in “old” Andover that stood in 1775 and 1776 and helped to shape our nation’s journey to independence. Our experienced guides will share captivating stories and insights of our local connections to the revolution.
Connect with your neighbors and foster a sense of pride in our intertwined past and the aspirations of ordinary people in our towns in 1775 and 1776 who fought for liberty, equality and justice against the tyrannical rule of the English.
Bathroom breaks are encouraged at the NAHS Stevens Center since there are no stops along the route. Stop by for breakfast or lunch at Diane’s Café on the Common before or after your tour!

Ropes Mansion Self-Guided Tour
2026-06-21 11:15 - 15:15, 2026-06-20 11:15 - 15:15 | Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, 161 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Built in 1727 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Ropes Mansion is recognized as one of New England’s most significant historic structures. Fans of the 1993 movie Hocus Pocus will also recognize it as “Allison’s house” – though the inside of the home did not appear in the film. Instead, its decorations and furnishings reflect a renovation by sisters Sarah, Mary and Eliza Ropes in the 1890s. Visitors can explore the mansion at their own pace with PEM Guides on hand to answer questions.
Visits inside the mansion are $15 per person, or $5 with the purchase of museum admission. Tickets can be purchased in advance online or at the Admissions desk inside the museum (161 Essex Street). Timed entries are at 15 and 45 minutes past the hour, with only a limited number of people allowed in the house at a time. Visitors are requested to arrive 10 minutes before their entry time. The last entry of the day is at 3:15 pm.
The Ropes Mansion Garden is open to the public every day from dawn to dusk and is free to visit. Learn more about the house with PEM Walks.
In-person, self-guided tour. Available Saturdays and Sundays
Location: Ropes Mansion and Garden | 318 Essex St, Salem
$15 or $5 with purchase of museum admission
Free for members
Timed tickets required. If you have already purchased your museum tickets, please call 978-745-9500 to arrange your Ropes Mansion tickets.
Ropes Mansion is not wheelchair accessible. Visitors must enter and exit using a set of stone steps; parts of the tour are only accessible via a staircase.

Strawberry Festival at Cider Hill Farm (June 13-14 & 20-21)
2026-06-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, 01913, United States
Mark your calendar for all things strawberries! The multi-weekend event features free live music, outdoor hard cider bar, family-friendly activities, hayrides, food trucks, treats and PYO strawberries. Dates may be shift per weather & fruit readiness. For schedule, pricing, happenings and menus, visit: https://www.ciderhill.com/strawberry-festival-2026

Direct from NYC: A Night of Big Apple Comedy at Larcom Theatre
2026-06-20 20:00 - 21:30 | Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Get ready — New York City comedy is coming to the Larcom Theatre for one night only! Three hilarious comics from Brooklyn and Queens are bringing the sharp wit, fast laughs, and unmistakable bite of the Big Apple to the North Shore.
Featuring headliner Frank Vignola, who has shared the stage with legends like Robin Williams, Chris Rock, and Joan Rivers; feature act Moody McCarthy, recently selected to open for Sebastian Maniscalco; and opening act Lydia Kraniotis, who has opened for Jimmie “JJ” Walker. Together, they bring a powerhouse lineup with major credits including Comedy Central, SiriusXM, Just for Laughs, Conan, Letterman, Jimmy Kimmel Live, and more.
From clean, fast-paced crowd work to smart, original storytelling and offbeat observations, this is a comedy lineup built for a fun night out with friends, date night, or anyone who could use a big laugh.
Don’t miss this unforgettable night of NYC comedy live on stage!
Duration: 90 minutes + intermission
Age Recommendation: 18+
Thelarcom.org/bigapplecomedy

Sunset Sessions at the Birdseye Rooftop
2026-06-20 19:00 - 22:00 | Beauport Hotel Gloucester, 55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Enjoy the weekend in style at Sunset Sessions. An evening of vibrant energy, coastal glamour, and unforgettable harbor front views at Beauport Hotel’s Birdseye Rooftop.
Join us during our 10th year by the sea, every Friday and Saturday evening for a lively celebration featuring DJ entertainment from The 617 Event Group. Dance as the sun sets over Gloucester Harbor, sip handcrafted cocktails, and soak in the atmosphere high above the water. Feeling bold? Bring your suit and take a dip in the pool or hot tub. This event is for guests 21+.
General Admission starts at $30 and does not include food or beverage.
VIP Premium Lounge Tables are $300 and include entry and premium seating for four. For a more elevated experience, reserve one of our VIP Premium Lounge Tables on the Harbor View side of the rooftop. These exclusive tables include a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label (inclusive of tax and gratuity)—perfect for toasting the night in style.
Tickets are non-refundable. This event is rain or shine unless the rooftop is closed due to inclement weather, as determined by Beauport management by 2PM on the day of the event. Guests will be notified via email.

Newburyport Art invites you to The Art of Arrangement Event
2026-06-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
The Art of Arrangement: From Canvas to Vase invites guests to a unique evening where art and nature meet! Create your own floral arrangement with instruction from Belle Carver Struck and Margo Pullman, amidst a relaxed, social evening with wine and appetizers, celebrating creativity while supporting Newburyport Art!
All proceeds from this event will go towards the NAA’s ArtLink Scholarships & Travel Fund.
TICKETS INCLUDE:
Complimentary wine and appetizers
A 30-minute instructional class on floral design and visual composition led by Margo Pullman and Belle Carver Struck
All flowers and materials needed to create your arrangement
A container to take home with your finished design
A hands-on floral arrangement you create
Inspiring atmosphere surrounded by artwork from our National Juried Show
A chance to win a professionally designed floral arrangement displayed in the gallery

Humor & Harmony
2026-06-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Part concert, part film, part comedy – Humor & Harmony reinvents the traditional recital, colliding brilliant music, original shorts, and sharp humor. Cellist-filmmaker Nicholas Canellakis and pianist-composer Michael Stephen Brown move seamlessly from gorgeous classics to their own virtuosic arrangements and originals to their wildly popular comedy films (which have garnered tens of millions of views online), creating one unforgettable evening.
MICHAEL STEPHEN BROWN, piano
Michael Stephen Brown is a composer and pianist hailed by the New York Times as “one of the leading figures in the current renaissance of performer-composers.” The 2026 Andrew Wolf Award Winner and a recent fellow at both MacDowell and Yaddo, he is also a recipient of Lincoln Center’s Emerging Artist Award and an Avery Fisher Career Grant. Brown performs internationally and receives commissions from orchestras, soloists, and festivals around the world.
Recent highlights include a recital at Alice Tully Hall for CMS, and collaborations with cellist Nicholas Canellakis and violinists Pinchas Zukerman, Kristin Lee, and Arnaud Sussmann. He is currently composing The Carnival of Endangered Wonders, a CMS-led project co-presented by a consortium of US presenters. His first album devoted entirely to his music, Twelve Blocks, will be released in February 2026. Brown is also composing the score for Angeline Gragasin’s upcoming film Look But Don’t Touch and lives in New York City with his two 19th-century Steinways, Octavia and Daria.
NICHOLAS CANELLAKIS, cello
Cellist Nicholas Canellakis is an innovative and widely sought-after performer whose career bridges classical tradition and creative exploration. He appears internationally as a soloist and chamber musician and tours widely in recital with pianist-composer Michael Stephen Brown. A longtime artist of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, he performs regularly at major venues and festivals worldwide and serves as Artistic Director of Chamber Music Sedona.
Canellakis recently joined the cello faculty of the Curtis Institute of Music. Equally active beyond the concert stage, he is an accomplished filmmaker, actor, and comedian whose creative content has reached millions of viewers. His latest album, (b)romance, was released in 2023, and he performs on an 1840 Jean-Baptiste Vuillaume cello.Canellakis recently joined the cello faculty of the Curtis Institute of Music, his alma mater. His latest album, (b)romance, featuring original works with Michael Stephen Brown, was released in 2023. He performs on an 1840 Jean-Baptiste Vuillaume cello.

Juneteenth Celebration
2026-06-20 14:00 - 18:00 | Lynn Common, 111 North Common St., Lynn, MA, 01902, United States
Join the North Shore Juneteenth Association for a powerful and joyful Juneteenth Celebration on
Saturday, June 20th
from 2–6 PM
at The Lynn Common!
This community-centered event brings the North Shore together in recognition of Black American freedom, resilience, culture, and joy. Enjoy an afternoon filled with live music, delicious food, local vendors, and meaningful connection as we honor the legacy and impact of Juneteenth.
Come celebrate with us—bring your family, invite your friends, and be part of a day rooted in love, unity, and community pride. All are welcome!

Lynn Music Festival
2026-06-20 13:00 - 20:00 | Red Rock Park, 188 Lynn Shore Dr, Lynn, MA, 01902, United States
Free, family-friendly Lynn Music Festival showcasing local artists across genres at Red Rock Park—music, culture, and community by the ocean
The Lynn Music Festival, proudly presented by the Lynn Music Foundation, is set to be an inaugural extravaganza of musical diversity and a celebration of local music culture. Slated for June 20th at the picturesque Red Rock Park, this festival is more than just an event – it’s a celebration of the rich tapestry of music that thrives in Lynn and its neighboring communities.
This groundbreaking festival is dedicated to showcasing a wide array of musical talents, spanning all genres, and is committed to providing a vibrant platform for both established and emerging artists. From the soulful melodies of jazz to the energetic beats of hip-hop, from the intricate harmonies of folk to the driving rhythms of rock, the Lynn Music Festival promises to be a harmonious blend of styles and sounds.
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Father's Day BBQ Bash at Appleton Farms
2026-06-20 12:00 - 17:00 | Appleton Farms, 219 County Road, Ipswich, MA, 01938, United States
Bring Dad to Appleton Farms on the Saturday of Father’s Day weekend for our own seasonal wood-fired pizza, local beer, wine and cider, local BBQ, and live music! Appleton will be slinging their famous pies which are not to be missed! We’ll have Notch Brewing on-site serving up some beer, wine, and cider, with barbecue from Fat Belly Food Truck and sweet treats from DownRiver Ice Cream.
Enjoy music from Orville Giddings and Gravity Rising.
Orville Giddings will take the stage from 12:30-2:30, and Gravity Rising from 3:00-5:00.
Please select either 12pm, 1pm or 2:30pm for your timed-ticket entrance fee. Tickets are by the car – $20 for Trustees Members and $30 for nonmembers. Carpooling is encouraged! The cost will cover parking and access to this special event, including the concert and games. Food, hayrides and beer must be purchased separately and are available only at the event.
Space is limited and pre-registration is strongly suggested. This event is known to sell out! Limited seating is available. We recommend bringing blankets or camping chairs. You may be required to walk several minutes to get to the event from overflow parking through our crop-field paths or dirt roads.
Questions? Contact us at Appletonfarms@thetrustees.org

Rockport Music presents Mozart Sonatas
2026-06-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Mark Steinberg, violin & Jonathan Biss, piano
Brentano Quartet violinist Mark Steinberg joins pianist Jonathan Biss for three Mozart sonatas—K.305, K.380, and the expansive K.454—pairing youthful energy and lyrical warmth with the clarity, balance, and expressive interplay that define these remarkable works.
Program:
Sonata in A major, K. 305
Sonata in E-flat major, K. 380
Sonata in B-flat major, K. 454
MARK STEINBERG, violin
Violinist Mark Steinberg is an active chamber musician and recitalist with a distinguished international career. He has appeared at major chamber music festivals throughout Europe, including engagements in Holland, Germany, Austria, and France, and participated for four summers at the Marlboro Music Festival, touring extensively with the ensemble. His U.S. appearances include the El Paso Festival, Bargemusic in New York, Chamber Music Northwest, and performances with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center.
A frequent and versatile collaborator, Steinberg has performed trio and duo recitals with pianist Mitsuko Uchida, including their presentation of the complete Mozart violin sonata cycle at London’s Wigmore Hall in 2001, followed by additional recitals in other major cities. As a soloist, he has appeared with the London Philharmonia, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Auckland Philharmonia, Kansas City Camerata, and the Philadelphia Concerto Soloists, working with conductors such as Kurt Sanderling, Esa-Pekka Salonen, and Miguel Harth-Bedoya.
An ardent advocate for contemporary music, Steinberg has collaborated closely with many composers and performed with leading new-music ensembles including the Guild of Composers, Da Capo Chamber Players, Speculum Musicae, and Continuum, with whom he has toured and recorded extensively. He has also performed and recorded on period instruments with the Helicon Ensemble, Four Nations Ensemble, and the Smithsonian Institution.
Steinberg holds degrees from Indiana University and The Juilliard School, where he studied with Louise Behrend, Josef Gingold, and Robert Mann. He has taught at Juilliard’s Pre-College Division, Princeton University, and New York University, and is currently on the violin faculty of the Mannes College of Music.
JONATHAN BISS, piano
Jonathan Biss is an internationally acclaimed pianist recognized for his profound musicianship, intellectual curiosity, and deeply communicative performances. Born in 1980 into a musical family, he began piano studies at age six and grew up in Bloomington, Indiana, studying with Karen Taylor and Evelyne Brancart. At seventeen, he entered the Curtis Institute of Music to study with Leon Fleisher, an experience central to his artistic development.
Biss has established himself as one of the leading pianists of his generation, appearing regularly with major orchestras and conductors worldwide. He has performed with the Cleveland Orchestra, New York Philharmonic, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Boston Symphony Orchestra, and Philadelphia Orchestra, as well as many of Europe’s leading ensembles. His collaborators have included Lorin Maazel, Esa-Pekka Salonen, Simon Rattle, and Yannick Nézet-Séguin. He is also a frequent recitalist in major concert halls across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Especially admired for his interpretations of the core classical repertoire—particularly Beethoven, Schubert, Mozart, and Brahms—Biss has released numerous critically acclaimed recordings. These include a complete cycle of Beethoven’s piano sonatas, issued in nine volumes, as well as recordings of concertos and chamber music.
Committed to education and musical inquiry, Biss is the author of Exploring Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas and a long-standing member of the faculty at the Curtis Institute of Music.

Arts Fest Beverly
2026-06-20 10:00 - 17:00 | Cabot St, Cabot St, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Arts Fest is a free outdoor festival in downtown Beverly that’s fun for the whole family! The festivities will be held outside on Cabot St on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 10am-5pm, rain or shine. Arts Fest includes more than 125 juried fine artists and crafters, free kids’ activities, and local food vendors and retailers.
Artists will be selling pottery and sculpture, children’s items, clothing and fiber arts, furniture, home decor, cards and prints, jewelry, paintings, and more. Artists come from all over Massachusetts and right here in Beverly, including some of your favorite artists from past events, and new emerging artists for you to discover. This will be our 23rd Arts Fest!
