North Carolina Chamber Music Institute has several concerts coming up. Read on to learn about one of the free concerts.
IMPACT Series I: Romantic Overtures
October 26, 2025
4 to 5 p.m.
Hayes Barton United Methodist Church
2209 Fairview Rd, Raleigh, NC
Free, with suggested donation of $15
Registration for seat reservation
Faculty from NCCMI and musicians from the NC Symphony perform on this concert featuring Anton Arensky’s Piano Trio in D minor and selections from Max Bruch’s Eight Pieces, Op. 83, as well as the premiere of NC native James Dargan’s new work, Four Part Find. Mr. Dargan was commissioned by NCCMI to compose the piece. Featured musicians are Emily Glover, violin; Jimmy Gilmore, clarinet; Elizabeth Beilman, cello; and Solomon Eichner, piano.
IMPACT Series II: Chamber Music Treasures- Music by Black Composers
Monday, January 19, 2026
7 p.m.
Hayes Barton United Methodist Church
2209 Fairview Rd, Raleigh, NC
Free, with suggested donation of $15
Registration for seat reservation
Faculty Artists and Guest Musicians perform music by Black Composers in Honor of MLK, Jr. Day. Curated by Dr. Timothy Holley, NCCMI Faculty and student musicians will perform.
James Dargan will return to Raleigh to perform alongside NCCMI faculty in a concert that includes important and influential works by composers of color. Immediately prior to the concert (6:00pm), NCCMI will present, Conversation with the Composer! Anyone interested in how someone becomes a composer should plan to attend this interactive event. Students are especially encouraged to attend the free and informal event.
IMPACT Series III: Valentine’s Concert with Audio Description and Tactile Tour of Instruments
Sunday, 2026, February 16, 2025
4 p.m. (tactile tour of instruments from 2:45 to 3:30 p.m.)
Church of the Nativity
8849 Ray Rd., Raleigh, NC
Free
This musical event for all ages features classical and popular selections performed by NC Chamber Music Institute student ensembles. Different combinations of string instruments and piano will perform. An inclusive experience with a Pre-Concert Tactile Tour of Instruments!
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