Music at Kohl Concerts
Harlem Quartet with pianist-composer Aldo López-Gavilán
Noted for its “fresh, bracing, and intelligent” attitude towards classical music, vibrant programming, and collaborations across genres ...
Rolston Quartet
Hailed as a “bright star in the string quartet sky,” the Rolston Quartet has received rave reviews and accolades ...
The Lee Trio
An award-winning piano trio of three virtuosic performers, educators, and sisters, The Lee Trio bring their special synergy to the mainstage ...
Mesa-Yakushev Duo
Cuban-American cellist Thomas Mesa is joined by Russian pianist Ilya Yakushev to perform magnificent sonatas ...
Ida Kavafian and Peter Wiley with Curtis on Tour
Violinist Ida Kavafian and cellist Peter Wiley, world renowned musicians and esteemed faculty of Philadelphia’s Curtis Institute of Music, lead ...
Musicians from the San Francisco Symphony
Five string players from our own SF Symphony travel from Davies Hall to our Great Hall ...
Quatuor Danel
The quartet is famous for its bold, concentrated interpretations of major string quartet cycles.
Past Chamber Concerts
Maxwell Quartet
Hailed as “brilliantly fresh, unexpected and exhilarating” and regarded as one of Britain's finest ...
Horszowski Trio
Described as “the most compelling American group to come on the scene”, a vital force in the international chamber music world ...
Ying Quartet
Occupying a position of unique prominence in the classical music world, the Quartet is a favorite of Music at Kohl audiences ...Quatuor Danel with Pascal Moraguès, clarinet
Famous for its bold, concentrated interpretations of major string quartet cycles, joined by principal clarinetist of the Orchestre de Paris, Pascal Moraguès ...
Alexander String Quartet
2021 begins with the perennial audience favorite Alexander String Quartet...
Cellist Amit Peled with Pianist Noreen Polera
A musician of profound artistry and charismatic stage presence, Amit Peled with distinguished pianist Noreen Polera performs two Beethoven Cello Sonatas ...
Fauré Quartett
The Fauré Quartett has established itself as one of the world’s leading piano quartets, visionary in its approach and ...
Ariel Quartet
Distinguished by its virtuosity, probing musical insight, and impassioned performances, the Ariel Quartet has garnered critical praise worldwide over nearly two decades
Violins of Hope World Premiere
Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, Music at Kohl presents the world premiere of Intonations: Songs from the Violins of Hope,
Minetti Quartett
Vienna-based Minetti Quartett brings to Kohl Mansion its "captivating transparency, drama, accuracy ... with lightness and depth"
Children’s Concerts
While our Children’s Concerts and Family Programs at the San Mateo Library are on necessary hiatus this season, we invite you to go Up, Up, and Away! with Sound Impact’s new digital education program Time Travel Goes Digital!
The Sound Impact ensemble, one of Music at Kohl’s education partners, has developed an online series of 10 interactive videos exploring music’s role throughout history. Each episode focuses on a unique theme revealing its connections to music, illustrating culturally responsive vignettes. The program offers wonderful family viewing opportunities – check out the lively and engaging videos, and learn something along the way! Join the adventure!
For more information, contact Music at Kohl at info@musicatkohl.org or 650.762.1130
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Live Children’s Concerts have been suspended until further notice.
An interactive program introducing children to a real live concert experience. Fast-paced, lively, and fun, Children’s Concerts are designed for elementary and pre-school aged students. Weekday morning performances make ideal field trips for schools, community groups, seniors, home-schoolers as well as individual families. Suitable for all ages. These performances by professional musicians/educators engage young audiences of our local community.
Past Children’s Concerts
VNote Ensemble – Children’s Concerts
Hailed for their spirited performances and fascinating fusion of jazz with Latin and folk rhythms ...
Grupo Falso Baiano – Children’s Concerts
Grupo Falso Baiano is a choro group that offers a window into the history and diverse culture of Brazil. ...
Huckleberry Quartet – Children’s Concerts
The Huckleberry Quartet takes young audiences on a whirlwind tour of musical styles and cultural traditions ...
Aurio Trio – Children’s Concerts
The Aurio Trio (keyboards, tuba and bassoon) takes young audiences on a zany adventure that spans the continents ...
Classical Jam – Children’s Concerts
Known for its innovative and fun approach to music of many genres and cultures, Classical Jam connects with listeners of all ages, sharing a journey to different times and places through the universal language of music. An unforgettable musical adventure for all!
Family Series — Free Concerts for All Ages
While our Children’s Concerts and Family Programs at the San Mateo Library are on necessary hiatus this season, we invite you to go Up, Up, and Away! with Sound Impact’s new digital education program Time Travel Goes Digital!
The Sound Impact ensemble, one of Music at Kohl’s education partners, has developed an online series of 10 interactive videos exploring music’s role throughout history. Each episode focuses on a unique theme revealing its connections to music, illustrating culturally responsive vignettes. The program offers wonderful family viewing opportunities – check out the lively and engaging videos, and learn something along the way! Join the adventure!
For more information, contact Music at Kohl at info@musicatkohl.org or 650.762.1130
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Live Family Concerts have been suspended until further notice.
Family Concerts expose audiences of all ages to the music, poetry, language, history, and customs of many world cultures. These admission-free concerts are held in the Oak Room at the San Mateo Public Library, located at 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo. No tickets are required. Free underground parking. For more information, call (650) 762-1130. Free Admission.
Past Family Concerts
Musicians from the Valley of the Moon Music Festival – Free Family Concert
Cellist Tanya Tomkins and pianist Eric Zivian, co-founders of Sonoma’s Valley of the Moon Music Festival, will offer a program ...Grupo Falso Baiano – Free Family Concert
Grupo Falso Baiano is a choro group that offers a window into the history and diverse culture of Brazil ...
Huckleberry Quartet – Free Family Concert
The Huckleberry Quartet takes young audiences on a whirlwind tour of musical styles and cultural traditions ...
Aurio Trio – Free Family Concert
The Aurio Trio – concert pianist Karen Hutchinson, Zachariah Spellman, and Rufus Olivier will bring us a program of familiar favorites ...
Quartet San Francisco – Free Family Concert
Three-time Grammy nominee and International Tango competition winner Quartet San Francisco expresses itself ...
Neave Trio
Hailed by critics as “absolutely stunning” and “brilliant” the Neave Trio (Anna Williams, violin. Mikhail Veselov, cello, Toni James, piano) has “exceeded ...
Lee Trio
The Lee Trio is an award-winning piano trio made up of three virtuosic performers, educators and sisters from San Francisco. Since its critically acclaimed Wigmore Hall debut in 2002, The Lee Trio’s “gripping immediacy and freshness” and “rich palette of tone colours” [The Strad] has inspired and moved audiences worldwide, establishing itself as one of the premier chamber ensembles on the international stage. In addition to performing, the Trio devotes time to teaching and giving masterclasses, and frequently collaborates with living composers, most recently finishing a recording project of Jane Antonia Cornish's piano trio, Duende, on the Delos Music label. Free admission.
Harlem Quartet On Demand Broadcast
with pianist-composer Aldo López-Gavilán ON DEMAND BROADCAST available 5 days only! November 24 - 28
Past Special Events
Violins of Hope
From January 16 through March 14, 2020, an immersive multi-week celebration of the remarkable resilience of the human spirit.Gala Concert – Preview Songs from the Violins of Hope
A Gala Concert Evening -- Special Preview Preview of Jake Heggie and Gene Scheer's Intonations: Songs from the Violins of Hope
Musicians from the Valley Moon Music Festival
Celebrate the season in the lavishly decorated Kohl Mansion for our beloved Holiday Gala Concert ...
Play In with Sound Impact
Play In with us! After a brief performance by Sound Impact, experience one of the great joys of being a musician …
Play In with Sound Impact
Play In with us! After a brief performance by Sound Impact, experience one of the great joys of being a musician …
Miró Quartet
One of Music at Kohl Mansion’s most cherished artists, the Miró Quartet returns to celebrate the season ,,,
Pianist Joyce Yang in Recital
One of the most thrilling performers of her generation, pianist Joyce Yang returns ...
Aulos Ensemble with soprano Julianne Baird
Among Music at Kohl’s most beloved traditions is a holiday concert by New York’s famed Aulos Ensemble ...
Violist Geraldine Walther with the Altius Quartet
S. F. Symphony violist Geraldine Walther returns to Kohl Mansion to introduce and perform with the Altius Quartet ...
Musica Pacifica – A Baroque Holiday Concert
A popular program of Baroque gems visits the major artistic centers of Europe and samples the musical forms of ...