Celebrate America's 250th Under the Stars!

Join The National Chamber Ensemble at the Lubber Run Amphitheater on Friday, July 10 for a free outdoor concert celebrating our nation's 250th anniversary. Bring a picnic, gather your friends and family, and enjoy an evening of beautiful music in Arlington's beloved open-air venue, nestled among the trees of Lubber Run Park. The program will conclude with Mozart's beloved Eine kleine Nachtmusik ("A Little Night Music") — the perfect serenade for a summer night.

Admission is free and seating is first-come, first-served.

Location: Lubber Run Amphitheater 200 N. Columbus St., Arlington, VA 22203 (N. Columbus Street & 2nd Street N., two blocks north of Route 50)

National Chamber Ensemble's 20th Anniversary Season opens with an evening of Romantic masterworks by Schubert, Mendelssohn and Brahms. Acclaimed soprano Karin Paludan joins National Chamber Ensemble musicians for a program celebrating the beauty, passion, and elegance of the Romantic era.

Featuring chamber music and vocal selections by three of classical music's most beloved composers. The concert features "Shepherd on a Rock", Schubert's spellbinding opera-like song, Mendelssohn's glorious Piano Trio in D minor and Brahms dramatic Piano Quartet in G minor. Join us for an inspiring evening of exceptional artistry as we begin our milestone 20th season.

NCE artists performing: Carlos Cesar Rodriguez (piano), Leo Sushansky (artistic/director,violin), Uri Wassertzug (viola), Steven Honigberg (cello),  Karin Paludan (soprano).

Location: Gunston Arts Center - Theater 1

Our most beloved annual tradition returns with a joyful celebration for the whole family. This concert brings together rising young stars—winners of the 2026 Nancy Peery Marriott Young Artist Competition and talented student performers from the community—alongside the acclaimed Voce Chamber Singers, conducted by David Mann. Festive classics, favorite choruses from Handel's "Messiah", Seasonal favorites, and a Carols Sing Along make this a heartwarming event that shines with the spirit of togetherness and musical excellence. A favorite of audiences young and old, Holiday Cheer offers the perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends.

Kids 10 and under free.

Location: Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington

Celebrate Valentine's weekend with a tribute to the music and artistry of the legendary Roberta Flack. Known for timeless songs that defined an era, Flack's music continues to inspire audiences with its warmth, elegance, and emotional power.

Don't miss this tribute to a legend and Arlington native. Join us for a memorable Valentine's celebration honoring one of America's most treasured musical voices. 

Location: Gunston Arts Center - Theater 1

Celebrate the energy and renewal of spring with music by Beethoven, Saint-Saëns, Leclair and a premiere by Grammy and Emmy winning composer Michael Patterson. Violinist Leo Sushansky and pianist Thomas Pandolfi reunite for an evening filled with brilliance, lyricism, and dramatic expression.

This program captures the spirit of a season bursting with life and possibility opening with Beethoven's favorite "Spring" Sonata. This uplifting concert offers an inspiring evening of exceptional music and joyful celebration. 

Location: Marymount University Ballston-Center

A Nancy Peery Marriott Discovery Concert

The Season Finale presents NCE's creative revival of Antonio Vivaldi's extraordinary Four Seasons; featuring humorous demonstrations, spectacular multimedia and reading of the sonnets. Experience the "Seasons" like never before. Uncover the story of the most popular composition of Antonio Vivaldi through words, images and music simultaneously. Celebrate the Season Finale with NCE's critically acclaimed interpretation.

Location: Shakespeare Theater Company -- Klein Theater