Chamber Music Monterey Bay (CMMB) announces its 59th season, presenting five evening concerts by world-class ensembles at the historic Sunset Center in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Concerts will be held on Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., preceded by complimentary pre-concert lectures at 6:30 p.m., offering audiences deeper engagement with the repertoire and performers.

The 2025–2026 season continues CMMB’s mission to enrich the cultural life of the Central Coast by presenting exceptional chamber music performances, commissioning new works, and supporting community education and outreach initiatives. This season reflects CMMB’s dual commitment to preserving the legacy of chamber music while advancing its evolution through contemporary voices.

CONCERT III

Morgenstern Trio
Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. | Sunset Center, Carmel
Free pre-concert lecture at 6:30 p.m.

Germany’s Morgenstern Trio, celebrated for their “breathtaking virtuosity” (Kleine Zeitung), brings a thoughtful and diverse program featuring lyrical tradition and modernist intensity.

Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Trio in C Minor, Op. 1, No. 3
Frank Martin – Trio on Irish Folk Tunes
Arnold Schoenberg, trans. Steuermann – Verklärte Nacht, Op. 4
This performance spans the expressive spectrum of the piano trio form, from Classical structure to emotionally expansive modernism.
About Chamber Music Monterey Bay

Founded in 1966, Chamber Music Monterey Bay is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to presenting a world-class concert series, commissioning new works, and offering education and outreach that makes chamber music accessible to diverse communities. Its programming reflects a commitment to artistic excellence, cultural stewardship, and education for audiences of all ages.