2026
Now in its 54th year, the Martha's Vineyard Chamber Music Society brings world class musicians to the Island's most welcoming, intimate settings. This summer, in celebration of America 250, every concert features at least one American composition. From Grammy winning ensembles to rising stars from Juilliard, the 2026 festival invites audiences to experience vibrant performances and music that spans generations and styles.
Register Online or In-Person
If you prefer, tickets can also be purchased directly at the venue before the event starts, availability permitting.
Whether you choose to book online or buy tickets at the door, we look forward to welcoming you to our performances.
Register Online or In-Person
If you prefer, tickets can also be purchased directly at the venue before the event starts, availability permitting.
Whether you choose to book online or buy tickets at the door, we look forward to welcoming you to our performances.
Summer 2026 Concerts
Wednesday, June 24 • 7:00PM
Stillpoint, West Tisbury
Rasa String Quartet
“Audience reaction made clear that Rasa's mix of classical, jazz, rock and whatever else was a hit.” — Boston Music Intelligencer
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Sunday, July 26 • 4:00PM
Old Whaling Church, Edgartown
Emi Ferguson
“Blindingly impressive… a fizzing, daring display of personality and imagination.” — The New York Times
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Sunday, August 9 • 4:00PM
First Congregational Church, West Tisbury
Katarina String Quartet
“One of North America’s most compelling young ensembles” (WFMT), the Grand Prize winners of the prestigious Fischoff Chamber Music Competition make their Vineyard debut.
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Sunday, August 16 • 5:00PM
Old Whaling Church, Edgartown
Harlem Quartet
Praised for their “panache” by The New York Times, the Grammy winning Harlem Quartet makes a welcome return to the Vineyard.
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Music Education and Community Engagement
Our "Music Education and Community Engagement" project brings ensembles to the island monthly during the school year to support Island Strings teachers, helping students build skills and confidence in their individual playing and in ensembles. Musicians offer a concert to inspire the entire community at days end.
Generously funded in our inaugural year 2024-2025 by The West Chop Community Fund.
We are currently seeking funding to continue this program for school year 2026-2027.
$3,000 funds an ensemble to teach and play.
Generously funded in our inaugural year 2024-2025 by The West Chop Community Fund.
We are currently seeking funding to continue this program for school year 2026-2027.
$3,000 funds an ensemble to teach and play.
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The Martha’s Vineyard Chamber Music Society has produced concerts for both visitors to and residents of the Island of Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts for over 50 years. The MVCMS is also very active in encouraging classical music stringed instrument education for Island school children. The Summer Concerts and our Education Programs including Instrument Loans, Lesson Scholarships, Artist in Residence, and Project Cello, all depend on generous donors and grant funders.
Your donation is greatly appreciated and will help us fulfill our mission.
For more information about giving options, call (508) 426-9825 or email [email protected]
Thank You
Your donation is greatly appreciated and will help us fulfill our mission.
For more information about giving options, call (508) 426-9825 or email [email protected]
Thank You
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