Music

Join GBH supporters in celebration of International Jazz Day. GBH Music and JazzBoston present Cuban pianist, composer and arranger Zahili Gonzalez Zamora.

Immerse yourself in the soulful melodies and vibrant rhythms that pay homage to the rich heritage and cultural nuances of Afro Cuban music. Experience the fusion of traditional jazz elements with the captivating beats of Cuban percussion, creating a harmonious blend that will transport you to the heart of Havana. This performance aims to celebrate the power of music to unite and uplift. Get ready to tap your feet, sway to the groove, and be moved by compositions based on personal experience of resilience, mixed with the irresistible energy of Afro Cuban rhythms.

This event will be hosted by Callie Crossley, host of Under the Radar with Callie Crossley and co-host of The Culture Show on GBH 89.7.

You have two ticket options:

* $50 in-person event experience from 7:15-9pm, includes wine and cheese pre-reception or
* Virtual Tickets (Free) from 8-9pm. The performance can be streamed for free with an advanced RSVP

Please note by registering for this event your name and email will be shared with GBH and JazzBoston.

About Jazz Boston JazzBoston connects, promotes and advocates for the musicians, audiences and venues of Greater Boston’s dynamic and diverse jazz community. The nonprofit organization spreads the music and message of jazz and celebrates Boston as one of the world’s great jazz cities. Find more information at jazzboston.org.


This event is presented with support from our sponsor The Goldstein Family Fund.


Photo credit: Robert Torres

Experience a live performance by one of the world's most distinguished chamber music ensembles. The Boston Symphony Chamber Players, the BSO's first-chair string and wind players, visit GBH's Fraser Performance Studio this May 16 at 7:30 pm to perform for a limited in-person audience. The performance will also stream at Classical.org and be available on-demand. In celebration of Serge Koussevitzky's 150th birthday, the concert salutes the former BSO Music Director's profound impact on the music of his time.

Brian McCreath, producer and host of CRB Classical 99.5's Boston Symphony Orchestra broadcasts from Symphony Hall and Tanglewood, hosts the event. Tickets for both the in-person and virtual experiences are available for free.


Boston Symphony Chamber Players Program
Serge KOUSSEVITZKY Waltz and Chanson triste, for double-bass and piano
Walter PISTON Quintet for flute and strings
Olivier MESSIAEN Abîme des oiseaux from Quartet for the End of Time, for solo clarinet
Jean FRANÇAIX Dixtour, for winds and strings


Featured Musicians
Alexander Velinzon, violin
Lucia Lin, violin
Cathy Basrak, viola
Blaise Dejardin, cello
Edwin Barker, bass
Elizabeth Rowe, flute
John Ferrillo, oboe
Bill Hudgins, clarinet
Richard Ranti, bassoon
Richard Sebring, horn
Randall Hodgkinson, piano


Tickets for both the in-person and virtual experience are available for free.

You have two ticket options:

* In-person experience from 7:30-10pm, includes dessert post-reception or

* Virtual ticket from 7:30-9pm. The performance can be streamed for free with an advanced RSVP


Please note by registering for this event your name and email will be shared with GBH.

Photo Credit: Robert Torres

This event is presented with support from Comcast Xfinity 10G Network.

Join GBH Music in welcoming the Ulysses Quartet as its first-ever quartet in residence with a free performance at the GBH Studio at the Boston Public Library on Wednesday, May 22, at noon.

The Ulysses Quartet's season-long partnership as quartet in residence furthers GBH Music's ongoing effort to connect with listeners of all backgrounds and ages. The partnership will span over fifty performances and events throughout the year, including with the Boston Public and Massachusetts schools. The Ulysses Quartet’s residency at GBH is made possible by a generous contribution from the Mattina R. Proctor Foundation.

Registration is encouraged for this free event.

Photo credit: Lara St. John

This event is presented with support from CRB and the Ulysses Quartet.

The Ulysses Quartet’s residency at GBH is made possible by a generous contribution from the Mattina R. Proctor Foundation.

The Boston Symphony Orchestra is putting on a musical tribute to Shorter this month, featuring Berklee alum, bassist, and singer-composer spalding.

The Broadway star will perform at Boston Symphony Hall on April 2.

The Grammy-winning songwriter traces the history of women's rights in America.

Concert pianist Anna Fedorova says the meaning of music was “at its highest” when she was fundraising for Ukraine. She makes her return to Symphony Hall on March 3 with the Boston Philharmonic Youth Orchestra.