Join us for a performance by the Haven String Quartet accompanied by conversation, close looking at artwork, and a question-and-answer session. Playing Images encourages participants to reflect on the experience of listening to music while looking at art. Jessica Sack, the Jan and Frederick Mayer Curator of Public Education, is joined in conversation by members of the Haven String Quartet. Generously sponsored by the Martin A. Ryerson Lectureship Fund.

Meet by the central column in the Gallery lobby. Space is limited.

Join us for a performance by the Haven String Quartet accompanied by conversation, close looking at artwork, and a question-and-answer session. Playing Images encourages participants to reflect on the experience of listening to music while looking at art. Jessica Sack, the Jan and Frederick Mayer Curator of Public Education, is joined in conversation by members of the Haven String Quartet. Generously sponsored by the Martin A. Ryerson Lectureship Fund.

Meet by the central column in the Gallery lobby. Space is limited.

Join us to celebrate what our students have accomplished this year at Music Haven!

This concert reimagines classical music through poetry, meditation, and sound healing. Experience an evening of community and reflection. This event is FREE to attend - we just ask that you register ahead of time!

Please sign up for our waiting list or contact us to request an application by May 22, 2026.

We recommend coming to our Open House on May 30th, 2026, at 11 AM if you are interested in enrolling for the next school year. Those who attend the Open House will receive an enrollment application via email by June 15th, 2026. After the Open House, you will be contacted to schedule an interview with one of our teachers to make sure that Music Haven is a good fit for your student and family and that you meet our eligibility requirements. You will be contacted by mid-September if you have been selected to participate in the Music Haven program.

Music by Clara and Robert Schumann, Johannes Brahms, and more!

Join us at Q House on April 30th for an evening of original music by Music Haven students and composer Matthew Suttor, performed by the Haven String Quartet. A Yale Planetary Solutions collaboration. All ages welcome!

Resounding Nature believes young people have the power to listen deeply — to their communities and the natural world. By uniting music, science, and technology, students transform real forest data into original compositions, giving voice to nature through art. This concert is a celebration of that creativity, shared with the community that makes it possible.

Rescheduled from February!!

If you already purchased tickets in February, they will be honored for this new date. If you’re unable to attend, we will gladly issue a refund.

Guest Composer and Bassist, Kebra-Seyoun Charles joins the Haven String Quartet for an evening of chamber works featuring piano and double bass. The HSQ performs contemporary classic “Entr’acte,” by Caroline Shaw and Kebra-Seyoun Charles’ music for string quartet and double bass. Music Haven Resident Pianist Jacob Wang joins Charles and members of the HSQ for Franz Schubert’s timeless “Trout” Quintet for violin, viola, cello, piano and bass.

This unique concert blends live classical music with intentional breathwork and sound healing, inviting listeners to slow down and engage more deeply with both sound and silence.

The audience will be guided through simple, accessible healing practices by Elizabeth Voytershark. Musical selections by Florence Price, Arvo Pärt, Claude Debussy, and Ludovico Einaudi will be performed by pianist Jacob Wang, and violist Linda Numagami.

This event is free and open to the public, donations accepted.

The Honors Recital brings together exceptional students from across our studios to celebrate excellence in musicianship and dedication towards their instrument.

Join us for a calming and imaginative wellness concert experience designed especially for young listeners (ages 7-12). This interactive program brings together live piano and violin improvisation with a reading of Freedom, We Sing — the lyrical and visually stunning picture book featuring Amyra León’s hopeful poem and Molly Mendoza’s lush, immersive illustrations.

Children will gather in a cozy circle for a guided musical meditation to help them settle, breathe, and arrive in the moment. As the story unfolds, live music will weave through the reading, creating an emotional soundscape that deepens the journey of the book and invites reflection, curiosity, and connection.

Freedom, We Sing gently explores what it means to feel free, hopeful, and strong — even during challenging times. Through story, sound, and shared listening, this program offers young people a space to imagine, feel, and express. The experience closes with movement and an energy-release activity, helping kids leave feeling grounded, uplifted, and empowered.

This is more than storytime — it’s a space to listen, breathe, wonder, and discover the freedom inside ourselves.

Sponsored by Common Sense Fund // Wellness Concert in collaboration with Lauren Anderson (Possible Futures)

Featuring Adriana Linares, Viola, with works by W. A. Mozart, L.V. Beethoven, and Ernesto Lecuona!

Join us for a special library concert honoring Black History Month, featuring performances by string, piano, and choir students alongside faculty artists. The program includes jazz standards, spirituals, and works by Black composers, with students performing in solos, duets, and ensembles. A vibrant celebration of history, culture, and community through music.

Join us for an evening of spoken word and live music featuring New Haven’s own Yexandra Diaz. This year, NXTHVN’s annual high school apprentice-led program invites performers to share original poetry, short stories, and music that honor their ancestors. Featuring Music Haven Students!

Spend a night listening to great chamber music, featuring the works of Miyazaki, Borodin, and Beethoven as we raise funds for Music Haven!

The Legacy String Quartet is an emerging musical ensemble based in Connecticut in the Fairfield and New Haven County areas. Since its founding in 2022, the quartet has captivated audiences with concerts showcasing remarkably diverse and innovative programs. The mission of the ensemble is simple: create musical experiences that are interesting and welcoming to all. From masterclasses at public schools to open rehearsals at elder care facilities, the Legacy String Quartet is dedicated to being an active light in their local communities. Having nurtured their passion through teaching and learning music with their local community and educational institutions, an essential pillar of this group is about taking a break from everyday life and giving back by performing for non-profits, fostering community engagement, and supporting fundraising efforts.

Music Haven invites you to a family-friendly Library Series event featuring our resident ensemble, the Haven String Quartet, and a special performance by Music Haven Student Musicians! Stay after the performance for our instrument petting zoo, where kids can explore and try out different instruments!

Hear the Haven String Quartet, Music Haven students, and the St. Luke’s Steel Band at our annual MLK Celebration—one of the year's most anticipated events. Join us as we come together to honor Dr. King’s legacy through the power of music and community.

Free & Open to the public!

*Seating is first-come, first-served*

First & Summerfield UMC
425 College Street, New Haven, CT 06511

Featuring works by Maurice Ravel,  Gabriel Fauré, and Eleanor Alberga!

Come celebrate Hispanic Heritage for a family-friendly concert featuring our Resident Pianist, Jacob Wang and Music Haven students!

Free & Open to the public!

Join the Haven String Quartet for a live performance of Philip Glass’ soundtrack to the original 1931 Dracula and follow along as the quartet plays the soundtrack live alongside a screening of the film!

Costumes are encouraged!

Be sure to arrive early, as space is limited.

Thank you to our sponsors at Best Video Film & Cultural Center!

Join us for a performance by the Haven String Quartet, accompanied by conversation, close looking at artwork, and a question-and-answer session. Playing Images encourages participants to reflect on the experience of listening to music while looking at art. Jessica Sack, the Jan and Frederick Mayer Curator of Public Education, is joined in conversation by Yaira Matyakubova, Artistic Director of Music Haven, New Haven, Connecticut. Generously sponsored by the Martin A. Ryerson Lectureship Fund. 

Free & Open to the public.

Space is limited!

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Join us for a performance by the Haven String Quartet, accompanied by conversation, close looking at artwork, and a question-and-answer session. Playing Images encourages participants to reflect on the experience of listening to music while looking at art. Jessica Sack, the Jan and Frederick Mayer Curator of Public Education, is joined in conversation by Yaira Matyakubova, Artistic Director of Music Haven, New Haven, Connecticut. Generously sponsored by the Martin A. Ryerson Lectureship Fund. 

Free & Open to the public.

Space is limited!

🎶 Join Us for a Musical Celebration! 🎶

Wrap up an incredible year of music-making with a performance party featuring all our talented students! This special event celebrates each student's hard work, growth, and creativity in a fun and supportive atmosphere.

Featuring all student ensembles and solo performances

Join us at Armada’s Brewery on Friday, June 6th at 7pm for an electrifying evening of genre-bending music that bridges classical, contemporary, and Music Haven student-created works. From the beauty of Osvaldo Golijov’s Tenebrae to the funky grooves of Stevie Wonder’s Sir Duke, this program celebrates bold musical voices. Highlights include Fahrenheit Fiasco, a Music Haven student composition; a haunting violin duo by Matthew Sutter; the propulsive second movement of Ravel’s String Quartet; and the dynamic Ascending Bird by Jacobsen and Aghaei.

Grab a drink, enjoy the sounds, and expect the unexpected!

Join us for a performance by the Haven String Quartet, accompanied by conversation, close looking at artwork, and a question-and-answer session. Playing Images encourages participants to reflect on the experience of listening to music while looking at art. Jessica Sack, the Jan and Frederick Mayer Curator of Public Education, is joined in conversation by members of the Haven String Quartet. Generously sponsored by the Martin A. Ryerson Lectureship Fund.  

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Music Haven presents Bach’s D minor Keyboard concerto in chamber style featuring resident pianist, Jacob Wang. In the 2nd half, guest cellist Wayne Smith joins the Haven String Quartet on Schubert’s Cello Quintet.

Music Haven Students and Families: Free!

Suggested amount $25

Join us at Music Haven for a solo recital by Resident Pianist Jacob Wang, featuring an evening of exquisite piano music inspired by love and flowers. The program highlights beloved classics like Rachmaninoff’s Liebesleid (Love’s Sorrow) and Chopin’s luminous Barcarolle alongside hidden gems, including Nathaniel Dett’s romantic and wistful Magnolia Suite and Manuel Ponce’s tender Estrellita.

Joining Mr. Wang for this special evening is faculty member Patrick Doane (violin) in Fritz Kreisler’s elegant and nostalgic Three Viennese Dances. The program will also feature two of Mr. Wang’s students, Yohvani Cruz and Legend Dyer (piano), in a charming performance of Fauré’s Dolly Suite.

Experience a night of passion, lyricism, and musical storytelling as we welcome spring in full bloom.

Tickets: Free but please reserve online below

Join us for the Voices: Untold Stories Festival for a special evening that brings to life culture-sharing, featuring musicians of The Knights Orchestra and Music Haven.

THIS IS A FREE EVENT!

The HSQ and Resident Pianist Jacob Wang’s March concert features a diverse and powerful program that spans centuries, including Haydn’s playful and exciting Rider Quartet, Gideon Klein’s haunting piano sonata No.1, written during his time in a concentration camp, and Steve Reich’s Different Trains, a reflection on the composer’s travels as a child across the country against the backdrop of World War II.

Music Haven Students and Families: Free!

Suggested amount $25