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Two concerts from the Chamber Music Society of Central Virginia this weekend

VPM | By Mike Goldberg

Published February 14, 2025 at 1:08 AM EST

Chamber Music Society of Central Virginia - February 2025

This weekend, the Chamber Music Society of Central Virginia continues its 20th anniversary season with two concerts. "Opus 20: Anniversary" will take place Saturday afternoon (2/15) at 2pm in the Richmond Public Library, and "Celebration" will be held Sunday afternoon (2/16) at 4pm in St. Mary's Episcopal Church on River Road.

Artistic Director James Wilson joined "Afternoon Classical" to discuss the programs. Saturday's concert includes a special arrangement of Edward Elgar's Serenade, Op. 20, while Sunday's performance will feature Felix Mendelssohn's Octet (also Op. 20) and a brand new octet composed by Richmond's Donovan Williams.

Yours in good music,
Mike Goldberg
Classical Host, VPM Music

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