Chamber Music at The Barns

Experience the Captivating World of Chamber Music

Chamber Music at The Barns pairs the intimacy of chamber music with the historic charm of Wolf Trap’s restored 18th-century barns, drawing a passionate community of music lovers season after season. With a stellar lineup of world-class artists, performances in partnership with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, and a repertoire that spans beloved classics to hidden gems, this celebrated concert series boasts sold-out audiences and record subscription holders—making its tickets among the most sought after in the region’s classical music scene.

After performances, guests enjoy delicious complimentary dessert receptions and engage in conversations with artists, continuing the sense of connection and artistry that defines Chamber Music at The Barns. Each performance is recorded for local radio broadcast, allowing audiences to relive their favorite concerts on WETA Classical’s weekly program, Front Row Washington.

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2025–2026 Series Subscriptions

Full series subscriptions are SOLD OUT, but you can still enjoy Chamber Music at The Barns with your own curated 4-pack. Choose any 4 concerts and receive 10% off ticket prices.

Subscription Pricing:

      • Prime Orchestra: $212.40 (Regular price $236)
      • Prime Balcony: $194.40 (Regular price $216)
      • Rear Orchestra: $176.40 (Regular price $196)
      • Side Balcony: $158.40 (Regular price $176) 


Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy your preferred programs this season at the best value. For questions, contact patronservices@wolftrap.org.

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    Artistic Advisor

    Daniel Hope

    “There are few figures in today’s classical music who so perfectly embody the role of ambassador for music as Daniel Hope.”
    —Gramophone

    Internationally acclaimed for his artistry, versatility, and commitment to humanitarian causes, violinist Daniel Hope is the newly appointed Artistic Advisor for Chamber Music at The Barns. Hope will curate the series with his bold artistic leadership and vision, selecting programs and artists that will enrich the future of chamber music offerings at Wolf Trap.

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    Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

    A key artistic partner in Wolf Trap’s chamber music series, the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (CMS) brings the excellence of New York City’s vibrant chamber music scene to The Barns. Each season, musicians of CMS come to The Barns to perform concerts showcasing a diverse range of repertoire from Baroque to contemporary works. Their programs feature renowned soloists and ensembles, offering audiences a chance to experience both well-known and rarely heard chamber music masterpieces in an intimate setting.

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    Rich Kleinfeldt, Host

    Professional musician, broadcaster, teacher, and lecturer Rich Kleinfeldt has served as the onstage host for Chamber Music at The Barns since the series’ inception. DC area classical music lovers know his voice from WETA Classical. Kleinfeldt facilitates lively Q&A discussions between the musicians and audiences at each performance.

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    Where Every Note Echoes with History

    Since its inaugural performances by The Wolf Trap Chamber Group and The Columbine and Primavera String Quartets in 1981, The Barns at Wolf Trap has been a cherished venue for chamber music enthusiasts. The restored 18th-century barns offer exceptional acoustics suited perfectly for classical music. In 2014, the series was aptly renamed Chamber Music at The Barns, continuing its tradition of hosting acclaimed artists such as Wu Han, Anne Sofie von Otter, and Pinchas Zukerman, and highly respected ensembles, including the Orion, Attacca, and Emerson String Quartets.

    The Barns

    DAN AND GAYLE D’ANIELLO
    Wolf Trap Season Underwriters

    DEBORAH F. AND DAVID A. WINSTON
    2025-2026 Chamber Music at The Barns Series Sponsors