Cliburn Festival America 250: American Classics

Iconic classical works

Program

LIEBERMANN Gargoyles
BARBER String Quartet in B Minor, op. 11 (II, III)
Selected American songs
STILL Suite for Violin and Piano
BERNSTEIN West Side Story

*Program is subject to change

About the 2026 Cliburn Festival

Celebrate the ingenuity, independence, and pure joy of American music. In five concerts over four days, pianists-in-residence Peter Dugan, Avery Gagliano, and Jonathan Mamora will be joined by mezzo-soprano Kara Dugan and local musicians to explore the ways music reflects the American experience.

Over the last 250 years America has developed music with a distinct language, voice, and style. Born in independence and honed by its vast influences—from spirituals, blues, and jazz to traditional immigrant folk songs, to the European classical tradition—these enduring compositions have become more than the sum of these parts, and represent the true pioneer spirit of America. From the beloved works of Gershwin, Copland, and Bernstein to the innovative voices of Price, Beach, and Barber, join us in this celebration of America.

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Concert also available on Cliburn Social Subscription

Cliburn Social is an all-ages, specially curated, classical experience of cool performances paired with exclusive receptions. Cliburn Social members get the perfect sampling of the Cliburn's concert experiences across Cliburn at the Kimbell, Cliburn Sessions at Tannahill's, and the Cliburn Festival at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. Three incredible performances, three unique venues, three exclusive parties, all in one subscription experience. 

General Concert Information

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