Beyond Baroque
Variation III
April 30–May 3, 2026
Our 2026 Spring Festival goes “Beyond” with music from the Twelfth Night Ensemble, Patricia García Gil, and Lindsey Strand-Polyak! These featured artists are joined by local artists, artisans, and more for events designed to expand your vision and knowledge of early music.
The Festival at a glance:
- Blockbuster concert at Town Hall Seattle from Twelfth Night!
- A must-attend intimate solo violin performance at The Chapel at Good Shepherd Center from Lindsey Strand-Polyak
- Festival Pass Guest Artist Welcome Party
- Residency debut from Early Music Seattle Emerging Artist in Residence, Patricia García Gil
- EMS at the Gallery events at the Frye Art Museum and Seattle Art Museum
- Workshop with one of today’s leading luthiers!
- FREE Festival events (registration required).
- Seven early music events in just three days — Festival Pass holders enjoy seamless access to everything!
The 2025–26 Beyond Baroque Season is dedicated to the memory of Klaus Peter Zech. His love for knowledge, music, and travel—particularly his fascination with the Silk Road—inspired us and continues to guide the work of Early Music Seattle.
Featured Concerts
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Featured ConcertMaaha Ensemble: Celebration of Nowruz
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Featured ConcertHaitham Haidar: Zaytoun
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Featured ConcertLa Fonte Musica: The Rise of European Music
Full Festival Schedule
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EMS at the GalleryFrye in Focus: Gallery Conversation
Fri, May 1, 2026 @ 1:00 PMThe Frye Art Museum -
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Early Music ExperiencesTimothy Johnson: “If It’s Not Baroque…”
Sat, May 2, 2026 @ 2:00 PMCenter for Chamber Music -
Early Music Seattle Emerging ArtistPatricia García Gil: Past the Drawing Room
Sat, May 2, 2026 @ 4:00 PMCenter for Chamber Music -
Featured ConcertLindsey Strand-Polyak: Sei sola
Sat, May 2, 2026 @ 7:30 PMThe Chapel at Good Shepherd Center -
