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2026 Flagler Museum Music Series

Free for Museum Members at the Visionary and Legacy level

$95 per Ticket 

$450 for a Series Ticket (all five concerts)

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Gates open at 6:30 pm for a pre-concert reception, concerts begin at 7:30 pm, and will be followed by a champagne toast with the musicians

Complimentary Valet Parking Included.

The 2026 Flagler Museum Music Series will feature performances by the Isidore String Quartet, Jolente De Maeyer and Nicholaas Kende, Poulenc Trio, Trio Gaia, and guitarist Paul Galbraith. 

Regularly featured on "Performance Today!" and National Public Radio, the Flagler Museum Music Series brings acclaimed musicians to the finest chamber music venue in South Florida. Audience members experience chamber music as it was intended, in a gracious and intimate setting. The Flagler name has long been associated with great music. Henry and Mary Lily Flagler frequently hosted musical performances in Whitehall's Music Room equipped with a 1,249 pipe J.H. & C.S. Odell & Co. organ. Flagler's son, Henry Harkness Flagler, was instrumental in the organization of the New York Symphony Society, serving also as its president. Jean Flagler Matthews, founder of the Flagler Museum and Henry Flagler's granddaughter, restored Whitehall's elaborate Odell organ and brought the New York Philharmonic, conducted by Leonard Bernstein, to South Florida for a Museum benefit concert in 1969. Music Series audience members not only enjoy beautiful chamber music but also enjoy  a reception before each concert.

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Isidore String Quartet

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February 10, 2026
7:30 p.m.

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"A polished sonority and well-balanced, tightly synchronized ensemble with nearly faultless intonation ... it is heartening to know that chamber music is in good hands with such gifted young ensembles as the Isidore Quartet"

— Chicago Classical Review

Winners of a 2023 Avery Fisher Career Grant, and the 14th Banff International String Quartet Competition in 2022, the New York City-based Isidore String Quartet was formed in 2019 with a vision to revisit, rediscover, and reinvigorate the repertory. The quartet is heavily influenced by the Juilliard String Quartet and the idea of ‘approaching the established as if it were brand new, and the new as if it were firmly established.’

The quartet began as an ensemble at the Juilliard School, and has coached with Joel Krosnick, Joseph Lin, Astrid Schween, Laurie Smukler, Joseph Kalichstein, Roger Tapping, Misha Amory, and numerous others.

In North America, the Isidore Quartet has appeared on major series in Boston, New York, Berkeley, Chicago, Ann Arbor, Pittsburgh, Seattle, Durham, Washington DC, Houston, San Francisco, New Orleans, Cincinnati, Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver, and has collaborated with several eminent performers including James Ehnes, Jeremy Denk, and the Juilliard String Quartet. Their 2025/2026 season includes performances in Philadelphia, Cleveland, Calgary, Tulsa, Pasadena, Santa Barbara, New York, Washington’s Library of Congress, plus return engagements in Montreal, Berkeley, Houston, La Jolla, Phoenix, Indianapolis, Baltimore, and Spivey Hall in Georgia. First-time collaborations include clarinetist Anthony McGill, cellist Sterling Elliott, and the Miró Quartet.

In Europe they have performed at Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, and in Bonn (Beethoven Haus), Stuttgart, Cologne, and Dresden, among many others. During 2025 and 2026 they make their debuts in Paris (Philharmonie) and London (Wigmore Hall).

Jolente De Maeyer and Nicholaas Kende

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February 17, 2026
7:30 p.m.

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Praised for their ‘symbiotic playing’, ‘pervasive lyricism’ and their ‘powerful yet poetic playing’, the De Maeyer - Kende duo is being recognized as one of the leading musical duos in Europe. After their successes at international competitions - including the Queen Elizabeth Competition in Belgium, Jolente De Maeyer and Nikolaas Kende began performing as soloists with all major Belgian orchestras. As a duo, concerts throughout Europe followed. De Maeyer/Kende has performed in major halls and festivals such as the Festival of Flanders, Festival de Montpellier, Festival de Menton and the Prague Symphony chamber music series. Following De Maeyer’s ‘Editors Choice’ award by Diapason and the ‘Young Soloist of the Year’ award by Belgian classical Radio Klara, Warner Classics released their duo recording, ‘Kreutzer Sonata’ in 2016.

“No limits to their musical sensibility”
- de Standaard, Belgium

After their successes at international competitions - including the Queen Elizabeth Competition in Belgium, Jolente De Maeyer and Nikolaas Kende began performing as soloists with all major Belgian orchestras. Highlights were the concert tours of Beethoven’s Violin Concerto with the Antwerp Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Philippe Herreweghe, and the Brahms 2nd piano concerto with the Brussels Philharmonic under Ainars Rubikis.

As a duo, concerts throughout Europe followed. De Maeyer/Kende has performed in major halls and festivals such as the Festival of Flanders, Festival de Montpellier, Festival de Menton and the Prague Symphony chamber music series. Their collaboration for over 15 years has elicited enthusisastic reviews by the press, who has remarked on their exceptional synergy and harmony. In the 2017-18 season, the duo made their debut in Florida, Vermont, California, Washington DC, Texas, Ontario, South Africa and China. Highlights of 2018-19 season will include debuts in Illinois, New York State and Nova Scotia and concerts in Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Portugal, the UK and China.

Following De Maeyer’s ‘Editors Choice’ award by Diapason and the ‘Young Soloist of the Year’ award by Belgian classical Radio Klara, Warner Classics released their duo recording, ‘Kreutzer Sonata’ in 2016. The CD won the ‘Gold Label Prize’ for best chamber music album by Klassiek Centraal.

Having had their training at the conservatories of London, Berlin, Brussels and Munich with artists such as Augustin Dumay and Elisso Virsaladze, these artists are now professors at conservatories in Belgium and the Netherlands and have given masterclasses in Belgium, Germany, Italy, Texas, California and China.

Poulenc Trio

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March 3, 2026
7:30 p.m.

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A pioneering oboe, bassoon, and piano ensemble, The Poulenc Trio has garnered international recognition over its 20-year history. With performances in 47 U.S. states and at prestigious music festivals around the world, including the Ravello Festival in Italy, the San Miguel de Allende Festival in Mexico, and the White Nights Festival in Russia, they have firmly established themselves as one of the most active and sought-after touring piano-wind ensembles in the country.

The Trio's performances have earned critical acclaim, with The New York Times praising their "elegant rendition" of Piazzolla's tangos and The Washington Post commending them for doing their namesake proud with an "intriguing and beautifully played program" that exuded "convincing elegance, near effortless lightness, and grace". Their concerts have been featured on American Public Media's Performance Today program, and their recordings are regularly broadcast around the world.

But the Poulenc Trio's impact extends beyond their performances. They have made a significant contribution to the repertoire for the oboe, bassoon, and piano by commissioning and performing over 22 new works, including three triple concertos for the trio and full orchestra, showcasing their commitment to pushing the boundaries of their ensemble's capabilities and expanding the possibilities of chamber music.

The Trio has embarked on innovative concert initiatives, including Music at the Museum, a groundbreaking concept that combines musical performances with museum exhibitions. Collaborating with esteemed institutions like the Walters Art Museum, the Baltimore Museum of Art, and the Hermitage State Museum in Russia, and National Gallery in Washington DC, where they premiered Trains of Thought Animated, a hand animated film commissioned by the Trio to pair with an original score by composer Viet Cuong.

The Trio is equally dedicated to musical and educational outreach programs. Their "Poulenc and Snacks" series offers informal performances and residencies specifically tailored for younger audiences, cultivating a love for music among the next generation. Furthermore, they regularly conduct masterclasses at universities across the United States, sharing their expertise and nurturing the talents of aspiring musicians.

Beyond captivating live performances, the Poulenc Trio's discography showcases their musical prowess and commitment to both classical and contemporary music. Their debut album, "Poulenc Plays Poulenc" (2009), pays homage to the composer who inspired their ensemble's name. Their second album, "Creation" (2016), debuted at an impressive #4 on Apple Music's iTunes Classical Music playlist and was acclaimed by the American Record Guide for their technical mastery and expressive range. Their most recent album, "Trains of Thought", received accolades from MusicWeb International for their highly accomplished playing, which “effortlessly captures occasional touches of sentimentality, infused with humor and wit.”

Trio Gaia

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7:30 p.m.

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Trio Gaia, New England Conservatory's most recent graduate piano trio in residence, formed in 2018 and is dedicated to offering audiences dynamic, personally relevant experiences inside and outside the concert hall. The trio has won 1st prize at the 2022 WDAV Young Chamber Musicians Competition, as well as prizes in the 2022 Premio Trio di Trieste International Music Competition, 2021 Chamber Music Yellow Springs Competition, and the 2019 Plowman National Chamber Music Competition.

Recent seasons have included appearances on stages nationally and internationally, including recitals for the Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts, Davidson College Concert Series, and Core Memory Music, as well as performances in Osaka, Japan as part of the Osaka International Chamber Music Competition. The trio has also been presented in recitals in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Rhode Island, Virginia, Michigan, and Panama City, Panama, with summer appearances at the Chamber Music Workshop of the Perlman Music Program and Yale University’s Norfolk Chamber Music Festival. In the 23/24 season, Trio Gaia debuts at the Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota, the Harvard Musical Association, the Shouse Institute of the Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival, and has been awarded a Creative Residency at the Perlman Music Program to bring new life to its integrative programming of works beyond the classical piano trio canon. In 2020, during the onset of the pandemic, Trio Gaia gave virtual performances for Music for Food, Massachusetts Peace Action, NEC's Black Student Union, and Opus Illuminate, a series dedicated to music by composers underrepresented in classical music. In their programming, the trio is equally passionate about reviving standard works and championing new works, while also experimenting with original arrangements and compositions. 

Dedicated to sharing classical music in the community, Trio Gaia is sought-after for its educational programming for students, seniors, and everyone in between. The trio has crafted weeklong residencies for both the Panama Jazz Festival and the Virginia Arts Festival in support of its mission to invite students into the experience of creating chamber music. Previously, Trio Gaia served as Community Performance & Partnership fellows at NEC, and most recently they were invited to perform and teach at PRIZM International Music Festival in Tennessee. 

Guitarist Paul Galbraith

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March 24, 2026
7:30 p.m.

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“Paul Galbraith has something near genius.” – Classical Music

Paul Galbraith is internationally renowned as one of the foremost guitarists of our time. His revolutionary approach to guitar playing has made him an instantly recognizable figure in classical music, but it is ultimately his interpretative breadth which has captivated audiences the world over.

Paul plays a unique 8-string guitar, which he developed in 1993 together with renowned luthier, David Rubio. As a convenient means of differentiating it from the traditional 8-string guitar, Rubio called it the ʻBrahms Guitarʼ, reflecting Rubio's enthusiasm for the way this guitar, with its rich sound and wide range, performed in the music of Brahms, through Paul's transcription and rendition of the Op21a Variations.

On this instrument, Paul has recorded a series of highly acclaimed albums, most famously Bach's complete Solo-violin Sonatas & Partitas, which was nominated for a Grammy Award in 1998.

An individual approach to guitar posture was developed early on when, at age 20, following a period of intense investigation into technique, Paul discovered a playing position which allowed equal freedom of movement for both arms. Within three years, this developed into the cellist's posture he is associated with today.

Paul began concertizing in his late teens, having come to public attention in Great Britain through a series of televised competition successes. Since then, Paul has performed throughout the European Union, as well as in China, South America, Russia, Norway, Australia, Canada and India. From the early nineties onwards, he has toured regularly throughout the USA.

Paul has appeared with several of the major orchestras and ensembles in Britain and Europe, such as: the BBC Orchestras, the Royal Philharmonic, the St. Petersburg Quartet, the English Chamber Orchestra, the Halle, the Scottish Chamber Orchestra, the European Chamber Orchestra, the Moscow Chamber Orchestra, and the Shanghai Quartet. Most recently he has formed a duo with legendary Brazilian cellist, Antonio Meneses.