In an ongoing partnership with Saint Mary's School in downtown Raleigh, CMR presents a quartet program by the Astralis Chamber Ensemble in the school's historic 1839 Victorian-era Smedes Hall.   

     Enjoy the Astralis Chamber Ensemble in the Smedes Parlor Series at Saint Mary’s School—set inside Smedes Hall (1839), a treasured Greek Revival landmark. The parlor has hosted live music since 1839, offering an intimate setting where history and artistry meet. Experience close-up acoustics and timeless ambiance in one of Raleigh’s oldest concert rooms.

Seating in this venue is general admission and limited to 100 people. There will be a reception during intermission.

    In an ongoing partnership with Saint Mary's School in downtown Raleigh, CMR presents a quartet program by the Astralis Chamber Ensemble in the school's historic 1839 Victorian-era Smedes Hall.   

      The Astralis Chamber Ensemble is an innovative and dynamic ensemble performing with much acclaim across the country. These award-winning musicians represent decades of experience performing at many of the world’s major venues and notable concert series.  

"ROMANZA" 
​Frank Bridge (1879–1941)
Phantasy Piano Quartet in F-sharp minor, H. 94 (1907)

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827)
Piano Quartet in C major, WoO 36, No. 3 (c. 1785)

Robert Schumann (1810–1856)
Piano Quartet in E-flat major, Op. 47 (1842)

Smedes Parlor
2022 Concert

Angela Massey, flute
Joseph Sherik, viola
Laura Usiskin, cello 
Caroline Owen, piano

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Sunday, February 22, 2026
3:00 p.m.
Historic Smedes Parlor - Saint Mary's School
900 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603