Collage Concert Tickets

Collage Concert is part of the Collage New Music (CNM) family, a Boston-area new-music project founded in 1968 by Frank Epstein, a percussionist with the Boston Symphony Orchestra. CNM remains a leading ensemble dedicated to presenting challenging, imaginative contemporary works. Collage Concert has contributed to CNM’s legacy with a focused performance approach that highlights precision, color, and collaborative creativity. This page provides a concise biography, highlights from their discography, and a look at their upcoming 2025–26 tour stops.

Based in the Boston area, CNM maintains a strong presence in local venues and universities, bringing modern composers to life for discerning audiences. They engage with composers, performers, and listeners to expand the language of contemporary classical music while offering reliable, accessible programming for longtime fans and newcomers alike.

CNM’s performance history includes a Grammy nomination for Harbison: Mottetti di Montale (Best Small Ensemble Performance, 2006), underscoring the ensemble’s commitment to high-caliber, expressive music-making. The Collage Concert discography, led by Albany Records, showcases the ensemble’s willingness to explore new works and re-interpret established pieces. The 2025–26 schedule features four standalone events—each an opportunity to experience the ensemble’s signature blend of technical precision and musical storytelling. Follow Collage Concert on social media for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and performance news on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram.