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We are Monarch Chamber Players — a vibrant group of Houston-based professional musicians bringing classical music beyond the concert hall and into the heart of our communities.
Our concerts are free and open to the public. Come as you are - everyone is welcome.
News Features
Voyage Houston
“Our informal approach and free-to-attend concerts have attracted many audience members who are new to classical music. Our outdoor concerts are a special place because it’s a chance to connect with your neighbors, and bring your kids and dogs to the event…It’s more of a block party vibe than a formal concert! And on the other hand, Monarch brings the same exact high-quality musical program to a neighborhood front lawn show, a dentist’s parking lot, a formal indoor concert series, and a retirement home on the same weekend…
Arts and Culture Texas
“Fourteen core musicians make up the beating heart of Monarch. ‘All of our musicians are accomplished professionals,’ says Asthana. ‘We love being able to put together really fun, creative, fulfilling programs and connect with the audience.’ Whatever the program and setting of the concert, Monarch performances are always top-notch. ‘That high quality combined with our accessibility is such a big part of what makes us stand out,’ says Asthana. ‘Audiences can hear this really exceptional music-making and then feel comfortable talking to us and asking us questions afterwards.’”
Houston Chronicle
“A beloved holiday classic is making its way around the city this month, as Houston’s Monarch Chamber Players presents its second annual “Neighborhood Nutcracker” series. From one community to the next, the ensemble’s core wind quintet… will evoke the spirit of the season with a pared-down version of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score. Their live performances, which are free and open to the public, will accompany the 1993 film of George Balanchine’s production featuring the New York City Ballet that will be projected onto a nearby screen…”
What our audiences are saying…
“The musicians are polished, adaptive, and delightfully personable. I’ve worked with musicians nationwide and rarely seen a program make it so easy to connect with classical musicians and their art. ”
“We have hosted this wonderful ensemble three times in the last two years, and have enjoyed every minute! The concerts gave us an opportunity to catch up with some neighbors and meet others for the first time.”
“The Monarch Chamber Players have performed twice at The Raven Grill and both times our customers were absolutely delighted. The enthusiasm, positive spirit and remarkable artistic skill of all of the performers make any of the MCP productions a stress-free voyage of classical excellence.”
“Hosting the Monarch Chamber Players has been such a great community building experience for our neighborhood and has allowed us to meet new neighbors and friends. People look forward to the concerts and to the chance to get together. ”
