Artist Series

Welcome to the Wheaton College Artist Series

For over 75 years, the Wheaton College Artist Series has brought the world’s finest music and dance to DuPage County—featuring acclaimed artists from the classical, jazz, and folk traditions.

This season continues this rich legacy with an incredible lineup of unforgettable performances. Make plans to join us this season and experience great music, at great value, close to home!

Each concert takes place in the stunning Armerding Center for Music & The Arts, Concert Hall—a beautiful, 650-seat venue celebrated for its superb acoustics and welcoming atmosphere. It’s the perfect setting to experience world-renowned performers at their best.

Tickets will be available at tickets.wheaton.edu. For the best value and priority seating, consider a season subscription package, available at the start of the season. Individual tickets will also be available for those who prefer the flexibility of attending select performances. We welcome you to explore the option that works best for you.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Wheaton College Artist Series.

See you at the concerts!

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2026 | 2027 SEASON

Armerding Center for Music & The Arts, Concert Hall | 7:30 p.m.

Karen Slack, Soprano

Friday, September 18, 2026

After her memorable performance in Shawn E. Okpebholo's Songs in Flight, soprano Karen Slack returns to the Armerding Concert Hall bringing extraordinary power, warmth, and dramatic presence. A recipient of the Sphinx Medal of Excellence and a GRAMMY® Award winner for Best Classical Solo Vocal Album, Slack is celebrated for her bold artistry, visionary storytelling, and performances on many of the world’s most prestigious stages. The Wheaton College Artist Series is thrilled to welcome Karen Slack back to the Artist Series for an unforgettable evening!

SoloDuo

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Acclaimed as “one of the best ensembles ever heard,” guitarists Matteo Mela and Lorenzo Micheli have captivated audiences around the globe, performing on renowned stages from Carnegie Hall to Vienna’s Konzerthaus. Praised by The Washington Post for their “rapturous, profound, and unforgettable musicianship,” the duo is celebrated for its dazzling virtuosity and expressive range, spanning repertoire from early Italian music to modern masterworks. Wheaton College is excited to welcome SoloDuo to Armerding Concert Hall for their Artist Series debut, offering a rare opportunity to experience one of the world's finest guitar ensembles live.

Carter Johnson, Piano

Saturday, January 30, 2027

Canadian pianist Carter Johnson has emerged as one of today’s most compelling young artists, earning international recognition as a finalist in the 2025 Van Cliburn International Competition, the first Canadian to do so, and as Silver Laureate of the 2025 Honens International Piano Competition. He has appeared with major orchestras including the Montréal Symphony Orchestra, Utah Symphony, RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra, and Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, performing in leading venues across North America, Europe, and Asia. Join us for an evening filled with expressive depth, eloquent storytelling, and “drop‑dead gorgeous” playing (Gramophone)!

Trio con Brio Copenhagen

Friday, February 12, 2027

Trio con Brio Copenhagen stands among the world’s finest piano trios, captivating audiences with radiant intensity and extraordinary musical unity. Winners of the prestigious ARD International Music Competition and recipients of Denmark’s Carl Nielsen and Anne Marie Carl‑Nielsen Award, the ensemble performs regularly at major venues including Carnegie Hall, Wigmore Hall, and the Concertgebouw. Their acclaimed recordings, praised by Gramophone and BBC Music Magazine, and honored with the German Record Critics’ Award, reflect a rare combination of depth, brilliance, and emotional power. This evening will be a do-not-miss experience!

Lyyra

Saturday, April 3, 2027

Part of The VOCES8 Foundation, Lyyra is a dazzling all‑women vocal ensemble that brings the same world‑class artistry, precision, and expressive depth audiences know and love from VOCES8. Praised by BBC Radio 3 for their “exceptional versatility and skill,” Lyyra performs a wide‑ranging repertoire, from classical and contemporary choral music to jazz, pop, and folk, united by a radiant sound that blends velvety warmth with brilliant clarity. Come enjoy and experience a bold, breathtaking reimagining of upper‑voice ensemble singing that promises an evening of incredible artistry.

Featuring a collaboration with the Wheaton College Women's Chorale.

Wheaton College Artist Series