This year marks the 50th anniversary of the initial renovation of the John Mark Verdier House in 1976 and the opening of the house as an Historic House Museum. Saved from demolition by thoughtful citizens in 1944, this action launched the modern preservation movement in Beaufort and the creation of the Historic Beaufort Foundation in 1965.
In celebration of this anniversary, we have planned three special music events reminiscent of the Music Salons held by Elizabeth Grayson Verdier in the home during the early 1800s.
Historic Beaufort Foundation is delighted to partner once again with Piccolo Spoleto to bring world-class musicians to Beaufort. Two of our Salon performances this year are sponsored by Piccolo Spoleto – Wind in the Woods (May 30) and Avanti Guitar Trio (June 6). As such the link to purchase tickets for these two performances at the Verdier House is through Piccolo Spoleto/Charleston. By the time of this posting, they may not yet have activated their links. If they are not yet activated, please keep checking our site so you don’t miss out on these great performances.
The April 26th performance is not through Piccolo Spoleto so that link is active and available for ticket purchase now.
SOL Y SOMBRA – before Flamenco: An early music retrospective
Performed by Ensemble Brio
We are delighted to welcome Steve Rosenberg and Ensemble Brio performing a lively repertoire of Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque eras, as well as Sephardic songs and dances from early Spain. Rosenberg, performing dazzling recorder solos is joined by amazing countertenor, Jose Lemos, viola player Mary Anne Ballard, percussionist, Danny Mallon, and harpsichordist, Julia Harlow.
Ensemble Brio was formed in Charleston in 2002 and has performed nationally and internationally, recording two acclaimed CD’s for Dorian-Sonus Luminos.
Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026
Time: 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Tickets:
$30
Location: 2nd floor Ballroom, John Mark Verdier House, 801 Bay Street.
Note: Access to Ballroom is by 3 sets of stairs.
WIND THE WOOD VIRTUOSO
Please note that Baroque Cellist Wade Stewart Davis has unfortunately had to cancel his performance on May 30th, however we are delighted to welcome Wind in the Wood, virtuoso recorder music from Venice to Colonial Beaufort.
Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
Time: 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Tickets:
$30
Location: 2nd floor Ballroom, John Mark Verdier House, 801 Bay Street.
Note: Access to Ballroom is by 3 sets of stairs.
Vivaldi Guitar Concerto & Beyond
Performed by Avanti Guitar Trio
A Piccolo Spoleto event.
We are excited to welcome the Avanti Guitar Trio performing a delightful array of pieces from Bach to Vivaldi to the Beatles. The Avanti Guitar Trio is an exciting chamber ensemble whose performances are approachable and welcoming. Guitarists Amy Brucksch, Julie Goldberg and Christopher Teves blend pristine technique and nuanced musical interpretations, earning critical acclaim.
Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
Time: 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Tickets:
$30
Location: 2nd floor Ballroom, John Mark Verdier House, 801 Bay Street.
Note: Access to Ballroom is by 3 sets of stairs.