Monthly Archives: September 2017

September 02 2017

Bargemusic: The Best Kept Secret of New York’s Classical Music Scene

As one of the cultural capitals of the world, New York City is home to many internationally renowned performance ensembles, including the New York Philharmonic, the New York City Ballet, and the Metropolitan Opera Company. Less familiar to most visitors is Bargemusic, an intimate chamber music series and venue unlike any you’ve ever experienced. Established in 1977 by violinist Olga Bloom, Bargemusic resides in 118-year-old former coffee barge that Bloom refurbished to accommodate up to 140 music lovers. The elevated … Read More