Program Type: Concert

Join us for an intimate evening of classic songs and original compositions by singer and songwriter, Erin Bode. Erin will be accompanied by longtime collaborator, Italian guitarist Marco Grillo.

Erin Bode has released nine recordings, toured internationally for over two decades, and recently started a project, (yoursongforalways.com) writing and recording songs for individuals seeking to commemorate their most significant moments in life. Her most recent release is Your Song, Volume 1, which is a collection of very special commissioned songs.

5:30 p.m. | Doors Open

6:00 p.m. | Complimentary artist talk

6:30 p.m. | Break

7:00 p.m. | Concert

Limited in person seating available.

• *20% discount for WCHOF members, students, seniors, and military personnel
• Each ticket includes one free drink
• Watch online at youtube.com/worldchesshof

Join us for a stripped-down set from heartland country and rock singer-songwriter, Matt Jordan. Matt and his Saint Louis-based band will play an intimate set of original songs they don’t usually play on the road, along with a few covers of songs that have influenced Matt in his songwriting journey.

Born, raised, and based in Saint Louis, Matt Jordan is a heartland rock singer-songwriter who has found his home in country music. Drawing comparisons to artists like Bruce Springsteen, John Mellencamp, and Eric Church, Matt has been busy releasing music and building a dedicated following in the Midwest over the last few years.

5:30 p.m. | Doors Open

6:00 p.m. | Complimentary artist talk

6:30 p.m. | Break

7:00 p.m. | Concert

Limited in person seating available.

• *20% discount for WCHOF members, students, seniors, and military personnel
• Each ticket includes one free drink
• Watch online at youtube.com/worldchesshof

Join Winter Opera St. Louis for a special performance of Opera and Broadway favorites. Enjoy the vocal talents of world-class artists and delight in the beauty of the classics in an intimate setting!Winter Opera St. Louis provides Saint Louis with world-class operatic performances during winter, featuring nationally and internationally known artists performing classic operas in their original languages with English subtitles. Winter Opera highlights local performers and strengthens the local artistic community year-round through community outreach programs and workshops, enhancing public appreciation and support of opera in Saint Louis. Visit winteroperastl.org to learn more.

5:30 p.m. | Doors Open

6:00 p.m. | Complimentary artist talk

6:30 p.m. | Break

7:00 p.m. | Concert

Limited in person seating available.

• *20% discount for WCHOF members, students, seniors, and military personnel
• Each ticket includes one free drink
• Watch online at youtube.com/worldchesshof

Prepare for an unforgettable evening as the World Chess Hall of Fame proudly presents the dynamic duo Louis York in a mesmerizing performance as part of the highly anticipated 2024 music series. Step into the world where artistry meets intellect as the acclaimed performers and producers take center stage in a celebration of music and creativity.

Beyond their captivating performances, Louis York has left an indelible mark as accomplished producers, contributing to the success of chart-topping hits across various genres. With Grammy-nominated collaborations and production credits for acclaimed artists, they have shaped the landscape of contemporary music. Their unique ability to infuse each project with a signature blend of innovation and emotion has garnered widespread recognition within the industry.

5:30 p.m. | Doors Open

6:00 p.m. | Complimentary artist talk

6:30 p.m. | Break

7:00 p.m. | Concert

Limited in person seating available.

• *20% discount for WCHOF members, students, seniors, and military personnel
• Each ticket includes one free drink
• Watch online at youtube.com/worldchesshof

The World Chess Hall of Fame is thrilled to present the first collaboration between Music Director Brian Woods and the internationally acclaimed Arianna String Quartet. The program features César Franck’s intensely passionate Piano Quintet in F Minor, a French romanticism masterwork described as possessing “torrid emotional power.” Join us for an unforgettable evening of chamber music!

Music Director Brian Woods is joined by the Arianna String Quartet, which has firmly established itself as one of America’s finest chamber ensembles. Their performances have been described as “radiant from the first moment,” (A.M. News, Léon, Mexico) with “emotional commitment, fluent virtuosity, and poetic vision” (Pretoria News, South Africa). Based in Saint Louis since 2000, the Arianna String Quartet is celebrating 30 years of making music for audiences worldwide. For more information, visit ariannaquartet.com.

5:30 p.m. | Doors Open

6:00 p.m. | Complimentary artist talk

6:30 p.m. | Break

7:00 p.m. | Concert

Limited in person seating available.

• *20% discount for WCHOF members, students, seniors, and military personnel
• Each ticket includes one free drink
• Watch online at youtube.com/worldchesshof

Join us for a remarkable evening of musical diversity by the Meridian Clarinet Quartet. Delve into the timeless charm of Gershwin’s Three Preludes, savor the world premiere of an exciting new composition by the accomplished female composer, Amanda Harberg, and embark on a journey through the passionate rhythms of Piazzolla’s Tango Suite.

Introducing the Meridian Clarinet Quartet – a remarkable group that makes history as the first professional clarinet quartet formed by accomplished musicians from top U.S. orchestras. Sang Yoon Kim, Principal clarinet of The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra and winner of the 67th Prague Spring International Music Competition; Yao Guang Zhai, acclaimed Principal Clarinet of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, appointed by Maestra Marin Alsop; Lin Ma, winner of the 2014 Ima Hogg International Competition and Principal Clarinet of the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington DC; and Tzuying Huang, the only tenured female Asian bass clarinetist in major U.S. orchestras, appointed by Maestro David Robert to the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. Their combined expertise promises an unforgettable debut at the World Chess Hall of Fame Concert Series in December 2024. 

For more information, visit www.meridianclarinetquartet.com

5:30 p.m. | Doors Open

6:00 p.m. | Complimentary artist talk

6:30 p.m. | Break

7:00 p.m. | Concert

Limited in person seating available.

• *20% discount for WCHOF members, students, seniors, and military personnel
• Each ticket includes one free drink
• Watch online at youtube.com/worldchesshof