Joshua Bell and The Academy of St Martin in the Fields

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Joshua Bell, Music Director & Violin

Part of Hancher's 53rd season

Experience the beauty brought forth by some of the finest musicians to be found anywhere.

Undeniably among the most celebrated violinists of his era, Joshua Bell is also music director of the chamber ensemble The Academy of St Martin in the Fields. A musical powerhouse, the orchestra has gained worldwide acclaim for its joyful and inspiring performances as well as for a commitment to the musical freedom and expressiveness of its players. Bell and the orchestra will perform music by Camille Saint-Saëns, Antonin Dvořák, and Charles Ives.

“The English chamber orchestra Academy of St Martin in the Fields, with leader and solo violinist Joshua Bell, played works by Mozart and Beethoven with a kind of quiet excellence that made these familiar works a joy to hear again.”– San Francisco Classical Voice

PROGRAM:
Charles IVES: Variations on “America”
Camille SAINT-SAËNS: Violin Concerto No. 3
Antonín DVOŘÁK: Symphony No. 8

Academy of St. Martin in the Fields website
Joshua Bell website

TICKETS
Adults $75 / $55
Students & Youth $10

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 7:30pm
Hancher Auditorium
Hadley Stage / Auditorium Seating
141 Park Road, Iowa City, IA 52242
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Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Paris Young in advance at 319-467-4849 or paris-sissel@uiowa.edu.