The blossoming of the salon in 19th Century Europe is a great example of creating social circles in support of art in general and various composers and musicians in particular. Art, poetry and music lovers would host social gatherings in their home, salons, and invite a mix of arts supporters and artists. The Schubertiade grew out of this tradition

This social-artistic phenomenon also paralleled the evolution of the piano as it gradually became a more reliable and responsive instrument, capable of ever-increasing shades of expression. The piano often served as the centerpiece for salon gatherings, given its versatility and increasing popularity.

Solmaaz Adeli, mezzo-soprano
Igor Shakhman, clarinet
Alon Goldstein, piano