Meyhouse Classical: Two time Grammy Winner Mads Tolling and Ian Scarfe
Schedule
Sun, 24 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
640 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA, United States, California 94301 | Palo Alto, CA
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About the eventJoin us for an evening of chamber music that travels across continents and styles as Classical Sundays continues at Meyhouse Jazz with an intimate performance by two-time GRAMMY Award–winning violinist Mads Tolling, joined by pianist Ian Scarfe.
This special program, From Grieg to Gershwin, traces a graceful arc from the lyricism and folk-inflected romanticism of Edvard Grieg to the rhythmic vitality and elegance of George Gershwin. Along the way, the music reveals surprising connections between European classical traditions and the emerging American voice—brought vividly to life by two master musicians in close musical dialogue.
Mads Tolling is internationally celebrated for his expressive tone, stylistic versatility, and communicative presence. A former longtime member of Turtle Island Quartet, Tolling has earned two GRAMMY Awards and built a career that bridges classical music, jazz, and contemporary composition with exceptional artistry and warmth.
At the piano, Ian Scarfe brings a refined, sensitive touch and deep collaborative experience. Known for his clarity, balance, and musical intuition, Scarfe provides an ideal partner for this repertoire—shaping an evening that is both lyrical and emotionally engaging.
Evening Format
Doors open at 5:00 PM, and guests are warmly invited to enjoy dinner before the performance.
Our full menu is offered à la carte during this time. Food and beverages are not included in the ticket price and will be offered separately from our regular Meyhouse à la carte menu before the performance begins.
To fully enjoy your dinner experience with the Meyhouse menu, timely arrival is highly recommended especially for parties of four or more, as a relaxed dining experience typically requires up to two hours. Dinner service concludes promptly at 7:00 PM.
At 7:00 PM, the room transitions into a focused, acoustically attentive concert setting. The performance lasts approximately 90 minutes, presented in two parts with an intermission.
To preserve the integrity and intimacy of the music, no food or beverage service will take place during the concert.
About Classical Sundays
Classical Sundays is an intimate chamber music series dedicated to works rooted in the Western tonal tradition—music shaped by melodic clarity, harmonic direction, and expressive depth.
Presented in a warm and acoustically refined setting, the series invites listeners into a space of close attention and shared musical experience—where every phrase can be heard, felt, and understood.
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