American Romanian Festival Inc.

05/23/2026

Amazing Ukrainian pianist Tetiana Shafran warming up for her performance today at 2:00 PM at the Polish Institute of Culture & Research.

📍 3535 Commerce Rd.
Orchard Lake, Michigan 48324

Hosted by the Polish Institute of Culture & Research and the American Romanian Festival.

Join us for an inspiring afternoon of extraordinary music!

05/09/2026

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of piano music with award-winning pianist Tetiana Shafran, winner of the 2019 Olga Kern International Piano Competition. Reception to follow.

Saturday, May 23, 2026, 2:00 pm, Campus Galeria, Orchard Lake Schools

Presented by the American Romanian Festival and the Polish Institute of Culture & Research, this inspiring recital features a rich program of masterworks by Beethoven, Lysenko, Busoni, Enescu, and Chopin. Highlights include Beethoven’s “Moonlight” Sonata and Chopin’s powerful Sonata No. 3.

Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/tetiana-shafran-pianist-sat-may-23-2026-at-200pm

04/29/2026

Brahms and Dvořák shared a deep mutual respect and admiration, and their music reflects that connection in such a powerful way.

I am excited to be performing on May 7 at 7:30 p.m. at Kerrytown Concert House, featuring Brahms’s Piano Quartet No. 1 and Dvořák’s Piano Quartet No. 2 with the Casa Quartet. It is a special joy to collaborate with friends and outstanding musicians Mike Chen and David LeDoux from the Detroit Symphony, and Kazimierz Brzozowski, Professor of Piano at Wayne State.

Details and tickets: https://kerrytownconcerthouse.com/event/casa-piano-quartet-melodies-of-friendship-the-harmonious-ties-of-brahms-and-dvorak/

03/18/2026

Beethoven’s Violin and Piano Sonata No. 5 evokes spring through its blossoming melodies, while Brahms’s Sonata No. 2 for violin and piano is one of his most intimate works. Franck’s passionate violin sonata was written as a gift to Eugène Ysaÿe.

I am very excited to have been invited by Steinway artist Tomoko Mack to celebrate spring with her in an intimate concert at Steinway Gallery Detroit on March 28 at 2 pm, where we will perform these works. Please join us!

More information: https://www.steinwaydetroit.com/news

11/13/2025

🎶 An Evening with Ars Carpatica 🇷🇴
A night of Romanian chamber music, fine wine, and culture.

📅 Dec 5, 2025 | 7 PM
📍 Metropolitan Museum of Design Detroit

Featuring musicians from the Detroit & Toledo Symphony Orchestras.

🎻 Porumbescu, Marinescu, Grigoriu, Pop

✨ Presented by ARCS Detroit & ARF
🎟️ Get your tickets now! https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/C3RHHWUZ9PKZG

10/22/2025

Telling stories chosen by composers is like finding messages in a bottle — each one carrying a world of emotion, memory, and meaning.
This Sunday, October 16 at 7:30 PM, join us at Kerrytown Concert House for a special evening of musical storytelling:
✨ Smetana — his deeply autobiographical First String Quartet
✨ Grigoriu — a tale of place and legend "On the River Arges"
✨ Pop — celebrating the rich cultural mix of Romania through music. And he will be there in person to tell you more about the piece.
Come discover the stories behind the notes.
🎟️ Info & tickets: https://kerrytownconcerthouse.com/.../ars-carpatica-from.../

Join the American Romanian Festival for an intimate chamber music evening featuring Detroit Symphony Orchestra musicians. From Afar: Quartets by Grigoriu, Smetana, and More offers a unique blend of tradition and innovation, including Ionica Pop’s new commission Impresii din România, Theodor Grigo...

10/09/2025

🎶 From Afar: Romanian Musical Colors 🇷🇴✨
Chamber Music Concert
Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 2:00 PM
Steinway Piano Gallery Detroit, 2700 E. West Maple Road, Commerce Charter Township, MI 48390

🎟️ BUY TICKETS → https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/VF9PHRWZLK5T2

Join the American Romanian Festival for an unforgettable afternoon of chamber music that bridges continents and centuries. Experience the vibrant spirit of Romania through a program where tradition meets innovation — performed by acclaimed musicians from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra.
🌟 Featuring visiting Romanian composer Ionica Pop, whose evocative new work Impresii din România was commissioned especially for this festival. The program also includes:
🎻 Theodor Grigoriu – On the River Argeș – a poetic journey inspired by folk melodies
🎶 Ciprian Porumbescu – Ballad – newly arranged for string quartet
💃 Ion Dumitrescu – String Quartet in C Major No. 1 – full of rhythm, joy, and folk dance energy
Come be transported “from afar” through music that celebrates the colors, rhythms, and heart of Romania — right here in Detroit.

07/14/2025

With Heavy Hearts – Remembering Rob Conway
We at the American Romanian Festival are deeply saddened by the passing of our dear friend and colleague, Rob Conway.
Rob was an exceptional musician and a valued part of our festival family. Over the years, he joined us often—sharing his incredible talent, kindness, and love of music with our audiences and fellow performers. We are grateful for the time we had with him, and his memory will always be part of our community.

Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who had the joy of knowing him. He will be greatly missed.

03/05/2025

Join Us for a Night of Musical Journeys! 🎻✈️ March, 20, 7:00 pm @ Wasserman Projects in Detroit.
The American Romanian Festival proudly celebrates its 20th-anniversary season with an evening of music that transcends borders and fuels the spirit of travel. 🌍
🎶 Ionica Pop’s Impresii din România – A vibrant new commission capturing the joy of celebration and the universal need for connection.
🎭 Ovidiu Marinescu’s The Seven Dreams of Frida Kahlo – A mesmerizing journey through Frida’s dreams, from Mayan rituals to mariachi, bebop jazz, and beyond.
🚆 Steve Reich’s Different Trains – A poignant reflection on childhood travel and the haunting "what ifs" of history. Info & Tickets: americanromanianfestival.org https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxStvRufv7wax-ZG5jpwsIqh2PwlAZ4kz6?si=o7YytGItxYfbvH96

02/08/2025

Romanian Echoes! Join us for a night of unique music featuring Enescu's Piano Quartet Nr. 1 with its late Romantic expressiveness and forward-looking harmonic language, beautiful songs by Felicia Donceanu and Martin's commissioned piece for Cimbalom and String Quartet. More info: https://americanromanianfestival.org/