Horizon Series

The Horizon Series: Where exceptional artistry meets radical accessibility, creating musical experiences that inspire, include, and transform.

The Horizon Series stands at the forefront of contemporary chamber music, dedicated to breaking boundaries and expanding horizons in classical performance. This innovative ensemble has carved out a unique niche by championing the voices that have historically been marginalized in the classical music world, creating intimate and accessible musical experiences that resonate with today's diverse audiences. in 2023, the organization staged the first ever summer chamber music festival that Erie, PA. had ever seen! We are busy planning and preparing to make our 2026 season even better!

Founded with a revolutionary spirit, the Horizon Series challenges traditional concert formats while maintaining the highest artistic standards. The organization has built a reputation for discovering and presenting exceptional repertoire that spans cultures, generations, and musical traditions, always with an eye toward inclusivity and artistic excellence.

Mission: To reimagine chamber music for the 21st century by spotlighting underrepresented composers and making exceptional live classical performances free and accessible to all communities.

Vision: To create a more inclusive classical music landscape where LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and female composers receive the recognition and platform they deserve, while fostering deep connections between audiences and the transformative power of chamber music.

The Horizon Series believes that great music should be barrier-free. By offering performances without admission fees, they ensure that economic circumstances never prevent anyone from experiencing the joy and inspiration of live chamber music. This commitment to accessibility extends beyond ticket prices to encompass programming choices that reflect the full spectrum of human experience and creativity.

Inclusivity: Elevating voices that have been historically underrepresented in classical music

Accessibility: Removing financial barriers to world-class musical experiences

Innovation: Presenting familiar and unfamiliar works in fresh, engaging contexts

Community: Building connections between performers and audiences through intimate, welcoming environments

Excellence: Maintaining the highest artistic standards while expanding the definition of classical repertoire

2026 Summer Festival: "Tides and Harmonies"

The 2026 summer festival promises to be the Horizon Series' most ambitious undertaking yet, bringing together exceptional musicians and groundbreaking repertoire in an immersive celebration of musical discovery. Building on the organization's commitment to showcasing diverse voices, this festival will feature works by composers whose stories and sounds deserve to be heard by wider audiences.

Your Support Makes the Difference

Every donation to the Horizon Series directly supports their mission to keep performances free and accessible while continuing to champion underrepresented composers. Your contribution helps ensure that:

Exceptional chamber music remains available to all, regardless of economic circumstances

Lesser-known musical gems receive the professional performances they deserve

Local communities have access to world-class artistic experiences

The next generation of music lovers discovers the transformative power of live classical music

When you support the Horizon Series through Erie Gives, you're not just funding concerts—you're investing in a more inclusive, accessible, and vibrant cultural landscape that benefits everyone in our community.