A sound like no other! Calefax is a pioneering wind group from Amsterdam, whose ability on their instruments ranks with the world’s best, have blazed a unique path; not only have they invented their own ensemble (oboe, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon, bass clarinet) but they have created their own wide-ranging repertoire. calefax.nl/en

Gold Medalist of the Tchaikovsky Violin Competition, this “radiant talent” (NY Times) has a sweet, intense tone, expressive phrasing and jawdropping technique. Born in Japan, she made her concerto debut at age ten with conductor Charles Dutoit. Since then, she has appeared with such conductors as Mstislav Rostropovich and Zubin Mehta. mayuko-kamio.com

This vibrant Van Cliburn Gold Medalist tours regularly throughout Russia, Europe, the United States and Asia. She gives both solo recitals and alongside Renée Fleming and Kathleen Battle, performing in Carnegie Hall, 92nd Street Y, Lincoln Center, the Moscow Conservatory, Salzburger Festspielhaus, La Scala, Tonhalle in Zurich, and the Châtelet in Paris. olgakern.com

This brilliant young French group, known for its laser-focused sound and thrilling interpretations, was awarded the Gold Medal at the prestigious ARD Competition and their Mendelssohn CD has garnered much praise. You will have the unique experience of a private rendezvous with the Arod in the gorgeous City of Light. quatuorarod.com

This icon has worked with conductors from Leonard Bernstein and Lorin Maazel to Valery Gergiev and Gustavo Dudamel. Partners include Martha Argerich, Radu Lupu, Nelson Freire, Evgeny Kissin, Lang Lang, Gidon Kremer, Vadim Repin, and Joshua Bell. For us, he will be joined by his daughter Lily playing piano, and his son Sascha playing violin. deutschegrammophon.com/us/artist/maisky/biography