Tenor Matthew Polenzani, Phila Chamber Music Society (PCMS)

American tenor Matthew Polenzani delivered an unforgettable recital during his spring 2024 PCMS appearance, captivating audiences and prompting enthusiastic requests for his return. For his highly anticipated encore, Polenzani will be joined by pianist Ken Noda in a performance culminating with Schubert’s Schwanengesang (“Swan Song”). Composed in the final months of Schubert’s life, this haunting collection of 14 songs, widely regarded as one of his most profound creations, explores themes of longing and loss, with the presence of a distant beloved lingering throughout.

Beethoven: An die ferne Geliebte, Op. 98
Schubert: Schwanengesang, D. 957
The second half of the program features early Italian songs by Donizetti, Rossini, Verdi, and Tosti.

Bonus! Come early for the pre-concert talk in Comcast Circle at 6:30 pm, led by Michael J. Bolton.

Meet FitC host Amy Goldman between 7:10 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. in the lobby to receive your ticket.  She’ll be seated on a bench directly across from the main entrance with a FitC sign.  

Event Limit:  15

Event Cost: $ FitC Members - $21 ($20 +$1.00 FitC processing fee).

After 48 hours, open to non-FitC members for $26 ($25 +$1.00 FitC Processing fee).

Deadline for registration, cancellation with refund (less $2 FitC Refund fee), and receipt of your check (if you are not paying online): December 9th, 2025.

Mark your calendars! Sales of additional PCMS concerts for FitC will open a month or so in advance:  March 19, 2026; April 10, 2026 and May 20, 2026. Learn more at pcmsconcerts.org