Queens New Music Festival 2026

Presented by Random Access Music (RAM)

www.ram-nyc.org/queensnewmusicfestival2026

The Queens New Music Festival returns – 4 days:8 concerts (April 30 – May 3) with an exciting

lineup celebrating today’s boldest voices in contemporary composition and performance. Presented by Random Access Music (RAM), the festival brings together adventurous artists from across New York City and beyond for a weekend of groundbreaking concerts, cross-genre collaborations, and unexpected sonic discoveries.

From intimate chamber premieres to immersive multimedia performances, this year’s festival showcases the creative vitality that defines Queens as one of the world’s most diverse artistic communities. Hear world premieres by emerging and established composers, works by RAM’s resident composers, and guest performances by leading new-music ensembles and soloists pushing the boundaries of sound.

Festival Highlights:

Eight concerts over four days featuring cutting-edge contemporary music across diverse styles
World premieres and New York debuts by acclaimed composers
Performances by RAM’s resident ensemble and invited guest artists
Collaborations spanning classical, electronic, experimental, and world traditions
Opportunities to meet the artists and explore the creative process

The Queens New Music Festival offers audiences a rare chance to connect directly with the composers and performers shaping the sound of our time—right here in Queens. Whether you’re a longtime contemporary music enthusiast or new to the scene, this year’s festival promises an inspiring, boundary- expanding musical experience.

Festival Pass (access to all shows) $60

Single Show Ticket $20

Single Student Ticket $10

Concert schedule:

April 30 at 7:30pm

RAM Composers ~ RAM Players

May 1 at 7:30pm

Fifteen Minutes of Fame

May 2 at 3pm

KOE (Eva Ding, flute & Emma Kato, cello)

May 2 at 7:30pm

Aaron Copland School of Music

Queens College Percussion Ensemble

May 3 at 3pm

Luminae Trio

May 3 at 7:30pm

RAM Composers/Players and Guest Composers

Dates and Location:

April 30 – May 3, 2026

Location: CULTURE LAB LIC

5-25 46th Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101

Follow us for updates, artist announcements, and ticket information:

www.ram-nyc.org/queensnewmusicfestival2026

Contact:

ram.nyc.info@gmail.com

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