Michael Acker live in New York

Experience Michael Acker live on August 14th

Michael Acker will present a concert at the Dimenna Center for Classical Music: Mary Flagler Cary Hall in New York City on August 14, 2026. Acker is a composer known for works often described as neo-romantic, blending traditional harmonic language with contemporary textures and influences from jazz and American vernacular music. His compositions frequently feature extended techniques for both instrumentalists and vocalists, exploring nuanced emotional landscapes. He has received commissions from numerous ensembles and performers across the United States.

The Dimenna Center for Classical Music, housed within Mary Flagler Cary Hall, is located in New York City’s Upper West Side. Originally built as the Horace Mann School for Boys in 1928, the building was renovated and reopened as a dedicated classical music facility in 2014. The Cary Hall is specifically designed to support acoustic performance; its primary hall is known for its excellent acoustics and intimate setting seating approximately 350 people. It serves as a rehearsal and performance space for various orchestras, chamber ensembles, and soloists, prioritizing accessibility for emerging artists alongside established performers. The center operates as a resource for the classical music community offering recording facilities alongside performance spaces.