Network for New Music

Cool thing alert!

This weekend, Artistic Director Thomas Schuttenhelm and clarinetist Alexander Kollias present an informal concert responding to the paintings of artist Mariel Capanna. It features compositions by Schuttenhelm and composer Robert Capanna (1952–2018, father of the artist), including the world premiere of the late composer’s Three Concert Etudes for clarinet. While you listen, explore the artworks on view in Mariel Capanna / MATRIX 198.

Network audiences know and love Robert Capanna's music, as he was a colleague of our co-founder Linda Reichert. Network is honored to have premiered a bounty of his music, and we are equally honored to have Thomas represent the organization in this celebration of Mariel's work! Check it out if you're near Hartford, CT this weekend!

MUSIC IN THE GALLERIES: Thomas Schuttenhelm and Alexander Kollias
July 11, 2026 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
The Wadsworth
Hartford, CT
Free as part of Second Saturdays

Network sends a hearty congratulations to Board member .jay for receiving the Ovation Award from !

This award recognizes excellence in music educators. We are so fortunate to work with Dr. Fluellen as we continue to develop a relationship with the outstanding program at - this recognition is well-deserved!

📸 Ashley Smith |

With the end of the season comes a changing of the guard!

Network sends its deepest thanks to Najib Wong for his steadfast leadership as Board Chair! We are grateful that Najib will continue to serve on our Executive Committee as Vice Chair next season.

Networks says farewell and an enormous thank you to longtime Board members Ingrid Arauco and Anne Silvers Lee! These two incredible women have brought so much to the organization!

Ingrid has premiered numerous compositions with Network over the years and has contributed so much wisdom and thoughtfulness to the organization.

Always willing to step up, Anne helped lead us through the new strategic plan, bringing unmatched enthusiasm for Network's mission!

We will miss having Ingrid and Anne on our Board, but look forward to catching up at future concerts!