Performance archive
2025 World Premiere of Edward Smaldone’s Piano Trio
This marks the first presentation of Smaldone's 'While the sand still runs' by the Alegria ensemble, which explores themes of life's journey and the passage of time. Edward Smaldone is a distinguished American composer, named “Composer of the Year” by the Classical Recording Foundation in 2016. He has received the Goddard Lieberson Fellowship from the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Smaldone said, "Collaborating with artists who truly interpret the music is a unique joy,” he said. “Chloë and Alegría breathe life into every piece they perform, and I’m honored to see my work come to life with such a remarkable group.”
2024 Carnegie Hall – World Premiere of ‘Liaisons Dangereuses’ by Kervy Delcy
Chloe Dickens performed the world premiere of Ms. Delcy’s work as a soloist at Carnegie Hall. Kervy Delcy is an award-winning composer and recipient of two Bronze Medals from the Global Music Awards. She was awarded the Louis Dreyfus Warner Scholarship and is a fellow of the Composers & The Voice program (2023-2025).
2024 Carnegie Hall – World Premiere of ‘The Fifth Element’ by Imani Garner
Chloe Dickens performed as lead violinist for the world premiere of ‘The Fifth Element’ at Carnegie Hall. Imani Garner is a composer known for her work in film and theater, having collaborated with Columbia Records, Warner Music Group, Motown Records, and Capitol Music Group. Her compositions have featured in major productions, including "All the Gaps" (2023) and the upcoming film "JEAN & I" (2025).
2024-2025 Concertmaster – Queens Summer Vocal Institute
Chloe Dickens leads as concertmaster for their professional orchestra, performing under the baton of Dr. Louis Burkot, Artistic Director of Opera North. The Queens Summer Vocal Institute is a prestigious opera program featuring international vocalists.
2024-2025 Performing Artist – Young Musicians of Westchester
As lead violinist, Chloe Dickens performed in eight concerts throughout summer and fall 2024. Young Musicians of Westchester is a nonprofit organization fostering collaborations between top classical musicians and the Westchester community.
2022-2024 Founding Member – Alegría Ensemble
Chloe Dickens is a founding member of the highly acclaimed classical chamber group, Alegría Ensemble. The ensemble has been featured by WQXR Radio, Kupferberg Center for the Arts, and leading contemporary composers in the New York City area.
2023-2024 Performer & Educator – WQXR Classical Kids Fair
At their annual Classical Kids Fair, Chloe Dickens led multiple workshops as a performer and educator and has been invited to return for a third year. WQXR is the most listened-to classical music station in the United States.
2024 Performance with Rufus Reid
Chloe Dickens was personally selected by Reid to perform with his band, featuring music from his album ‘Celebration’. Rufus Reid is a multi-Grammy-nominated jazz bassist and recipient of major honors, including awards from DownBeat Magazine, The International Association of Jazz Educators, and the International Society of Bassists. He was also awarded a Congressional Achievement Award.
2024-2026 Carrick Concerts, UK
Chloe Dickens performed as violin soloist in a tour of the southwest, and is invited to perform in their 2026 season. Carrick Concerts is a non-profit arts organisation whose aim is to bring professional classical chamber music to the South West of England.
2023-2025 Lake George Music Festival, USA
Chloe Dickens was selected as a featured performing artist in 2023 and has since been invited back annually. The Lake George Music Festival is one of the United States’ most prestigious music artist retreats. The festival has a rich musical heritage, attracting artists such as Metropolitan Opera star Marcella Sembrich and composer Sidney Homer.
2024-2025 Lead Violinist – Long Island Philharmonia, USA
Chloe Dickens performs as a lead violinist in both orchestral and chamber settings. The Long Island Philharmonia is a nonprofit professional orchestra dedicated to bringing high-quality classical music performances to a broad audience.
2022 West End Showcase – Trafalgar Theatre, UK
Chloe Dickens performed as violin soloist in a tour of the southwest, and is invited to perform in their 2026 season. Carrick Concerts is a non-profit arts organisation whose aim is to bring professional classical chamber music to the South West of England.
2021 Lead Violinist – EFG London Jazz Festival, Southbank Centre, UK
Chloe Dickens performed as lead violinist in The Jazz Exchange, a group directed by Orphy Robinson MBE. Her fellow band member, Emma Rawicz, is a Parliamentary Jazz Award winner and Jazz FM Awards finalist. The Southbank Centre is Europe’s largest multi-arts center, and the EFG London Jazz Festival is a premier international jazz event.
20211 Headliner at Ronnie Scott’s, UK
Chloe Dickens headlined as lead violinist in The Jazz Exchange, under the direction of Orphy Robinson MBE, one of the UK’s most influential jazz musicians and a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for his contributions to music. Ronnie Scott’s is one of the world’s most prestigious jazz clubs, having hosted icons such as Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald, and Jimi Hendrix.
2022 ‘Flying Bedroom’ show at Theatr Clwyd, UK
Chloe Dickens was cast as both a principal musician and actor in the highly regarded Flying Bedroom production. Theatr Clwyd is Wales’ largest producing theater, known for its Olivier Award-winning productions.
2017 Glastonbury Festival – ‘Concerto for Comedian and Orchestra’ by Vikki Stone
Chloe Dickens performed violin in the premiere of ‘Concerto for Comedian and Orchestra’ on Glastonbury’s Circus Stage. The piece, composed by Vikki Stone, is a pioneering spoken-word concerto that positions a comedian as the soloist alongside an orchestra. Stone is a British composer, comedian, and musician known for her innovative fusion of classical music and humor. This groundbreaking work playfully subverts orchestral conventions, introducing audiences to classical music through storytelling and comedy.
Glastonbury Festival is the largest and most prestigious music and performing arts festival in the world, attracting over 200,000 attendees and extensive international media coverage. It is recognized alongside Coachella, Woodstock, and the Edinburgh Festival as a world-leading cultural event. Securing a performance spot is highly competitive, marking a major milestone in any artist’s career.
2017 Exeter Cathedral – Performance with Alina Ibragimova & Orchestra of the Swan
Chloe Dickens was selected from musicians across the South West to perform alongside renowned violinist Alina Ibragimova and the Orchestra of the Swan, playing works by Sibelius and Mozart. Ibragimova has appeared as a soloist with the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra and the Berlin Philharmonic. Orchestra of the Swan is a pioneering British chamber orchestra known for its innovative programming and critically acclaimed recordings.
2024 Composer Artist in Residence –Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, Canada
Chloe Dickens was one of the few composers selected as a ‘Banff Artist in Residence’ for the Winter program. Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity is the largest arts institution in Western Canada.