Cloudy with a Chance of Ale at Saengerrunde Hall

Our intimate concert experience will feel a bit more Rumi with these works inspired by the Persian poet as well as the Sun, Moon, and Clouds. The Amorsima Trio (violin, viola, and cello) will present vibrant works including Jessica Meyers' I Only Speak of the Sun, Jeffrey Mumford's "in soft echoes...a world awaits", and Kaija Saariaho's Cloud Trio.

Thanks to our sponsors, we will be serving warm pastries and cold beer generously provided by Easy Tiger and Lazarus Brewing as well as wine and non-alcoholic beverages--all at no additional cost! Guests will enjoy these tasty treats from an upper patio that overlooks Scholz Garten; the oldest beer garden in America.

This event will take place in an intimate upper room at the historic Saengerrunde Hall in downtown Austin; home to Austin's oldest cultural institution, the German singing society the Austin Saengerrunde. Experience Beerthoven in the heart of the Live Music Capital of the World!

Kids are welcome! Tickets for children as well as students through college age are available for $10. Purchase at the door or email [email protected] for advance student tickets.

is a boundary-pushing ensemble that redefines the traditional expectations of a string trio, bringing a fresh and contemporary perspective to the stage. Comprised of violinist Mia Detwiler, violist Michael Capone, and cellist Kourtney Newton, the trio was founded in 2016 through a shared passion for new music. With an unwavering commitment to expanding the string trio repertoire, the Amorsima Trio actively commissions new works, seeking out collaborations with innovative composers. Recent projects include the premiere of 21 miniatures in response to Beethoven's 250th anniversary and performances as a featured ensemble at the University of Louisville New Music Festival, Mise-en Music Festival, and New Music on the Bayou. The name "Amorsima,” which means "that which does not come from fate" was inspired by the Xenakis work Morsima-Amorsima and symbolizes their pursuit to redefine the traditional expectations of the string trio.

Performance at the Neill-Cochran House Museum Saturday, September 28th at 7:00 pm:

If you'd enjoy a smaller crowd and an even more intimate experience, this performance is for you! Visit this page for info on our performance at the Neill-Cochran House Museum.

Attend With Your Beerthoven Season Pass!

This concert is the first of a full season of five Beerthoven events throughout the year. Save yourself a seat and a few bucks by ordering your Season Pass today!

Parking Info:

Look for parking in the state parking garages immediately surrounding the Saengerrunde facilities. During most of our events these are open and free of charge.
Sometimes there is a parking attendant charging $30, especially when concurrent events take place in the Moody Center. In that event, you may look for parking on street or at the Capitol Visitors Parking Garage, three blocks south of the Saengerrunde on San Jacinto (this is typically free). The Bullock Museum also offers an inexpensive parking option.

About Beerthoven:

The critically-acclaimed Beerthoven Concert Series is a down-to-earth, approachable celebration of classical song, chamber music, and beer; a quirky mixture of Bach and Doppelbock in unique and intimate settings. Beerthoven finds its inspiration in the musical and festive events of the Austin Saengerrunde as well as the private "salon" concerts of Beethoven's time. Beerthoven events feature live classical music, free beer, and other refreshments and snacks in an all-inclusive manner. There is no backstage here; audience members may even find themselves standing in line for beer with the performers.

Programming is intentionally diverse in tone, instrumentation, and featured performers. Beerthoven supports local artists by offering fair compensation and unique performance venues. Audience members will find our prices at the very low end of typical classical concerts--especially for students and especially given the high quality of the exbeerience.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Saengerrunde Hall, 1607 San Jacinto Boulevard, Austin, United States