The group made its debut as the Beaux Arts Trio at Tanglewood in 1955.

The first recipients were member of the Beaux Arts Trio on September 20, 1985.

During the second half of the 20th century the Beaux Arts Trio were the best known group.

Board members are still chuckling over the time a dog walked down the aisle while the Beaux Arts Trio was in the middle of a piece.

But could today's Beaux Arts Trio find a cellist in his mid-60's willing to join an ensemble that has been around for 32 years?

For the concert of the Beaux Arts Trio on Friday evening, a large screen was placed behind the players, extending well to either side.

It made a strong first impression, which owed much to an assured, committed performance by the Beaux Arts Trio.

Last summer, the Beaux Arts Trio underwent a personnel change that was, to all appearances, odd.

The Beaux Arts Trio made many recordings including all the well-known works for piano, violin and cello.

The Beaux Arts Trio is quite another animal.