Experience the Beauty of Chamber Music with the Aster Ensemble
Sunday, September 7, 3 pm
Benson Great Hall
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The Aster Ensemble
Elizabeth Allison, piano
Angela Waterman Hanson, violin
Brittany Quinn, violin
Emily Hagen, viola
Lindsay Schlemmer, cello
Join us for an unforgettable evening of masterful chamber music as the Aster Ensemble takes the stage for the first time in Bethel's Benson Great Hall. This exceptional faculty group—featuring Elizabeth Allison (piano), Angela Waterman Hanson (violin), Brittany Quinn (violin), Emily Hagen (viola), and Lindsay Schlemmer (cello)—will present a captivating program of Romantic era chamber music that spans emotional depth, lyrical beauty, and virtuosic brilliance.
The evening opens with Romance, Op. 23 by Amy Beach, a lush, lyrical work that showcases Beach’s gift for heartfelt melodic writing and Romantic expression. This elegant piece sets the tone for a night of musical storytelling.
Next, the audience will be treated to Cello Sonata No. 1 in E minor, Op. 38 by Johannes Brahms, a work of profound intimacy and power. Its rich textures and expressive range highlight the unique voice of the cello and the deep interplay between performers.
The program concludes with the magnificent Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. 81 by Antonín Dvořák. Widely considered one of the greatest chamber works ever written, this piece bursts with folk-inspired melodies, vibrant rhythms, and sweeping emotional arcs—offering a joyful and dramatic finale.
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Bethel’s accomplished music faculty breathe new life into these timeless masterpieces. Whether you’re a seasoned concertgoer or new to chamber music, the Aster Ensemble promises an evening of inspiration, artistry, and connection.
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