Powerhouse Strings: Mendelssohn’s Octet & More

Eleven of the world’s most renowned string artists converge: violinists Carolin Widmann and Benjamin Beilman, bassist Nina Bernat, and the doubly dynamic Viano and Opus13 quartets! The World Premiere of Alistair Coleman’s evocative Ghost Art Canticles for string quartet & double bass is followed by Finnish superstar Olli Mustonen’s strikingly modern Nonetto II. Then, hang on to your seats for Mendelssohn’s monumental and beloved Octet for Strings interpreted by two acclaimed young string quartets.

7 pm | Kaul Auditorium Prelude Performance with local young artists

We have a special tradition of “picnics” before concerts at Reed College’s Kaul Auditorium. Reed’s catering service, Bon Appétit, offers food and drink service beginning at 6pm. Alternately, you can bring your own picnic, but alcoholic beverages must be purchased on-site.

CMNW Commission • World Premiere

Alistair Coleman’s Ghost Art Canticles has been commissioned by CMNW with generous support from Ravi Vedanayagam & Ursula Luckert.

Gold Sponsor
Karen & Cliff Deveney

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