Doors open at 6:30 - Music at 7pm - $25 advance tickets - $30 at the door
This will be a fully seated listening room show
Journey through the elegance of the past, the colors of impressionism, and the bold voice of today as Viridian Strings presents an evening of captivating string quartet music. This program flows from Haydn’s wit and innovation to Griffes’ dreamlike soundscapes, a thrilling world premiere by Ben Webster, and Ravel’s radiant lyricism that showcases the evolution of the string quartet across centuries.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM & MUSICIANS:
Haydn – String Quartet in B Minor, Op. 33 No. 1 – Playful, dramatic, and endlessly inventive, Haydn redefined the string quartet with Op. 33.
Griffes – Two Sketches Based on Native American Themes** – A fusion of mystery and folk-inspired melodies, full of atmospheric beauty.
Ben Webster – World Premiere – A newly commissioned work, expanding the language of the string quartet for today’s audiences.
Ravel – String Quartet in F Major – Sensual, shimmering, and rhythmically rich—one of the most beloved quartets of all time.
Claire Wells - Violin (First time artist at Viridian Strings)
Oliver Leitner - Violin (Third time artist at Viridian Strings)
Joe Skerik - Viola (Co-Founder of Viridian Strings)
Kyle Stachnik - Cello (Co-Founder of Viridian Strings)
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