About This Event
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.
Also, thrilling premieres by Ben Webster, Tom Childs, and Cynthia Van Maanen.
Program:
Haydn – String Quartet in B Minor, Op. 33 No. 1
Ben Webster – Air on Haydn's Name (World Premiere)
Griffes – Two Sketches Based on Native American Themes
Cherie Van Maanen and Tom Childs – transformational landscape (World Premiere)
Ravel – String Quartet in F Major
Artists:
Claire Wells - Violin (First time artist at Viridian Strings) Kronberg, Germany
Oliver Leitner - Violin (Third time artist at Viridian Strings) New Haven, CT
Joe Skerik - Viola (Co-Founder of Viridian Strings) Atlanta, GA
Kyle Stachnik - Cello (Co-Founder of Viridian Strings) San Francisco, CA
Doors open at 6:30 - Music at 7PM - $25 advance tickets - $30 at the door
Fully seated, listening room style show
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Artist-centered music venue & event space on floor 2 of Commongrounds Cooperative. 414 E 8th Street, Traverse City, MI. A small venue doing big things.
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