The Escher String Quartet has received acclaim for its profound musical insight and rare tonal beauty. A former BBC New Generation Artist and recipient of the Avery Fisher Career Grant, the ensemble serves as season artists of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, based in New York City. They are joined by award-winning Jamaican-American violist Jordan Bak who is “a powerhouse musician, with a strong voice and compelling sound” (The Whole Note).

Program

Quartet in D Major, Op. 64, No. 5 “Lark” HAYDN
Allegro moderato
Adagio cantabile
Menuet: Allegretto
Finale: Vivace

Quartet No. 2 “Intimate Letters” JANACEK
Andante
Adagio
Moderato
Allegro

- Intermission -

String Quintet in E-flat Major, Op. 97 “American” DVORAK
Allegro non tanto
Allegro vivo. Un poco meno mosso
Larghetto
Finale: Allegro giusto

*Due to unforeseen circumstances the Pavel Haas Quartet, originally scheduled for this performance, has had to cancel their upcoming North American tour. All original tickets to Pavel Haas Quartet remain valid for entry to Escher Quartet with Jordan Bak, viola.