SUNDAY CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES
Sweet Sixteen
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2023 | 3:00 PM | MAINSTAGE THEATRE
All Seats: $25.00 + Fees
90 minutes (approx.) plus 15 minute intermission
All prices are subject to a $1.50 Capital Improvement Fund Fee and a $1.50 Processing Fee.
ABOUT THE series
For newcomers and aficionados alike, the Sunday Chamber Music Series presents casual afternoons of engaging and informative classical masterworks for small ensembles performed by some of the finest classical musicians in Canada and beyond.
This season’ series presents astounding works of genius from the very young, music written by child prodigies and child prodigies who grew into even more astonishing adult composers.
Curated by violinist David Gillham, the series celebrates a rich kaleidoscope of young genius, culminating with one of the most exciting young string quartets on the world stage today.
The Music of Youth is, ultimately, the music of hope.
Felix Mendelssohn
ABOUT THE CONCERT
Written when he was just 16 years old, Mendelssohn’s Octet for double string quartet is one of the most astonishing works of art ever produced by anyone so young, and remains an undisputed masterpiece.
A true polymath, Alexander Borodin was a doctor and a chemist who composed music in his spare time. Now known primarily for his musical compositions, his lyrical and tender string quartet opens this sparkling afternoon of great music.
This performance further celebrates the promise of youth by combining the UBC School of Music faculty string quartet with UNBC’s senior quartet in residence.
String Quartet No 2 in D (1881) | Alexander Borodin (1833-1887)
String Octet in E flat major, Op. 20 (1825) | Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847)
UBC School of Music Faculty String quartet and Senior Honours Quartet in Residence
Other Sunday Chamber Music performances you may enjoy:
Prodigious Beginnings: January 28, 2024 | 3:00 PM
Triumphant Trios: February 25, 2024 | 3:00 PM
Viano Quartet: April 28, 2024 | 3:00 PM
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