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Chelsea Music Festival Announces Verona Quartet

ons. 24. jun.

01.00 – 03.00

10 River Terrace, 10282, New York See website

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About the event

Join us for an enchanting evening as the Verona Quartet takes the stage at the intimate Poet’s House, located at 10 River Terrace, NYC! This performance promises to be a captivating journey through time and diverse cultures. 🌍

Featuring:

🎼 Philip Glass's introspective String Quartet No. 2 'Company'
🌹 George Walker's deeply personal Lyric for String Quartet
🌙 Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate's dramatic MoonStrike, celebrating American Indian legends alongside the Apollo 11 anniversary
🎷 An exquisite performance of the Twenties Tunes Jazz Suite, arranged by Peter Myers, bringing the roar of the Cotton Club to life!

Meet the Artists:

Verona Quartet:
- Jonathan Ong, violin
- Dorothy Ro, violin
- Abigail Rojansky, viola
- Jonathan Dormand, cello
Byron Singleton, narrator
Wayne Koestenbaum, poet

Program Highlights:

Philip Glass - String Quartet No. 2 “Company”
George Walker - Lyric for String Quartet
Jerod Impichchaachaaha Tate - MoonStrike
Arr. Peter Myers - Twenties Tunes Jazz Suite (NY Premiere)

🍷 A delightful wine reception will follow the performance!

About the Artists:

Verona Quartet is lauded for their vibrant artistry and bold interpretations, earning accolades such as the 2020 Cleveland Quartet Award. They are dedicated educators at the Oberlin College and Conservatory and bring their passion to stages across the globe. 🌍

Byron Singleton has a rich performance history across numerous prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall and The Metropolitan Opera. His diverse talents range from leading operatic roles to classical solo performances.

Wayne Koestenbaum is a celebrated poet, critic, and artist with nineteen published books. He combines literature, performance, and visual art in unique interdisciplinary expressions.

About the Chelsea Music Festival:

The Chelsea Music Festival is a vibrant celebration of artistic synergy, bringing together musicians, chefs, and visual artists for a dynamic program that transcends traditional concert settings. 🎉🎨 Since its inception in 2010, it has been renowned for fostering collaboration and making classical music accessible to all.

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