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J.S. Bach - Sonata for Violin and Continuo (BWV 1024), a new arrangement for string quartet by F. Samandari
F. Schubert - Quartettsatz in C Minor (D. 103)
I. Stravinsky - Three Pieces for String Quartet
B. Tovey - a newly composed string quartet
INTERMISSION
A. Dvorak - String Quartet in F Major, Op. 96, "American"
Centuries: A Sonic Journey, takes an innovative and wide-ranging journey through the history of music and the development of the classical string quartet, from 18th-century Europe right up to present-day Vancouver. It will present traditional repertoire from the 18th, 19th and early 20th century along with a new commission by BC's own Maestro Bramwell Tovey, all performed by the Borealis String Quartet a Vancouver-based ensemble that is acclaimed internationally as one of the most dynamic and exciting string quartets of its generation.
Ticket Information:
Admission: $25 General, $15 Students
Available at Brown Paper Tickets: website or 1-800-838-3006
We would like to acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts, the City of Vancouver, the SOCAN Foundation and Prime One Media, Inc.