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Yo-Yo Ma joins the illustrious Czech Philharmonic as part of the worldwide Year of Czech Music celebration. Together they perform Dvořák’s towering final concerto—a masterpiece for which these artists are individually renowned. From its virtuosic cello passages and exquisite orchestration to its energetic, yet elegiac tone, it’s a thoroughly captivating piece to hear in concert. Semyon Bychkov also leads the orchestra in selections from Má Vlast (My Country), a singular symphonic cycle by Smetana, the 19th-century composer widely known as the “father of Czech music.”

“If you haven't yet heard the Pavel Haas Quartet, buckle your seat belt,” wrote NPR after the quartet’s last appearance at Carnegie Hall. The most celebrated Czech string quartet of our time, which has been called “the world’s most exciting string quartet” by London’s The Times, now returns during the 2024 Year of Czech Music celebration. The ensemble performs an all-Czech program that opens with Josef Suk’s gorgeous Meditation on an Old Czech Hymn, “St. Wenceslas.” In honor of the bicentennial of Bedřich Smetana—the quintessential Czech composer who inspired the first Year of Czech Music in 1924—the quartet performs his autobiographical String Quartet No. 1, “From My Life.” The program closes with the gripping passion and longing of Leoš Janáček’s String Quartet No. 2, “Intimate Letters.”

**Event: Dvořák and Janáček - Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center** **Date and Time:** Sunday, March 9, 2025, at 5:00 pm **Duration:** 2 hours, including intermission **Venue:** Alice Tully Hall, 1941 Broadway at W 65th St, New York, NY 10023 **Description:** Immerse yourself in an evening dedicated to the heartwarming and evocative music of Antonín Dvořák and Leoš Janáček, presented by the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. This special concert showcases the sentimental, nostalgic, and emotional depths of these celebrated composers, concluding with Dvořák’s Bass Quintet, a masterpiece of melodic richness and rhythmic vitality. Experience music that has captured the hearts of performers and listeners worldwide, performed in the prestigious Alice Tully Hall. **Program Highlights:** - Bedřich Smetana: From My Homeland for Violin and Piano (1880) - Leoš Janáček: Pohadka (Fairy Tale) for Cello and Piano (1910) - Josef Suk: Quartet in A minor for Piano, Violin, Viola, and Cello, Op. 1 (1891) - Antonín Dvořák: Quintet in G major for Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Bass, Op. 77 (1875) **Featuring Artists:** - Sahun Sam Hong, Piano - Stella Chen, Violin - Chad Hoopes, Violin - Paul Neubauer, Viola - David Requiro, Cello - Nina Bernat, Double Bass Join us for a memorable night that promises to be a celebration of musical heritage from the heart of Europe. Secure your tickets now for an unforgettable journey through the works of Dvořák and Janáček, brought to life by an ensemble of world-renowned musicians. **Tickets:** Available for purchase. Choose your performance date and secure your seats for this not-to-be-missed musical event. For more information and to buy tickets, visit the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center's website or contact the box office at Alice Tully Hall.

### Event Description: Juilliard String Quartet at The Town Hall **Event:** Juilliard String Quartet at The Town Hall **Date:** Sunday, March 30, 2025 **Time:** 2:00 PM **Venue:** The Town Hall **Virtual Concert Availability:** Monday, March 31 - Saturday, April 5, 2025 **Tickets:** - Salomon Series Tickets available - Single Tickets starting at $25 for rear/side seating (available after October 7, 2024) **Program:** 1. **A. Dvořák:** Selections from Cypresses, B. 152 2. **L. Janacek:** String Quartet No. 2 "Intimate Letters" 3. **B. Smetana:** String Quartet in E minor "From my Life" **Performers:** - **Areta Zhulla,** violin - **Ronald Copes,** violin - **Molly Carr,** viola - **Astrid Schween,** cello **About the Juilliard String Quartet:** With unparalleled artistry and enduring vigor, the Juilliard String Quartet (JSQ) continues to inspire audiences around the world. Founded in 1946 and hailed by The Boston Globe as the most important American quartet in history, the ensemble draws on a deep and vital engagement with the classics while embracing the mission of championing new works. This vibrant combination of the familiar and the daring makes each performance a unique experience, showcasing the quartet's profound understanding, total commitment, and unceasing curiosity in sharing the wonders of the string quartet literature. **Additional Information:** For more details, visit [Juilliard String Quartet Official Website](http://www.juilliardstringquartet.org). **Photo Credit:** Erin Baiano Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of exquisite music performed by the renowned Juilliard String Quartet at The Town Hall. Secure your tickets early and experience the magic of live classical music!