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A Symphony of Strings: Celebrating Music Mastery in New York

Discover the captivating world of classical music with the Peoples' Symphony Concerts in the vibrant city of New York. From the solo brilliance of Augustin Hadelich to the harmonious collaborations of the Elias Quartet, Juilliard Quartet, and more, this series promises a rich tapestry of sound and emotion. Each performance offers a unique blend of tradition and innovation, drawing audiences into an intimate experience with some of the world's finest musicians. Whether in person or through virtual concerts, these events are a must-attend for any music enthusiast.

Feb 24, 2025
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1. Augustin Hadelich Solo Violin
### Augustin Hadelich Solo Violin Recital **Date and Time:** Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 7:30 PM **Location:** Washington Irving **Virtual Concert Availability:** Monday, March 3 - Saturday, March 8, 2025 **Ticket Information:** - Arens Series Tickets available - Single tickets starting at $20, general admission after October 7, 2024 **Event Description:** Join us for an enchanting evening with acclaimed violinist Augustin Hadelich as he performs a solo recital. Known for his phenomenal technique, insightful interpretations, and ravishing tone, Hadelich will present a program that includes: **Program:** - J. S. Bach: Partita No. 2 in D minor, BWV 1004 - Works by Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson, David Lang, and Eugene Ysaÿe - Intermission - J. S. Bach: Partita No. 3 in E Major, BWV 1006.1 **About Augustin Hadelich:** Augustin Hadelich is celebrated as one of the great violinists of our time. He tours extensively around the world and has performed with major orchestras including the Berliner Philharmoniker, Concertgebouworkest, Orchestre National de France, London Philharmonic Orchestra, and many others. His performances are renowned for their technical brilliance and emotional depth. For more information and to listen to his performances, visit [augustinhadelich.com](http://augustinhadelich.com). **Photo Credit:** Suxiao Yang Don't miss this opportunity to experience the extraordinary talent of Augustin Hadelich live in concert. Secure your tickets now!
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Mar 1, 2025
Peoples' Symphony Concerts

New York City, NY · Washington Irving High School

2. Elias Quartet
### Elias Quartet Peoples' Symphony Concerts **Event:** Elias Quartet PSC Debut **Date:** Saturday, March 8, 2025 **Time:** 7:30 PM **Location:** Washington Irving **Virtual Concert Availability:** Monday, March 10 - Saturday, March 15, 2025 **Tickets:** - **Arens Series Tickets:** Available for purchase - **Single Tickets:** Starting at $20, general admission after October 7, 2024 **Program:** 1. **F. J. Haydn:** Quartet in D minor, Op. 103 2. **Fanny Mendelssohn:** Quartet in E-flat Major 3. **Felix Mendelssohn:** Quartet No. 6 in F minor, Op. 80 **Performers:** - **Sara Bitlloch and Donald Grant:** Violins - **Simone van der Giessen:** Viola - **Marie Bitlloch:** Cello **About the Elias String Quartet:** The Elias String Quartet, named after Mendelssohn’s oratorio "Elijah" (Elias in German), is renowned for their intense and vibrant performances. Formed in 1998 at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, they have studied with the Alban Berg quartet in Cologne and were the resident String Quartet at Sheffield’s Music in the Round as part of Ensemble 360 from 2005 to 2009. They are currently the ensemble in residence at the RNCM, where they continue to teach and perform. **Additional Information:** For more details, visit [eliasstringquartet.com](http://eliasstringquartet.com). **Photo Credit:** Kauppo Kikkas Join us for an evening of exquisite music featuring the last quartet compositions of Haydn and Felix Mendelssohn, as well as Fanny Mendelssohn's sole quartet. Don't miss this opportunity to experience one of Europe's great young ensembles live!
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Mar 8, 2025
Peoples' Symphony Concerts

New York City, NY · Washington Irving High School

3. Juilliard String Quartet
### 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!
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Mar 30, 2025
Peoples' Symphony Concerts

New York City, NY · The Town Hall

4. Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center
### Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center: MANN Series Concert **Date and Time:** Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM **Location:** Washington Irving **Virtual Concert Availability:** Monday, April 7 - Saturday, April 12, 2025 **Event Description:** Join the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (CMSLC) for an enchanting evening of classical music featuring three of their most exceptional younger artists. Pianist Michael Brown, violinist Danbi Um, and cellist Nicholas Canellakis will perform a captivating program that includes: - **L. v. Beethoven:** Cello Sonata No. 2 in G minor, Op. 5, No. 2 - **M. Ravel:** Violin Sonata - **R. Schumann:** Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 63 **Artists:** - **Michael Stephen Brown, Piano** - **Danbi Um, Violin** - **Nicholas Canellakis, Cello** **About the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center:** The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center is renowned for its high-quality performances and inspired programming. As New York's first and only season-long chamber music program, CMSLC features both resident and guest artists, boasting a roster of over 130 leading international musicians. Their performances are widely accessible through live-streams, radio and television broadcasts, and recordings on CD and DVD, reaching thousands of listeners globally each season. **Ticket Information:** - **MANN Series Tickets:** Available for purchase - **Single Tickets:** Starting at $20 for general admission, available after October 7, 2024 For more information and to purchase tickets, visit [chambermusicsociety.org](http://chambermusicsociety.org). **Photo Credits:** Anela Bence Selkowitz Brown, Marco Borggreve Um, Arabella Oz Canellakis Don't miss this opportunity to experience the brilliance of Beethoven, Ravel, and Schumann performed by some of the finest young talents in the chamber music world.
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Apr 5, 2025
Peoples' Symphony Concerts

New York City, NY · Washington Irving High School

5. Principal Brothers
### Principal Brothers Concert **Date:** April 19, 2025 **Time:** 7:30 PM **Venue:** Washington Irving **Virtual Concert Availability:** April 21 - April 26, 2025 **Event Description:** Join us for an extraordinary evening of wind chamber music featuring the Principal Brothers, a group of distinguished wind principals from some of the nation's leading symphony orchestras. This concert will showcase the talents of: - **Demarre McGill** (Flute) - **Titus Underwood** (Oboe) - **Anthony McGill** (Clarinet) - **Bryan Young** (Bassoon) The program includes a series of new works composed by James Lee III specifically for these musicians, alongside pieces by Villa-Lobos and selections from Bach's "The Art of Fugue." **Program:** 1. **J. S. Bach:** Selections from "The Art of Fugue" 2. **James Lee III:** Principal Brothers No. 1 3. **H. Villa-Lobos:** Quartet 4. **James Lee III:** Principal Brothers No. 2 5. **Intermission** 6. **James Lee III:** Principal Brothers No. 3 7. **Valerie Coleman:** Rubispheres 8. **James Lee III:** Principal Brothers No. 4 9. **Errollyn Wallen:** Commission by PCMS 10. **J. S. Bach:** Selections from "The Art of Fugue" **About the Artists:** - **Demarre McGill** is a renowned flutist and principal of the Seattle Symphony. - **Titus Underwood** is the principal oboist of the Nashville Symphony. - **Anthony McGill** is the principal clarinetist of the New York Philharmonic. - **Bryan Young** is the principal bassoonist of the Baltimore Chamber Orchestra and co-founder of the Poulenc Trio. He is also a prominent figure in the technology sector and holds several leadership positions in music organizations. **Ticket Information:** - **MANN Series Tickets:** Available for purchase. - **Single Tickets:** Starting at $20, available from October 7, 2024. Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the synergy of these exceptional musicians and the premiere of new compositions that celebrate their artistry. Secure your tickets now and be part of an unforgettable musical journey.
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Apr 19, 2025
Peoples' Symphony Concerts

New York City, NY · Washington Irving High School

6. Chien-Kim-Watkins Trio
### Chien-Kim-Watkins Trio Peoples' Symphony Concerts #### Event Details: - **Date:** Saturday, April 26, 2025 - **Time:** 7:30 PM - **Location:** Washington Irving - **Virtual Concert Availability:** Monday, April 27 - Saturday, May 3, 2025 #### Ticket Information: - **Arens Series Tickets:** Available for purchase - **Single Tickets:** Starting at $20, general admission available after October 7, 2024 #### Program: 1. **F. Liszt/ C. Saint-Saëns:** Orpheus arranged for piano trio 2. **M. Ravel:** Piano Trio, M. 67 3. **L. v. Beethoven:** Piano Trio in B-flat Major, Op. 97 "Archduke" #### Performers: - **Gloria Chien:** Piano - **Soovin Kim:** Violin - **Paul Watkins:** Cello #### About the Trio: The Chien-Kim-Watkins Trio is a celebrated ensemble featuring three of classical music’s most esteemed artists. Pianist Gloria Chien, violinist Soovin Kim, and cellist Paul Watkins have been performing together since 2019. Known for their dynamic and exciting programming, the trio has garnered acclaim for their performances, including Beethoven’s complete Piano Trio Cycle. #### Additional Information: For more details and to listen to their performances, visit the [Chien-Kim-Watkins Trio page](#). Photo credit: Lake Champlain Chamber Music Festival
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Apr 26, 2025
Peoples' Symphony Concerts

New York City, NY · Washington Irving High School

7. Calder Quartet & Timo Andres, piano
### Event Description: Calder Quartet & Timo Andres, Piano **Date and Time:** - Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 7:30 PM **Location:** - Washington Irving **Virtual Concert Availability:** - Monday, May 19 - Saturday, May 22, 2025 **Ticket Information:** - Arens Series Tickets available - Single Tickets starting at $20, general admission after October 7, 2024 **Event Overview:** Join the acclaimed Calder Quartet and composer/pianist Timo Andres for an evening of exceptional music, featuring the New York premiere of Andres' new piano quintet, "The Great Span." The program will also include quartets by Schubert and Debussy, promising a night of diverse and captivating performances. **Program:** 1. **F. Schubert: Quartettsatz** 2. **Ann Southam: Remembering Schubert** 3. **Timo Andres: The Great Span Piano Quintet** - *Intermission* 4. **C. Debussy: String Quartet in G Minor, Op. 10** **Performers:** - **Calder Quartet:** - Benjamin Jacobson, violin - Tereza Stanislav, violin - Jonathan Moerschel, viola - Eric Byers, cello - **Timo Andres**, composer/pianist **About the Artists:** - **Calder Quartet:** Hailed as "superb" and "imaginative, skillful creators" by The New York Times, the Calder Quartet is known for their distinctive artistry and musical curiosity. They are celebrated for exploring a broad spectrum of repertoire and fulfilling the composer’s vision in their performances. The Los Angeles Times has called them one of America’s most satisfying and enterprising quartets. - **Timo Andres:** Born in 1985 in Palo Alto, CA, Timo Andres is a composer and pianist who grew up in rural Connecticut and now resides in Brooklyn, NY. His 2023-24 season highlights include a recital debut at Carnegie Hall, the New York premiere of Gabriella Smith’s "Imaginary Pancake," and a tour with the Calder Quartet. Andres is also set to premiere a piano concerto written for Aaron Diehl, led by John Adams at the Los Angeles Philharmonic. **Additional Information:** - For more details, visit [Calder Quartet's website](http://www.calderquartet.com) and [Timo Andres' website](http://www.andres.com). **Photo Credits:** - Austin Hargrave (Calder Quartet) - Michael Wilson (Timo Andres) Don't miss this extraordinary concert that promises to be a highlight of the season, showcasing the talents of the Calder Quartet and Timo Andres in a program that bridges classical and contemporary music.
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May 17, 2025
Peoples' Symphony Concerts

New York City, NY · Washington Irving High School

Conclusion
The Peoples' Symphony Concerts series is a celebration of musical excellence, bringing together some of the finest artists in the world. From solo performances to ensemble collaborations, each concert offers something unique, catering to a wide array of musical tastes. With both live and virtual options available, these performances are accessible to everyone who wishes to experience the joy and emotion that only music can provide. As these talented musicians take the stage, prepare to be transported into a world of sound and emotion, where the boundaries of time and space fade away.
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