Join us for an unforgettable evening of chamber music as the Dover Quartet graces the stage of the PNC Theatre in Pittsburgh on April 21, 2025, at 7:30 PM. This performance marks the grand finale of the 2024/25 MainStage Live season, presented by Chamber Music Pittsburgh.

The Dover Quartet, celebrated as one of the greatest quartets of the last 100 years by BBC Music Magazine, will present a program that delves into the rich tapestry of American music. The evening will feature Jessie Montgomery's "Strum," a vibrant piece by the contemporary African American composer, alongside a new arrangement and commission by Chickasaw composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate, specifically commissioned for this performance. Adding to the night's allure is Antonín Dvořák's "Quartet in F Major, Op. 96 American," a piece that embodies the essence of the American spirit.

Highlighting the concert is the world premiere of a work by Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate, commissioned by Chamber Music Pittsburgh as part of its dedication to fostering the artistic voices that shape the future of chamber music. Tate, hailed by The Washington Post as a composer to watch, brings a unique blend of classical music and American Indian nationalism to the stage.

The Dover Quartet, consisting of Joel Link and Bryan Lee on violins, Julianne Lee on viola, and Camden Shaw on cello, holds prestigious residencies and has garnered numerous awards, including a sweep of all prizes at the 2013 Banff International String Quartet Competition and the Avery Fisher Career Grant.

Don't miss this extraordinary concert at the PNC Theatre, located at 350 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, 15222. Experience the imaginative program that explores the diverse perspectives on America through the lens of the Dover Quartet.

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Dover Quartet

PPU Pittsburgh Playhouse

Grammy Award-winning musical ensemble Silkroad’s Uplifted Voices brings together a stellar lineup of performer-composers from the Silkroad Ensemble in a series of pieces that highlight each artist’s musical storytelling. These compositions, often inspired by their homeland, ancestors, community, and family, represent previously under-recognized voices from around the world, offering a fresh perspective on the history and migration of music.

Silkroad Ensemble

Field Arts & Events Hall

Join us for an unforgettable evening of chamber music as the Grammy-nominated Dover Quartet returns to Shriver Hall, accompanied by the formidable pianist Michelle Cann. This special concert, part of the Shriver Hall Concert Series, is set to take place on Sunday, February 02, 2025, at 5:30 pm. The event celebrates the legacy of Florence Clarke Gann and the David & Barbara Kornblatt Commissioning Fund, showcasing the pinnacle of chamber music repertoire with Dvořák’s colorful, folk-inflected quintet and expansive sounds from American composers.

The Dover Quartet, hailed as one of the greatest string quartets of the last 100 years by BBC Music Magazine, will be joined by Michelle Cann, a pianist of sterling artistry recognized for her exquisite performances and leading interpretations of Florence Price's music. Together, they promise an evening of expert musicianship, deep musical feeling, and a palpable commitment to communication.

Before the performance, attendees are invited to a Pre-Concert Talk at 4:30 pm in Shriver Hall, offering insights into the evening's program. The concert will last approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes, ensuring an evening filled with beautiful music and lasting memories.

This event is a testament to the passion and generosity of music lovers like Florence Clarke Gann and Barbara and David Kornblatt, whose contributions have enriched the cultural landscape and continue to inspire new generations of musicians and audiences alike.

Tickets are available for purchase, and all are welcome to experience this remarkable collaboration in the intimate setting of Shriver Hall. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the Dover Quartet and Michelle Cann bring to life a program that spans the breadth of chamber music, from its historical roots to contemporary compositions.

Dover Quartet Michelle Cann, piano

Johns Hopkins University

Join us for an unforgettable musical journey with the Dover Quartet at Cal Performances during the 2024-25 season. This exceptional event is set to take place on November 3, 2024, at 3:00 pm in the acoustically splendid Hertz Hall. Tickets start at $74, with season subscriptions available now and single tickets going on sale at noon on August 6.

The Dover Quartet, celebrated as one of the greatest string quartets of the past 100 years by BBC Music Magazine and two-time Grammy nominees, will present a riveting program. This performance uniquely connects new work by Emmy-winning American Indian composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate with Antonín Dvořák’s cherished "American" quartet. Tate, a proud citizen of the Chickasaw Nation, is renowned for his compositions that are both rich and provocative, earning high praise from critics. His co-commissioned work alongside his arrangement of Pura Fé’s "Rattle Songs" promises an exploration of layered and rhythmic soundscapes.

The program will also feature Jessie Montgomery's "Strum," Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate's new work in its West Coast Premiere and a Cal Performances Co-commission, and Dvořák's "Quartet in F major, Op. 96, American." This performance is not only a celebration of musical mastery but also a part of Cal Performances’ Illuminations: Fractured History programming for the 2024-25 season, made possible in part by generous supporters.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the Dover Quartet's profound musicality and innovative programming that bridges traditional and contemporary compositions. Mark your calendars and secure your tickets for a performance that promises to be both enlightening and inspiring.

University of California, Berkeley

The 2024–25 Curtis Presents series opens with a “masterly nuanced performance” (Wall Street Journal) from the Dover Quartet, the Penelope P. Watkins Ensemble in Residence, featuring violinists Joel Link (String Quartet ’14, Violin ’11), and Bryan Lee (String Quartet ’14, Violin ’11), violist Julianne Lee (Violin ’05), and Camden Shaw (String Quartet ’14, Cello ’11, ’10).

Curtis Institute of Music

Kaha:wi Dance Theatre is a Rotinonhsyón:ni led company renowned for exquisitely produced and viscerally impactful performances, embodying stories which cultivate space for transformation, dialogue and connection to Indigenous knowledge and experience. Founded in 2005 by Ohswé:ken / Six Nations of the Grand River based Artistic Director Santee Smith, Kaha:wi (Ga-HA-Wee) means “to carry” in Kanyen’kéha. Sharing new Indigenous performance, embodied and multidisciplinary storytelling, Smith’s work is focused on Indigenous methodology, interdisciplinary and intergenerational work. Artistic and community research for performances delved into ancestral memory, Onkwehónwe:néha mind-set and strive to align with and share truth, creativity, and story. The company plans and hosts land-based creation labs such as “Inviting the Land to Shape Us” and offers educational opportunities through masterclasses and workshops. Reaching audiences regional to global, Kaha:wi Dance Theatre ignites awareness and sparks opportunities for collaborations and exchange.

Kaha:wi Dance Theatre

Dalhousie Art Gallery

The Silkroad Ensemble’s new program, Uplifted Voices, shines a light on previously under-recognized voices to change our perspectives on the history and migration of music. Audiences will be led on a musical journey that connects the music of indigenous North America to the world, drawing inspiration from folk and ancestral music of Japan, China, Armenia, Ireland and the Hebrides, and native populations across North America.

Artist Recital Series: Silkroad Ensemble—Uplifted Voices

Oberlin College

Praised for their “utterly unified” ensemble artistry (EarRelevant), the two-time GRAMMY-nominated Dover Quartet returns to PCMS with a program that explores the heart of the American story. The afternoon highlights Chickasaw composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate’s inventive interpretations of Native American folk music and the clans of the Eastern Woodlands People. The performance also features Jessie Montgomery’s soulful arrangement of Strum and Dvořák’s spirited American Quartet.

Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

Named one of the greatest string quartets of the last 100 years by BBC Music Magazine, the two-time Grammy-nominated Dover Quartet performs one of the most popular works in the chamber music repertoire, Dvořák’s American Quartet, along with a new work by American Indian (Chickasaw) composer Jerod Tate.

Pura Fé

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Silkroad Ensemble · Field Arts & Events Hall

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