Violist

He was fascinated by the music of America, particularly Native American and African-American music, and was energised by influences outside European traditions. This quintet is full of joy, as fresh and invigorating as a brisk walk through Central Park in autumn.

Dvořák's String Quintet No.3

Sydney Opera House

The work was inspired by Janáček’s love for Kamila Stösslová, a young married woman. The music twists and turns with the changing fortunes of their relationship revealed through their 700 letters.

Grammy Award-winning American composer Joan Tower’s Rising is a work of perpetual upward movement. A dazzling, continuous expansion gathering intensity throughout, the piece is a dynamic prelude to Janáček’s Quartet.

Justin Williams

Violist

Events

Past events

3 - 4 Mar, 2023

Dvořák's String Quintet No.3 · Sydney Symphony Orchestra

17 - 18 Feb, 2023

Janáček’s String Quartet No.2 · Sydney Symphony Orchestra

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