Violist

Join us for an unforgettable evening as the Oak Ridge Civic Music Association presents the Ariel String Quartet in the final concert of the Chamber Music Series. This exceptional performance is scheduled for Sunday, April 7, 2024, at 3:00 PM, with a special pre-concert talk beginning at 2:30 PM. The event will take place at the First United Methodist Church of Oak Ridge, located at 1350 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN.

Celebrating 25 years since their formation as teenagers in Israel, the Ariel String Quartet has risen to international acclaim, now serving as the faculty quartet-in-residence at the University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music. The quartet, comprising violinists Alexandra Kazovsky and Gershon Gerchikov, cellist Amit Even-Tov, and violist Jan Grüning, has been honored with numerous prestigious awards, including the Cleveland Quartet Award and the Grand Prize at the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition.

The evening's program, titled "American Dream," promises a theatrical experience with a unique twist: the second half of the concert remains purposefully unannounced. This creative choice serves as a musical metaphor, inviting the audience to engage with the performance free of expectations, unprejudiced, and with an open mind and heart, mirroring the way we aspire to see others and wish to be seen ourselves.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the Ariel String Quartet's profound musicality and innovative programming. Purchase your tickets now and prepare to be captivated by a concert that concludes the Chamber Music Series with a spectacular display of fireworks.

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Ariel String Quartet

First United Methodist Church of Oak Ridge

Join us for an exquisite musical journey at the Winter Chamber Music Festival featuring the Ariel Quartet with Orion Weiss on piano. This captivating performance is scheduled for Sunday, January 7, 2024, at 3:00pm CST, taking place in the prestigious Pick-Staiger Concert Hall. The Ariel Quartet, renowned for its virtuosity, insightful interpretations, and dynamic performances, will be joined by the exceptionally talented pianist Orion Weiss, known for his lush sound and passionate delivery.

The ensemble for this performance includes Alexandra Kazovsky and Gershon Gerchikov on violins, Jan Grüning on viola, Amit Even-Tov on cello, and Orion Weiss on piano. Together, they will present a program that promises to be both engaging and profound, featuring works by Hugo Wolf, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Dmitri Shostakovich. The repertoire includes Wolf's Italian Serenade, Beethoven's String Quartet in A Major, Op. 18, No. 5, and Shostakovich's Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 57.

This event is a highlight of the Winter Chamber Music Festival, made possible in part by a gift from the Allan R. and Ellen Drebin Opportunities Fund. Tickets are priced at $30 for the general public and $10 for students with valid ID, though availability is limited.

The Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, located at 50 Arts Cir Dr, Evanston, IL 60208, offers a splendid venue for this musical feast. With a seating capacity of 972, its acoustics and ambiance provide the perfect setting for an afternoon of classical music excellence.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the profound musical artistry of the Ariel Quartet and Orion Weiss.

Jan Grüning

Violist

Events

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Apr 7, 2024

Ariel String Quartet · Oak Ridge Civic Music Association

Jan 7, 2024

Ariel Quartet with Orion Weiss, piano · Northwestern Bienen School of Music

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