Join us for an enchanting evening of chamber music that celebrates the beauty of nature, "Up Close with Living Lands & Waters," presented by the Quad City Symphony Orchestra (QCSO). This special event takes place on January 20th at 7:30 pm CST at the Figge Art Museum, located at 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA.

The concert opens with the light and airy melodies of Franz Joseph Haydn's String Quartet Op. 64 No 5, known as the Lark Quartet, setting the stage for a night of musical exploration. The program continues with John Luther Adams' "Dream of the Canyon Wren," a piece for string quartet that captures the awe-inspiring beauty of nature's landscapes. Claude Debussy's "L’isle Joyeuse" (Island of Joy) transports the audience to a magical island, followed by the innovative sounds of John Cage's prepared piano piece "And the Earth Shall Bear Again." Angel Lam's "Secrets and Ice Garden" adds to the evening's allure, leading up to the finale with Franz Schubert's beloved "Trout Quintet," a piece that weaves a narrative resonating with the serene and joyful spirit of the natural world.

The concert features talented musicians including Emily Nash & Sabrina Tabby on violin, Bruno Vaz da Silva on viola, Hannah Holman on cello, Kit Polen on bass, and Marian Lee on piano. This event is presented in partnership with Living Lands & Waters and is part of a series sponsored by Susan Quail.

Don't miss this exquisite celebration of nature through the medium of chamber music. Purchase your tickets now and experience the magic of "Up Close with Living Lands & Waters" at the Figge Art Museum.

Up Close with Living Lands & Waters

Figge Art Museum

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