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TSM presents Schubert's Piano

The Royal Conservatory of Music

### Event Description: ROCO Connections: Addio

**Date and Time:** Sunday, April 21, 2024, at 6:30 PM  
**Location:** Museum of Fine Arts, Houston - European Wing  
**Sponsored by:** Frost Bank

Join ROCO for an evening of musical innovation and heartfelt farewells with "ROCO Connections: Addio." This concert, set in the elegant European Wing of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, celebrates the evolution of the string quartet through the works of pioneering composers.

**Program Highlights:**

1. **Giuseppe Verdi: String Quartet in E minor**
   - II. Andantino
   - III. Prestissimo
   - IV. Scherzo fuga. Allegro assai mosso

2. **Maddalena Laura Lombardini Sirmen: String Quartet in E major, Op. 3, No. 6**
   - A remarkable piece by an 18th-century woman who significantly influenced the string quartet genre.

3. **Richard Danielpour: String Quartet No. 6 "Addio"**
   - This contemporary work uses the quartet as a metaphor for family, exploring themes of distance, time, and saying goodbye.

**Performing Artists:**
- **Scott St. John, violin**
- **Eva Burmeister, violin**
- **Sharon Wei, viola**
- **Alexis Pia Gerlach, cello**

Experience the beauty and emotional depth of these compositions, performed by a talented ensemble of musicians. This concert not only pays homage to the historical roots of the string quartet but also pushes the boundaries of the genre, making it a must-attend event for classical music enthusiasts.

**Venue Address:**
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston  
Bissonnet Street, Houston, TX, USA  
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Don't miss this unique opportunity to witness the convergence of tradition and innovation in the world of string quartets. Secure your tickets now and be part of an unforgettable musical journey.

ROCO Connections: Addio

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

**Event Description: ROCO Connections: Simple Gifts**

Join us for an enchanting evening of music and dance at the "ROCO Connections: Simple Gifts" concert, taking place on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at 5:00 PM at the Rothko Chapel in Houston, TX. This event is now at capacity, but you can still be part of the experience by joining our free livestream or contacting us to join the waiting list at email protected or 713-665-2700.

Sponsored by the Albert & Ethel Herzstein Charitable Foundation and supported by the Betty Jane Seydler Foundation, this concert is a celebration of collaboration and artistic expression. The program, led by conductor Delyana Lazarova, features Aaron Copland’s iconic tone poem "Appalachian Spring" in its original 13-piece version, which has inspired the ROCO-commissioned world premiere of James Stephenson’s "Persephone." This premiere will include a solo dance performance with original choreography by Marlana Doyle, founder of the Houston Contemporary Dance Company. Additionally, Jennifer Higdon’s quintet "Celestial Hymns" will round out the evening's program.

**Musicians:**
- Scott St. John, violin
- Aloysia Friedmann, violin
- Eva Burmeister, violin
- Sean Riley, violin
- Matthew Dane, viola
- Lorento Golofeev, viola
- Mina Smith, cello
- Annamarie Reader, cello
- Timothy Pitts, bass
- Matthew Roitstein, flute
- Nathan Williams, clarinet
- Kristin Wolfe Jensen, bassoon
- Audrey Andrist, piano

**Dancer:**
- Madison Araiza

**Location:**
Rothko Chapel
Yupon Street, Houston, TX, USA

**Program:**
- Aaron Copland: "Appalachian Spring" (Suite for 13 instruments)
- Jennifer Higdon: "Celestial Hymns" (For clarinet, violin, viola, cello, piano)
- James Stephenson: "Persephone" (ROCO World Premiere Commission with Houston Contemporary Dance Company)

Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience a blend of music and dance in a serene and inspiring setting.

ROCO Connections: Simple Gifts

Rothko Chapel

Outspoken

The Church of St. John the Divine

Nomadic in nature, the Connections Series continues site-specific collaborative chamber concerts programmed specially for its chosen venues, in partnership with various arts and community organizations.

Scott St. John

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