Cellist

Helmut Lachenmann has written three works for string quartet – the pinnacle of chamber music, or as he himself calls it: a "good, old, venerable, and tradition-laden ensemble." Who could be better suited to break the traditional tonal and structural boundaries of this genre than the Swabian native – the relentless rebel among contemporary composers? To mark his 90th birthday, two friendly ensembles, Quatuor Diotima and Ensemble Resonanz, will perform all three string quartets, demonstrating in one evening the diverse paths Lachenmann has taken.

Cellist

Alexis Descharmes

Events

Past events

Nov 28, 2025

Helmut Lachenmann: The String Quartets · Elbphilharmonie

Mar 16, 2025

Four Diotima · Gewandhausorchester

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