Join us for an unforgettable musical journey at the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival, where the allure of chamber music takes center stage. This year’s themed weekend at Ulrichshusen Castle promises to pay tribute to the festival's rich history and its ongoing legacy. From the soulful strains of the Fauré Quartet to the captivating performances by Matthias Schorn and Janne Saksala, experience an exploration of classical masterpieces and contemporary compositions that push the boundaries of musical expression. Celebrate the artists and their remarkable contributions in an ambiance ripe with camaraderie and creativity.

A Harmony of History and Innovation: The Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival Celebrations

The Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival, a beacon of chamber music, celebrated a special anniversary at Ulrichshusen Castle. This theme weekend paid tribute to the artists, music, and shared experiences that have shaped the festival. Highlights included performances by the Fauré Quartet, the addition of clarinetist Matthias Schorn, and a collaborative evening with double bassist Janne Saksala. From classics by Schumann and Schubert to more contemporary works, this festival was a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation.

Celebrating Chamber Music: A Weekend at the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival

The renowned Fauré Quartet expands its sound palette with the Finnish double bass player Janne Saksala, soloist and principal double bass of the Berliner Philharmoniker since 2008. Together they will present a programme that brings together the highlights of Romantic chamber music. The focus is on Franz Schubert’s immortal »Forellenquintett«, whose effervescent liveliness and catchy melodies take on a new depth in the interpretation of this exceptional ensemble. This masterpiece is complemented by Schubert’s rarely performed »Adagio« and »Rondo Concertant« as well as Robert Schumann’s passionate piano quartet, a masterpiece of the genre that reflects the entire emotional world of Romanticism.

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Fauré Quartett / Janne Saksala

Elbphilharmonie Hamburg

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Barocksaal Rostock

This anniversary year, the now traditional theme weekend at Ulrichshusen Castle is dedicated to the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival itself: the musicians who have shaped and continue to shape it, the adventures that the artists, team, and audience experience together, and, of course, the music. And so, the evening is far from over: The Fauré Quartet unpacks its encores, reminisces, chats about its music, and also brings festival jubilee Matthias Schorn onto the stage, because the quartet and the clarinetist share much more than just their love of the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival.

Birthday Lounge

Schloss und Gut Ulrichshusen

The Fauré Quartett, formed in 1995 at the University of Music in Karlsruhe during Gabriel Fauré's 150th anniversary, is renowned for their phenomenal work in classical music. Signed with Deutsche Grammophon in 2006, they set standards with recordings spanning from Mozart to pop hits. Their innovative collaborations and educational efforts, along with numerous awards, have solidified their global reputation. From world tours to teaching at prestigious institutions, their influence on chamber music is unmatched. With performances at renowned venues worldwide, the Fauré Quartett continues to captivate audiences with their passion, artistry, and expertise.

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Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Tucson Convention Center

Talented Shepherd School students perform short musical excerpts and receive coaching from a distinguished guest in front of a live audience. The Shepherd School of Music


Fauré Piano Quartet

Alice Pratt Brown Hall

Known for their sterling musicianship, the Fauré Piano Quartet has become a worldwide phenomenon, unearthing novel approaches to timeless pieces featuring the romanticism of the late 19th century. This program is a perfect setting for the ensemble's dynamic approach and playing.

The musicians of the Faure Quartett are pioneers in many ways. After they met during their studies in 1995 in Karlsruhe for the 150th anniversary of Gabriel Faure, they quickly realized, that this combination offered new insights into undiscovered repertoire. In 2006, they signed a contract with Deutsche Grammophon, promoting them to the Champions League of the classic music business. They made highly regarded benchmark-recordings with works by Mozart, Brahms, Mendelssohn and pop songs from Peter Gabriel and Steely Dan as well as works from Mahler and Richard Strauss (Sony Classical). on one album. Currently the quartett is releasing the world’s first-ever recording of Mussorgskys “Pictures at an Exhibition” and Rachmaninovs “Etudes-Tableaux” in their own arrangements on the Berlin Classics label.

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