Chamber Music Northwest: Parker Quartet (on-demand until 5/1/2021)
$20
Ludwig van Beethoven — String Quartet No. 15 in A minor, Op. 132 "Heiliger Dankgesang"
Daniel Chong, violin
Ken Hamao, violin
Jessica Bodner, viola
Kee-Hyun Kim, cello
Thomas Adès – Arcadiana
Ludwig van Beethoven – String Quartet No. 15 in A minor Op. 132 “Heiliger Dankgesang”
Inspiring performances, luminous sound, and exceptional musicianship are the hallmarks of the Grammy Award-winning Parker Quartet. Renowned for its dynamic interpretations and polished, expansive colors, the group has rapidly distinguished itself as one of the preeminent ensembles of its generation, dedicated purely to the sound and depth of their music. In this concert, the Parker Quartet will apply their “exceptional virtuosity [and] imaginative interpretation” (The Washington Post) to Thomas Adès’ magically evocative Arcadiana, and Beethoven’s spiritual Opus 132 string quartet.
“…flawlessly balanced, perfectly tuned and sheathed in lustrous textures.” – The New York Times
From CMNW Artistic Directors Gloria Chien and Soovin Kim: “We have admired the Parker Quartet’s poetic artistry for many years. Their cultivated tone, thoughtful interpretations, and impeccable taste make them one of the most enjoyable string quartets to listen to again and again. Their compelling playing is particularly suited for capturing the spirituality of the late-Beethoven quartets. We are so happy to present the Parkers in their CMNW debut!”
Recorded for CMNW at the visually stunning and acoustically superb Mechanics Hall in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Premieres Saturday, April 24 at 7pm Pacific.
Available through Saturday, May 1 at 11:59pm Pacific.
Concert passes: $20 Single Concert (available 30 days prior to event); $99 All-Access
In connection with this concert, CMNW will livestream a free Musical Conversation with Ara Guzelimian on Tuesday, April 20 at 6 pm Pacific. Guzelimian will explore how Beethoven and Thomas Adès employed the string quartet medium as a vehicle for acute personal expression. More information here: https://cmnw.org/concerts-tickets/all-concerts-events/musical-conversation-with-ara-guzelimian/1211
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Chamber Music Northwest serves more than 50,000 people annually in Oregon and SW Washington with exceptional chamber music through over 100 events annually, including our flagship Summer Festival, year-round concerts, community activities, educational programs, broadcasts, and innovative collaborations with other arts groups. CMNW is the only chamber music festival of its kind in the Northwest and one of the most diverse classical music experiences in the nation, virtually unparalleled in comparable communities.
Chamber Music Northwest's mission is to inspire our community through concerts and events celebrating the richness and diversity of chamber music, performed by artists of the highest caliber, presenting our community with exceptional opportunities for enjoyment, education, and reflection.
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Daniel Chong, violin |
Ken Hamao, violin |
Jessica Bodner, viola |
Kee-Hyun Kim, cello