There will be a free pre-concert talk at 2:00pm at the Ruth Street Theater.

Experience a captivating evening with Arizona Philharmonic’s finest string players, showcasing Mendelssohn’s renowned String Octet, Martínez Campos’ rhythmic Serenata, and Bacewicz’s folk-inspired Quartet for 4 Violins, alongside mesmerizing works for viola and cello.

Join us for an evening with eight of Arizona Philharmonic’s finest string players. Dive into Mendelssohn’s String Octet in E-flat major, celebrated for its youthful exuberance and complex harmonies. Experience Spanish composer Javier Martínez Campos’ octet, Serenata para Cuerdas, renowned for its rhythmic vitality and lyrical beauty. Discover Grażyna Bacewicz’s Quartet for 4 Violins, a unique blend of Polish folk and neoclassicism, offering both emotional depth and intricate structure. The concert also features beautiful works for the rich sonorities of the violas and cellos, promising a diverse exploration of string chamber music’s rich landscapes.

Repertoire

String Octet in E-flat major, Op. 20, MWV R 20 by Felix Mendelssohn 

Serenata para Cuerdas by Javier Martínez Campos 

Quartet for 4 Violins by Grażyna Bacewicz 

Other repertoire still being determined

Concert repertoire is always subject to change.