Friday October 28, 2011
MARTEAU STRING QUARTET (Adam LaMotte, Greg Ewer, violins; Hillary Schoap, viola; and Tanya Tomkins, cello):
Plays
String Quartet in D minor “Death and the Maiden” and other quartets by Franz Schubert
In 1824, at the age of 27, Franz Schubert wrote his famous quartet after a serious illness, and it has become a cornerstone of the repertoire ever since. The piece gets its name from the theme of the 2nd movement, which is a series of variations on a song Schubert wrote in 1817.
The Marteau Quartet, comprised of four consummate musicians who play in both the period and modern styles, strives to recreate the sound aesthetic of romantic-era quartets. Embarking upon uncharted territory, the Marteau Quartet bridges the gap between historically-informed ensembles and so-called modern ensembles by playing romantic-era music on period instruments.
To order tickets, go to:www.BrownPaperTickets.com/Event/196691
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Parish Hall
2300 Bancroft Way, Berkeley
6 pm
$15 at the door (students, seniors and SFEMS members $13)
18 and under admitted free
$3 discount for online orders