A Celebration of Music by Women Composers

UCalgary String Quartet
Edmond Agopian - first violin
Isaac Willocks - second violin
Dean O’Brien - viola
Beth Root Sandvoss - cello

Immerse yourself in a captivating musical journey, where we shine a spotlight on the remarkable compositions by women composers. The UCalgary String Quartet showcases the exquisite works of Laura Valborg Aulin, Joan Tower, Canadian composer Elizabeth Raum and the timeless melodies of Fanny Mendelssohn

PROGRAMME:
Laura Valborg Aulin ( 1860-1928): String Quartet No. 1 in F Major, Op. 17
Joan Tower (b 1938): Night Fields
Elizabeth Raum (b 1945, Canadian composer): Victims Of Eagles
Fanny Mendelssohn (1805-1847): String Quartet in E flat

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The UCalgary String Quartet is the quartet in residence at the University of Calgary. The quartet has performed nationally and internationally and has been recorded by CBC Radio for regional and national broadcasts, Radio Europa, and the National Radio of Portugal. It has collaborated with many distinguished artists, such as Anton Kuerti, pianist.

Each year the quartet awards the second violin position to an outstanding violin student. This unique experiential learning program gives exceptional students the opportunity to work with faculty members in high profile, professional concerts.

Part of the Claim Your Seat program. UCalgary students can book their free ticket online. UCalgary employees and alumni receive 50% off for themselves and one guest.

Presented by: UCalgary School of Creative and Performing Arts