1772: Diversion and Divergence
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What was en vogue in 1772 Europe? Hoop skirts of unspeakable proportions, elaborate hairstyles that sometimes depicted current events, three-cornered hats, Revolutionary ideas…and in music — a form that had recently won over Austria and was now sweeping through the rest of Europe: the string quartet. This program highlights an extraordinary year in string quartet history, when the form still had strong ties to the divertimento but was also blossoming into its own deeply complex and wildly popular genre. Featuring music by Mozart, Franz Xaver Richter, and Joseph Haydn.
Aniela Eddy ~ violin and viola
Natalie Rose Kress ~ violin and viola
Rebecca Nelson ~ violin and viola
Cullen O’Neil ~ cello
Acclaimed for their spirited, engaging, and highly original performances, New York City-based Quartet Salonnières is devoted to performance practices of the Baroque through contemporary time periods. Members Aniela Eddy, Natalie Kress, Rebecca Nelson, and Cullen O’Neil met during their studies in the Historical Performance program at The Juilliard School. They have toured nationally and internationally, performing together on stages across New Zealand, Europe, the USA and Canada.
1:15 – 2:00 pm
All concerts are free; no tickets or reservations are necessary.
In person at The Church of the Transfiguration, 1 E 29th St, New York City
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