Benjamin Nabarro and Claudia Ajmone-Marsan, Violins
Rachel Roberts, Viola
Gemma Rosefield, Cello
Tim Horton, Piano
Immerse yourself in an evening of chamber music at its finest, as Ensemble 360 brings to life two towering masterpieces of the piano quintet repertoire.
Experience the dramatic intensity and soaring lyricism of Dmitri Shostakovich’s Piano Quintet in G minor, Op. 57, a work that weaves together a haunting prelude, a masterful fugue, and moments of both wit and melancholy, in a journey that captivates from start to finish. Revel in the radiant warmth and Czech folk-inspired melodies of Antonín Dvořák’s Piano Quintet No. 2 in A major, Op. 81, a piece cherished for its lush harmonies, spirited dances, and seamless instrumental interplay.
Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the world-class musicianship and thrilling synergy of Ensemble 360, whose reputation for sparkling, deeply communicative performances promises to illuminate every nuance in these beloved works. Whether you are an experienced concertgoer or new to classical music, this concert will leave you inspired and uplifted.
Programme:
Dmitry Shostakovich (1906–1975)
Piano Quintet in G minor, Op. 57
Prelude: Lento
Fugue: Adagio
Scherzo: Allegretto
Intermezzo: Lento
Finale: Allegretto
Interval
Antonín Dvořák (1841–1904)
Piano Quintet No. 2 in A major, Op. 81
Allegro, ma non troppo
Dumka: Andante con moto
Scherzo (Furiant): Molto vivace
Finale: Allegro
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