Intimate Letters - Ensemble 360 with actor
Ensemble 360 presents Janácek's stunning second quartet in a compelling new semi-staged version devised in collaboration with Daniel Evans, Artistic Director of Sheffield Theatres.
SCHUBERT String Quintet in C D.956
JANÁCEK String Quartet No.2 Intimate Letters - semi-staged with letters performed by an actor.
Janácek's letters to his young lover, adapted by writer Paul Allen, form a remarkable commentary on the translation of a composer's inspiration into music. This quartet, Janácek's "manifesto on love", is powerful, evocative and sweeps along on an irresistible tide of passion.
Set alongside Schubert's profound and radiant Quintet, with the rich timbre of the double bass taking the role of second cello, this promises to be an evening of supreme beauty and intensity.
Pre-concert Talk, 6.30pm
Judith and Claudia discuss hidden codes in music, in particular in Janácek's Intimate Letters.
£10/£3
Box office 01226 327000
Friday 10 February 7:30pm
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