Ying Quartet, l-r: Janet Ying (violin), Phillip Ying (viola) new first violinist Robin Scott, and David Ying (cello), in Wolk Atrium outside Hatch Hall at Eastman Theatre, Eastman School of Music March 23, 2015 // photo by J. Adam Fenster / University of Rochester
J. Adam Fenster
Howland Chamber Music Circle (HCMC) opens its 2021 season with a live performance by the Ying Quartet on Sunday, September 26 at 4 p.m. at the Howland Cultural Center in Beacon, NY. To attend the concert in person or to gain access to the online stream, tickets are available for purchase at https://howlandmusic.org/CMS_1.html
HCMC is thrilled to bring live music back to its audiences after such a long and trying year. In order to ensure the safety of its patrons, HCMC is following all CDC and local guidelines. Concerts will be held at half capacity to enable social distancing, and a proof of vaccination is required prior to entry. (The wearing of masks will be determined by the prevailing CDC and local government mandates and guidelines.) As guidelines may change, HCMC thanks its patrons for their flexibility and cooperation.
The Ying Quartet occupies a position of unique prominence in the classical music world, combining brilliantly communicative performances with a fearlessly imaginative view of chamber music in today's world. Now in its third decade, the Quartet has established itself as an ensemble of the highest musical qualifications. The Quartet is sure to captivate with the exotic music of contemporary composers Zhou Long, Vivian Fung, and Tan Dun, and they will round out the program with the enduring music of Haydn and Beethoven.
Akiko Sasaki, Music Director of the Howland Chamber Music Circle, is thrilled to open the doors once again to live concerts. “We are so excited to welcome our audience back to the Howland Cultural Center to enjoy incredible music in a safe and intimate setting. Get your tickets while you still can!”
For more information on this performance and on the entire 2021 HCMC season, please visit howlandmusic.org.