A French Musical Journey from Couperin to Boulez

Presented by Julian Anderson

A Discovery of French Music of the 20th Century

Mercury Quartet and special guests

 
Vlad Maistorovici violin
Corentin Chassard cello
Harry Cameron-Penny clarinet
Antoine Françoise piano
Hannah Grayson flute
Serge Vuille vibraphone
Robin Green conductor

Famous British composer Julian Anderson will introduce this concert dedicated to contemporary repertoire, with the Mercury Quartet and special guests.

The award-winning Mercury Quartet comprises four rising stars of the UK's contemporary music scene. They perform classic works of the 20th century as well as improvisations, live compositions, new commissions and unknown masterpieces.

The Mercury Quartet was formed at the Royal College of Music (RCM) from a shared passion for Messiaen's Quartet for the End of Time. They have performed across the UK and abroad, and have appeared in festivals such as The Chelsea Schubert Festival, The Vienna City of Dreams Philharmonia and Esa-Pekka Salonen Festival and Dartington International Summer School.

The Quartet's commitment to contemporary music has seen them give workshops, premiere many different pieces and perform the compositions of the students of George Benjamin and Julian Anderson.

Programme
Boulez Dérive
Grisey Talea
Messiaen Quartet for the End of Time

Concert
Tue 29 May 8.00pm | £15, conc. £12, students £8 | book online

"...surely the most lively and talented group of young musicians in the UK..." (Julian Anderson, August 2010)

"... they perform with virtuosity and commitment..." (George Benjamin, March 2009)

"...their musicality and energy are remarkable..." (Rolf Hind, August 2010)

In partnership with Steinway & Sons