Philip Setzer, violin; David Finckel, cello; Wu Han, piano

September 15, 2012
8 p.m.

All three performers are at the top of their game individually, and when they come together they promise an unforgettable evening, which will include piano trios by Haydn, Schubert and Mendelssohn. Last year the trio recorded an entire album of Schubert Trios that was released ArtistLed, classical music’s first musician-directed Internet-based recording company, founded by Wu Han. Setzer and Finckel are members of the esteemed Emerson String Quartet that recently appeared on the Rennolds Series to great acclaim.

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Jennifer Koh, violin; Shai Wosner, piano

Oct. 13, 2012
8 p.m.

Jennifer Koh and Shai Wosner are known individually for their imaginative programming and intellectual curiosity that complements their technical mastery of their instruments. Koh performs frequently with major symphonies around the world and appears in recital at world-class venues such as Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center. Wosner communicates his robust imagination with a broad repertoire including everything from Beethoven and Mozart to Schoenberg and Ligeti. The two will combine forces for what promises to be an evening of stellar music-making.

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Brentano String Quartet with composer Bruce Adolphe

Nov. 17, 2012
8 p.m.

In addition to standard quartet repertoire, the Brentano Quartet has performed many musical works pre-dating the string quartet as a medium, and has commissioned works from some of the most important composers of our time. This concert will feature the music of Bruce Adolphe, who will also join us for a pre-show event. The Quartet is named for Antonie Brentano, whom many scholars consider to be Beethoven's "Immortal Beloved", the intended recipient of his famous love confession.

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New York Polyphony

February 23, 2013
8 p.m.

This vocal quartet applies their refined musicianship, interpretive detail and a modern sensibility to its varied repertoire, which ranges from austere medieval melodies to cutting-edge contemporary works. The group takes their music very seriously, but certainly knows how to have fun. Last year, they held a competition to allow people to remix traditional Gregorian chants that they had recorded; they chose the best submissions and are now selling a digital EP featuring the original chants and the remixes.

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Jeremy Denk, piano

March 23, 2013
8 p.m.

Jeremy Denk has built a reputation as a compelling and persuasive pianist. He is known for his fresh and original musical interpretations of such composers as Beethoven, Copland, Mozart, Schumann and Stravinsky, and was the featured artist for the Ives Project, a three-day exploration and celebration of Charles Ives.  He is a frequent musical collaborator with some of today’s best-known composers and performers including violinist Joshua Bell and cellist Stephen Isserlis. His widely-read blog, “Think Denk”, is highly praised and frequently referenced by many in the music press and industry.

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Tokyo String Quartet

May 4, 2013
8 p.m.

The Tokyo String Quartet have captivated audiences and critics alike since the group was founded 42 years ago. They have collaborated with a remarkable array of artists and composers, built a comprehensive catalogue of critically acclaimed recordings and established a distinguished teaching record. The ensemble performs on the "Paganini Quartet", a group of renowned Stradivarius instruments named for legendary virtuoso Niccolò Paganini, who acquired and played them during the 19th century. The Quartet has announced their retirement from the concert stage at the end of their 2013 season. This performance will be one of their last and we are thrilled to have the opportunity to bring them to Richmond.