The Flare Quartet, formed in 2020, consists of two Dutchmen, a Spaniard and a Canadian. Their mission is to deliver 20th and 21st century composed music in a fresh, innovative and accessible way. At KuuB they present a vivid narrative experience with four very different pieces.
From the atmospheric landscapes of Philip Glass’s 5th string quartet – which was the catalyst for the ensemble’s formation – to the amazingly short-lived textures of György Kurtag, the joyful and earthy sonic imagery of Jamaican composer Eleanor Alberga and the world premiere of a brand new jazz-inspired piece that Peter Davis wrote for Flare Quartet.
PROGRAMME
György Kurtág - 12 Microludes for String Quartet, Op.13 ‘Hommage à Mihály András’
Philip Glass - String Quartet Nr. 5
Peter Davis - Jazz Study, on the tune of "Who Can I Turn To?"
Eleanor Alberga - String Quartet Nr.2
PERFORMERS
Linde van de Ven, Maartje Rosmulder - violin
Gabriel Torner Alsina - viola
Laurence Gaudreau - cello