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Presented by the Candlelight Concert Society of Columbia, Maryland
February 6, 2012, 9:00 pm
The Escher String Quartet has received acclaim for its individual sound
and unique cohesiveness. The quartet is joined by Jason Vieaux, one of the
"youngest stars of the guitar world" (New York Times, 2010). Jason Vieaux is
a musician regularly noted for his engaging and virtuosic live performances,
imaginative programming, and uncommon communicative gifts. This recital, presented by Candlelight Concert Society of Columbia, Maryland, was recorded November 19, 2011.
ESCHER QUARTET with JASON VIEAUX, Guitar
Adam Barnett-Hart, Violin
Joel Link, Violin
Pierre Lapointe, Viola
Dane Johansen, Cello
Jason Vieaux, guitar
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Featured performances:
FELIX MENDELSSOHN: String Quartet in E-flat Major, Op. 12
J.S. BACH: Lute Suite No. 1 in E minor, BWV 996
ANTONIO VIVALDI: Concerto in D Major, RV 93
ISSAC ALBENIZ: Asturias
ASTOR PIAZZOLLA: L'Histoire du Tango, Violin and Guitar
LUIGI BOCCHERINI: Guitar and String Quartet in D Major, G. 448 "Fandango"
January 30, 2012, 9:00 pm
Presented by the Candlelight Concert Society of Columbia, Maryland
January 23, 2012, 9:00 pm
Presented by the Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington, Rockville, MD
January 16, 2012, 9:00 pm
See the full list of previous Front Row Washington broadcasts on Classical WETA 90.9 FM.