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Tune in on Mondays at 9:00 pm for classical performances by top local musicians and ensembles, recorded at venues throughout the Washington area.

Previous broadcasts have included performances recorded at the Barns at Wolf Trap, the Library of Congress, and the National Gallery of Art.

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The Escher String Quartet

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"

 

Previous broadcasts

Fortas Chamber Music Concert featuring Yo-Yo Ma, Emanuel Ax, and the K-L-R Trio

January 30, 2012, 9:00 pm

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The Ying Quartet

Presented by the Candlelight Concert Society of Columbia, Maryland

January 23, 2012, 9:00 pm

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Pianist Ingrid Fliter

Presented by the Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington, Rockville, MD

January 16, 2012, 9:00 pm

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See the full list of previous Front Row Washington broadcasts on Classical WETA 90.9 FM.