Sky Island Quartet will perform the the infamous “Eine Kleine Nachtmusik” (Serenade No. 13 for strings in G Major), K. 525 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart followed by the crowd-pleasing String Quartet No. 2 by Alexander Borodin.
Have you recently been to a Candelight concert and would like even more chamber music in your life? This is the concert to come to! Experience how great intimate chamber music can be – even when it’s not just modern song covers!
Tea & treats with the quartet will be served immediately following the concert.
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Eine kleine Nachtmusik (Serenade No. 13 for strings in G major, K. 525) is a celebrated composition by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, completed in 1787. The work, whose title translates to A Little Night Music, is a serenade traditionally performed by a chamber ensemble. It consists of four movements, though it was initially planned to include five. Known for its elegance and balance, the serenade epitomizes the Classical style, with the lively and iconic first movement (Allegro) being especially popular. Its cheerful and refined character has made it a favorite in concert repertoire and popular culture
Borodin’s String Quartet No. 2 in D major (1881) is a cornerstone of Romantic chamber music, known for its melodic beauty and emotional depth. Dedicated to his wife, it reflects their relationship, particularly in the third movement, “Notturno,” a lyrical piece often performed independently. The quartet’s four movements combine Western classical structure with Russian folk influences. Its themes gained further fame when adapted for the Broadway musical Kismet. Praised for its rich textures and romantic qualities, it remains one of Borodin’s most celebrated works.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791) was a prolific Austrian composer of the Classical era, known for over 600 works that display technical brilliance and emotional depth, including The Magic Flute and the Jupiter Symphony. Despite his fame, he faced financial struggles and died at 35, leaving an enduring legacy in Western classical music.
Alexander Borodin (1833–1887), a Russian composer and chemist, blended Russian folk themes with Western forms in works like Prince Igor and String Quartet No. 2. A member of “The Five,” Borodin balanced groundbreaking scientific achievements with music, leaving an indelible mark on both fields despite his untimely death.