January 19, 2017
While the start of a new year is a welcome challenge full of new hope and possibility for a “fresh start” for most, it happens to fall in January which can also be one of the toughest months of the year for some. Bleak, long dark days affect mood and temperament, making it difficult assert … Continue reading The Effect of Classical Music on Our Bodies
December 9, 2016
For the love of music Beyond simple appreciation for a unifying art form, music plays an integral part in the community by helping us to understand each other better on a global level. It promotes joy rather than fear, understanding rather than hate. At Friends of Chamber Music, we’re grateful for every single donation from … Continue reading Last Chance To Give To Get A 2016 Tax Receipt
December 5, 2016
It was a gloriously crisp Sunday and both the sun and Santa Claus came to Vancouver for a visit. We welcomed an almost full house to see one of the greatest performing quartets in the world, the Takács Quartet. Guests were treated to an afternoon of delightful music by Beethoven, as well as some refreshments with the musicians after … Continue reading Takács Quartet – Concert Wrap-Up
December 2, 2016
The Friends of Chamber Music are proud to present this special offer in time for the holidays: Winter Solstice Trio packs. In the spirit of giving, we invite you to enjoy THREE classical concerts at a discount. Not only that, we even have two themed options available for you to choose from: Paris & Vienna … Continue reading Special Offer: Attend Three Concerts And SAVE With Our Winter Solstice Trio Packs
November 22, 2016
Takács Quartet Sunday, December 4, 2016 Vancouver Playhouse 3:00 pm This concert is generously sponsored by: Buy tickets here. Takács Quartet Edward Dusinberre, violin Károly Schranz, violin Geraldine Walther, viola András Fejér, cello Recognized as one of the world’s great ensembles, the Takács Quartet plays with a unique blend of drama, warmth and humour, combining … Continue reading Takács Quartet – Season 69
November 14, 2016
It may have been pouring rain outside, but inside the Vancouver Playhouse audiences were kept warm with three stunning pieces from Vienna throughout the ages. The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (CMS) delighted Vancouver with their energy and passion. We hope you enjoyed the show as much as we did! Here’s what viewers had … Continue reading CMS String Sextet – A Night In Vienna – Concert Wrap-Up
October 31, 2016
Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (String Sextet) Sunday, November 13, 2016 Vancouver Playhouse 3:00 pm In memory of Don Brown, Professor of Philosophy, from a grateful student. A Night in Vienna Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (String Sextet) Sean Lee, violin Alexander Sitkovetsky, violin Matthew Lipman, viola Richard O’Neill, viola David Finckel, cello … Continue reading A Night In Vienna – CMS String Sextet – Season 69
September 2, 2016
Tuesday September 13, 2016 at 8:00pm Vancouver Playhouse Escher Quartet Adam Barnett-Hart, Violin Aaron Boyd, Violin Pierre Lapointe, Viola Brook Speltz, Cello We’re thrilled to welcome the Escher Quartet for a second concert by popular request. They enchanted our audience in 2014 with their profound musical insight and rare tonal beauty. From the Beginning Within … Continue reading Escher Quartet – Season 69
August 17, 2016
Tuesday, March 4, 2014 Vancouver Playhouse 8:00 pm. This concert is generously sponsored by Rogers Group Financial Pierre Colombet, violin Gabriel Le Magadure, violin Mathieu Herzog, viola Raphaël Merlin, violoncello Quatuor Ébène was founded in 1999 at the Boulogne-Billancourt Conservatory in France. They studied with the Ysaye Quartet in Paris as well as with Gábor … Continue reading Ébène Quartet – Season 66
August 2, 2016
Tuesday November 18th, 2014 At the Vancouver Playhouse at 8.00 pm. Adam Barnett-Hart, Violin Aaron Boyd, Violin Pierre Lapointe, Viola Dane Johansen, Cello The Escher String Quartet, formed in 2005, takes its name from Dutch graphic artist M.C. Escher, inspired by Escher’s method of interplay amongst individual components working together to form a whole. The … Continue reading Escher String Quartet – Season 67
