Cornell Concert Series: Dover Quartet

Named one of the greatest string quartets of the last hundred years (BBC Music Magazine), the twice GRAMMY-nominated Dover Quartet has followed a “practically meteoric” (Strings) trajectory to become one of the most in-demand chamber ensembles in the world. The group formed at the Curtis Institute of Music and its name pays tribute to Dover Beach by fellow Curtis alumnus Samuel Barber. The quartet now serves as Ensemble in Residence at Curtis and holds further residencies with the Kennedy Center, Northwestern University, Artosphere, and the Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival. The quartet’s honors and awards include a stunning sweep at the 2013 Banff International String Quartet Competition, grand and first prizes at the Fischoff Chamber Music Competition, prizes at the Wigmore Hall International String Quartet Competition, and world premieres with today’s best-known composers. No wonder The New Yorker calls them “the young American string quartet of the moment.”

“…Expert musicianship, razor-sharp ensemble, deep musical feeling and a palpable commitment to communication [make] their performances satisfying on many levels.” – Chicago Tribune

Patrons with limited mobility may gain access to Bailey Hall through the entrance to the lower lobby at the southwest corner of the building (to the left of the main doors as you face Bailey Hall from the plaza). If you require space for your wheelchair during the performance itself, please contact the CCS when purchasing your tickets at 607-255-5144 or [email protected].