Thursday, February 19, 2026
Juilliard String Quartet
Kick off spring with the legendary Juilliard String Quartet as they blend timeless classics by Bach, Beethoven, and Britten with bold new works. This iconic ensemble promises an evening of profound artistry and stirring musical exploration.
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Apex Concerts begins its Spring Season with the legendary Juilliard String Quartet, hailed as “the most important American quartet in history” (The Boston Globe). Founded in 1946, the JSQ remains a powerful force in chamber music, pairing deep engagement with the classics and an unwavering commitment to new music. Recent premieres include works by Jörg Widmann, Tyson Davis, and Mario Davidovsky. The quartet’s program reflects this dual mission, featuring Benjamin Britten’s introspective String Quartet No. 3, Beethoven’s transcendent String Quartet in A minor, Op. 132, and an arrangement of Bach’s Prelude in E-flat Major by composer-violinist Michelle Ross. With Grammy-winning recordings and acclaimed collaborations with artists such as Itzhak Perlman, Emanuel Ax, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, and soprano Tony Arnold, the ensemble continues to inspire on international stages. Members Areta Zhulla, Ronald Copes, Molly Carr, and Astrid Schween also serve on the faculty at the Juilliard School, where the quartet maintains its long-standing residency.
- Benjamin BRITTEN (1913-1976): String Quartet No. 3, Op. 94
- Johann Sebastian BACH (1685-1750): Prelude in E-flat Major, BWV 852 (arr. Michelle Ross)
- Ludwig van BEETHOVEN (1770-1827): String Quartet in A minor, Op. 132
Juilliard String Quartet
- Areta Zhulla, violin
- Leonard Fu, violin
- Molly Carr, viola
- Astrid Schween, cello
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