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Grachtenfestival: Ostara Kwintet
About the event
Ostara Quintet performs two Phantasy works by Britten and Vaughan Williams, complemented by Brahms' First String Quintet. This concert is entirely dedicated to the string quintet, performed by five top musicians from the new generation of Dutch string players. To be seen at the Passenger Terminal Amsterdam during the Grachtenfestival. Discover the rich sounds of the string quintet Let yourself be carried away by the unique timbre of string quintets. This concert immerses you in the world of this intimate genre, with works that are both compact and grand in scope. Experience how the combination of instruments creates a deep and emotional experience that you won't find anywhere else. String quintet: a harmonious experience The program includes Britten and Vaughan Williams 'Phantasy' works, supplemented by Brahms' First String Quintet. Britten's compact 'Phantasy', written at a young age, meets Vaughan Williams' piece, which combines influences from folk music with romantic harmonies. A harmonious experience of chamber music. The performance by top talent The five musicians performing this concert are among the most talented Dutch string players of their generation. They have won prizes at prestigious competitions and regularly perform with renowned orchestras. This offers you a unique opportunity to see these top musicians in an intimate setting: the Passenger Terminal Amsterdam during the Grachtenfestival.





