Transatlantic Quartet: Refugee Relief Benefit Concert

Come help us help our neighbors! The Transatlantic Quartet presents a program of chamber music which promises to delight and inspire. All proceeds shall be donated to UNHCR to help provide food, housing and basic necessities this winter to those fleeing the violence in Ukraine. Minimum Suggested Donation 70 DKK Haydn, String Quartet, Op. 20 No. 2 The "Sun" Quartet evokes the image of the Ukrainian flag, where open blue sky gleams over golden fields. Haydn's contrapuntal mastery and lyrical melodies shine in this quartet. Puccini, Crisantemi The famed opera composer Giacomo Puccini brings drama and heartfelt tenderness to this short piece that is named for Chrysanthemums, the traditional Italian funeral flower. Skoryk, Melody This warm and lush composition from Ukrainian composer Myroslav Skoryk is often described as a spiritual hymn of Ukraine. Uplifting and sentimental harmonies bring to mind glimmers of hope within dark times. The Transatlantic Quartet formed at the Royal Danish Academy of Music. Its members have performed with numerous professional ensembles across the globe. Jenny Asparro, Violin Stefan Enmærke Becker, Violin Dasha Auer, Viola Tiril Lorås Ystgaard, Cello All are welcome!

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