Prisme and Despax

Prisme and Despax – Presented by Olivier Philippe-Auguste

For Ensemble Prisme, working with the Despax Quartet is a natural pleasure. Our paths have always crossed, whether at the Conservatoire de Gatineau or in other musical projects. This dynamic ensemble of seasoned musicians will allow Ensemble Prisme to perform another gem of the string repertoire, the Octet, Op. 20 by Felix Mendelssohn, written at the age of 16, but already the work of a genius. Beforehand, we will have the pleasure of hearing the two quartets perform two other masterpieces from the vast repertoire for string quartet.

Dmitri Shostakovich – Quartet No. 1, Op. 49 – Despax Quartet
Edvard Grieg – Quartet No. 2 – Ensemble Prisme Quartet
Mendelssohn – Octet Op. 20

Tickets are available at the door the night of the concert or online.