2022-2023

Concerts

May 18, 2024 - 7:30PM

Dvorak and folk music

Jean-Despréz Hall, Maison du Citoyen
25 Rue Laurier, Gatineau, QC, Canada

Dvorak and folk music
Classical music inspired by folklore

Quintet op. 81 //  Antonin Dvorak
for string quartet and piano

Six studies in English folk song // Ralph Vaughan Williams
for English horn and piano

Duets for two violins Sz.98 // Béla Bartók
for two violins

Complainte d’après ” Un Canadien errant ‘’ // Auguste Descarries
for violin, cello and piano

“The links between folk music and so-called classical music have always existed, among all composers. However, few have done it as clearly and intoxicatingly as Antonin Dvorak, the Czech composer whose music is always so catchy and thought-provoking.

To complete this tribute to folklore music, music inspired by the folklore of England, Hungary and Quebec. For something new: a Canadian composer that we are happily rediscovering, Auguste Descarries »

Tickets are sold online and also available at the door the night of the concert.
Ticket office: Lepointdevente.com

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