Escher String Quartet

Recognized for their profound musical insight and rare tonal beauty, Escher String Quartet is one of the most celebrated chamber ensembles of its generation. Former BBC New Generation Artists and recipients of the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, quartet members have captivated audiences across the globe, from their regular appearances at London’s Wigmore Hall and the BBC Proms at Cadogan Hall to their designation as Season Artists with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center in New York.

Known for its seamless ensemble work and emotionally rich interpretations, Escher brings both technical mastery and expressive depth to a wide range of repertoire. Featuring Mozart’s radiant String Quartet No. 16 in E-flat Major, K. 428; Bartók’s riveting String Quartet No. 3; and Dvořák’s warm and lyrical String Quartet No. 13 in G Major, op. 106, Escher presents a thoughtfully curated evening that highlights the group’s versatility and brilliance across centuries of string quartet literature.

This special performance also welcomes a new face to our community: cellist Brook Speltz, a core member of the quartet, will be in residence this spring as a member of our conservatory faculty.

Join us for a luminous evening of chamber music — and a powerful reflection of the extraordinary artists and visionaries inspiring our students and shaping the future of our field.

The Performing Arts Live series is supported in part by funding from the Marion Park Lewis Foundation.