EIF 26: Gringolts Quartet
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The distinguished Gringolts Quartet will grace the stage at The Queen's Hall on Monday 24 August, a highlight of the Edinburgh International Festival. Their meticulously curated programme offers a compelling interweaving of Franz Schubert's profoundly moving final string quartet with three distinctive works by the celebrated Hungarian composer György Kurtág, marking his centenary year. Renowned for their exceptionally cohesive and beautifully integrated sound, the quartet promises to forge a captivating dialogue between these compositions, spanning different centuries and musical sensibilities. This thoughtful juxtaposition will allow audiences to explore the enduring power of Schubert's late masterpiece alongside the intricate and often intensely personal language of Kurtág. The evening is set to be a profound exploration of musical legacy and contemporary innovation, delivered with the Gringolts Quartet's signature artistry and precision.
The Gringolts Quartet will perform a programme that interweaves Franz Schubert's String Quartet No. 15 in G with three compositions by György Kurtág, celebrating the latter's centenary. Kurtág's Officium breve in memoriam Andreae Szervánszky pays tribute to a fellow composer, combining original music with arrangements of pieces by Endre Szervánszky and Anton Webern. The programme also features Kurtág's Hommage à Jacob Obrecht and Microludes, each lasting under two minutes.
The Gringolts Quartet is known for their cohesive and beautifully integrated sound, described by The Herald as 'beautifully integrated'. They will create a lively dialogue between the compositions from different eras, forging a captivating connection between Schubert's late masterpiece and Kurtág's intricate and often intensely personal language.
The recital is scheduled to take place at The Queen's Hall on Monday 24 August at 11:00.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
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EIF 26: Gringolts Quartet takes place on Monday, 24 August 2026 at 12:00.
EIF 26: Gringolts Quartet is held at The Queen's Hall in Edinburgh (85-89 Clerk Street, Edinburgh EH8 9JG).
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The distinguished Gringolts Quartet will grace the stage at The Queen's Hall on Monday 24 August, a highlight of the Edinburgh International Festival. Their meticulously curated programme offers a compelling interweaving of Franz Schubert's profoundly moving final string quartet with three distinctive works by the celebrated Hungarian composer György Kurtág, marking his centenary year.
Renowned for their exceptionally cohesive and beautifully integrated sound, the quartet promises to forge a captivating dialogue between these compositions, spanning different centuries and musical sensibilities. This thoughtful juxtaposition will allow audiences to explore the enduring power of Schubert's late masterpiece alongside the intricate and often intensely personal language of Kurtág. The evening is set to be a profound exploration of musical legacy and contemporary innovation, delivered with the Gringolts Quartet's signature artistry and precision.
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The Gringolts Quartet will perform a programme that interweaves Franz Schubert's String Quartet No. 15 in G with three compositions by György Kurtág, celebrating the latter's centenary. Kurtág's Officium breve in memoriam Andreae Szervánszky pays tribute to a fellow composer, combining original music with arrangements of pieces by Endre Szervánszky and Anton Webern. The programme also features Kurtág's Hommage à Jacob Obrecht and Microludes, each lasting under two minutes.
The Gringolts Quartet is known for their cohesive and beautifully integrated sound, described by The Herald as 'beautifully integrated'. They will create a lively dialogue between the compositions from different eras, forging a captivating connection between Schubert's late masterpiece and Kurtág's intricate and often intensely personal language.
The recital is scheduled to take place at The Queen's Hall on Monday 24 August at 11:00.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is EIF 26: Gringolts Quartet?
EIF 26: Gringolts Quartet takes place on Monday, 24 August 2026 at 12:00.
Where is EIF 26: Gringolts Quartet taking place?
EIF 26: Gringolts Quartet is held at The Queen's Hall in Edinburgh (85-89 Clerk Street, Edinburgh EH8 9JG).
How do I get tickets for EIF 26: Gringolts Quartet?
Tickets for EIF 26: Gringolts Quartet can be booked via thequeenshall.net using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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