Escher String Quartet

Sunday, October 18, 2026, 7 p.m.

Adam Barnett-Hart, violin; Bryan Lee, violin; Pierre Lapointe, viola; Brook Speltz, cello

6:00 PM – Pre-concert talk by Stanford cellist and educator Christopher Costanza
7:00 PM – Concert
9:00 PM – Celebrate with a complimentary glass of wine and dessert!

About the Escher String Quartet

“Believe the buzz… the performance’s finesse, braininess, and ebullience characterized the rest of the concert.” — The Arts Fuse

The Escher String Quartet has established itself as one of the most accomplished chamber ensembles of its generation. Formed in New York City in 2005, and named after the Dutch graphic artist M.C. Escher, the quartet is celebrated for performances that combine technical brilliance, interpretive insight, and a distinctive ensemble sound. The group serves as Artists of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and has earned international recognition for its commitment to both the core string quartet repertoire and contemporary music.

The quartet has appeared at many of the world’s leading concert halls and festivals, including London’s Wigmore Hall, Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, the Kennedy Center, Paris’s Auditorium du Louvre, and major chamber music festivals throughout North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. Praised by critics for their precision, warmth, and expressive depth, the Escher String Quartet has received numerous honors, including the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant and Lincoln Center’s Martin E. Segal Award.

The ensemble’s critically acclaimed recording projects include the complete string quartets of Alexander Zemlinsky and Felix Mendelssohn and more. Through its adventurous programming and consistently compelling performances, the Escher String Quartet continues to be recognized as one of the leading chamber ensembles on the international stage.

Ticket Pricing:
Single tickets are priced: $68 (Adult), $65 (Seniors, age 62+) and $30 (Youth, age 30 and below).
All ticket prices are inclusive of fees.
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