Arianna String Quartet: John McGrosso, Violin; Corinne Stillwell, Violin; Joanna Mendoza, Viola; Kurt Baldwin, Cello
Felix MENDELSSOHN String Quartet in A Minor, Opus 13, “Is It True?”
Gabriela LENA FRANK Kanto Kechua #4, “For Béla”
Ludwig van BEETHOVEN String Quartet in F Major, Opus 59/1, “Razumovsky”
The Arianna String Quartet has established itself as one of America’s finest chamber ensembles, celebrated for a signature style that balances profound technical precision with a gripping emotional narrative. Renowned both on stage for their brilliant architectural clarity and off stage for their dedicated educational initiatives, the quartet offers audiences a rare, intimate look at the creative impulses that drive core masterworks.
Whether navigating the romantic yearning of Mendelssohn, the vibrant, cross-cultural landscapes of Gabriela Lena Frank, or the sweeping majesty of Beethoven’s “Razumovsky” quartets, the Arianna String Quartet consistently delivers deeply moving and unforgettable performances.
“An ensemble defined by its brilliant architectural clarity, exceptional warmth of sound, and a gripping emotional narrative.” — Chicago Classical Review
