Welcome from the Director
Welcome to the 2023-2024 season of the Harrington String Quartet, proudly presenting "LALLAPALOOSA!" We are delighted to celebrate our 42nd year with a thrilling lineup of performances that promise to captivate and inspire.
The success of the School of Music at West Texas A&M University is fueled by the support of exceptional students, teachers, and visionary donors. The Harrington String Quartet, founded through the generous endowment of Sybil B. Harrington in the late 1970s, now shines on the global stage as a cornerstone of our musical legacy.
As we look ahead to the 2023-2024 season, we are thrilled to present three remarkable concerts. On Friday, November 3, 2023, at 7:30 PM in the Northen Recital Hall, join us for "RAVISHING," featuring works by Ernest Bloch, Ermend Bonnal, and Franz Schubert's iconic "Death and the Maiden" String Quartet.
On Sunday, February 25, 2024, at 5 PM in the Northen Recital Hall, we invite you to experience "SUMPTUOUS," with enchanting compositions by Henry Purcell, Felix Mendelssohn, and Antonín Dvořák's splendid String Quartet in C major.
Lastly, on Friday, April 26, 2024, at 7:30 PM in the Northen Recital Hall, we conclude our season with "DELECTABLE," showcasing the brilliance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the poignancy of Samuel Barber's Adagio, and a stunning collaboration with guest artist Ludmil Angelov, performing Anton Arensky's Piano Quintet Op. 51.
As always, we are immensely grateful to our Stringendo members, whose generous support plays a vital role in sustaining the excellence of the Harrington String Quartet. We welcome anyone who wishes to join us in support of this outstanding cultural resource.
We eagerly anticipate celebrating the rich legacy of the past 40 years and embracing an even brighter future with you at our side. On behalf of the School of Music, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2023-2024 season of the Harrington String Quartet.
Sincerely,
Dr. BJ Brooks
Director of the School of Music