The Art of Conversation

Saturday, March 26, 2011

Time
12:00 AM
Presented By
Musiqa
Event Type
Performances
Genre
New Music
Event Contact
Chris Becker
Contact Email
Description

Musiqa presents a fascinating blend of music and theater. The Grammy nominated Enso String Quartet performs world premieres by Rob Smith and Kurt Stallmann, as well as string quartets by Karim Al-Zand and Marcus Maroney, interwovenwith one-act plays by Michael Hollingers. Starring Briana Resa and Matt Hune, under the direction of Julia Traber. Presented with the support of the Alley Theatre.


Ensemble Name
Enso String Quartet
Musicians
Maureen Nelson, John Marcus, Melissa Reardon, Richard Belcher
Speakers / Participants
Briana Resa, Matt Hune
Composers
Rob Smith, Kurt Stallmann, Karim Al-Zand, Marcus Maroney
Program

String Quartet No. 3: The Art of Conversation by Karim Al-Zand
Naked Lunch (play) by Michael Hollinger
Three Pieces for String Quartet by Marcus Maroney
Spin (WORLD PREMIERE for string quartet) by Rob Smith
Truth Decay (play) by Michael Hollinger
Electronic Prelude: Following Franz, Now (WORLD PREMIERE for string quartet and electronics) by Kurt Stallman


Venue
Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
Location
800 Bagby St Zilkha Hall
Houston, TX
Phone
Musiqa office 713-524-5678, box office 713-315-2525