Music in Words with the Takács

This event is part of Takács’ Bartók: The Complete String Quartets

(In English)

Composed across three decades, Bartók’s six string quartets offer a fascinating insight into the chronology of his musical style. Hearing all six of them is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The Takács Quartet has performed the Bartók quartet cycle in music capitals throughout the world, where the group is continually hailed for its fresh interpretations. ​Prior to the two concerts at HKU, members of the Takács Quartet will engage in a conversation with Prof. Chan Hing-yan, sharing their thoughts about various aspects of the quartet cycle, ranging from Bartok’s unique musical language, innovative writing for strings, to the group’s experiences in performing the series.

Moderator: Prof. Chan Hing-yan, Department of Music, HKU

Rehearsal Room
LG1/F, Run Run Shaw Tower
Centennial Campus
The University of Hong Kong

FREE via online registration

• For ages 8+
• Approximately 1 hour without intermission
• Guests are advised to arrive punctually.
• No latecomers will be admitted until a suitable break in the programme.
• Programmes and artists subject to change