The Acis String Quartet - Chesapeake, VA

The Acis String Quartet is excited to present its inaugural concert series this March, bringing a special performance to Saint Thomas Episcopal Church in Chesapeake, Virginia.

Presented by Galatea Chamber Music, the series will include works by Shostakovich and Haydn, sharing a colorful contrast of emotional depth.

This concert is free and open to the public, providing an opportunity to experience live chamber music in an intimate setting. While donations are not required, they are encouraged and needed to support future performances. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to classical music, we welcome you to join us for this performance!

The Acis String Quartet, established in 2024, is a vibrant new force in chamber music, growing upon the legacy of Galatea. The ensemble features violinists Hoorig Poochikian and Johnathan Spence, violist Dave Phillips, and cellist Emma Hays Johnson. With a shared dedication to musical excellence and creative collaboration, they connect with a wide range of audiences through innovative outreach efforts and provide free concerts each year to enhance accessibility in the realm of chamber music, ensuring it reaches everyone.

Info: Program: Joseph Haydn - String Quartet Op. 77, No. 1 in G major, brief intermission, Dmitri Shostakovich - String Quartet Op. 117, No. 9 in E flat major

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

St Thomas Episcopal Church, Mann Drive, Chesapeake, VA, USA, United States