When words fail, music speaks. The award-winning Calidore String Quartet pairs two quartets recently recorded for their newest album, Babel. These two works by Robert Schumann and Dmitri Shostakovich stem from bleak periods when each composer suffered, and overcame, depression. Their music transmits what occurs when music substitutes for language. In the case of Shostakovich, words aren’t enough to fill the void of forbidden speech. Schumann uses music to sing the name of his wife, Clara. Available for viewing on February 26th, 2021 through March 18, 2021. Presented by Emerald City Music: South Lake Union’s home for non-traditional, eclectic classical music performances. This event premieres on February 26, 2021 at 7:00pm PT and remains accessible through March 18, 2021. Household on-demand streaming ticket is $20. More info: Babel – February 2021 — Emerald City Music
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