Midsummer's Music: Octet Excitement – David Perry Leads the Strings of Midsummer’s Music and the Griffon String Quartet

The forces of the superb Griffon String Quartet and the Strings of Midsummer join forces under the guidance and example of violinist David Perry in two stunning Octets. The orchestral aura of these two works is enhanced by the unique presence of the double bass. The program begins with the haunting Chaconne by Penderecki in memory of Pope John Paul II written shortly after his death.

Ciaccona in Memoriam Giovanni Paolo II (2005) – Krzysztof Penderecki, Two Violins, Two Violas, and Two Cellos.

Octet in E Major, Op. 23 – Carl Schuberth, Four Violins, Two Violas, Cello, and Bass.

Octet in B-flat Major, Op. Posthumous – Max Bruch, Four Violins, Two Violas, Cello, and Bass.