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Fauré’s Piano Quartets: University Musical Society
Renowned Canadian violinist James Ehnes is joined by pianist Inon Barnatan, violist Jonathan Vinocour, and cellist Raphael Bell for an all-Fauré program. Among his best-known works, Gabriel Fauré’s two beloved piano quartets are masterpieces of French Romantic chamber music. No. 1, despite its minor key, is full of warmth and optimism, while No. 2 anticipates the later Impressionism of Debussy and Ravel with dreamy, vivid tonal colors, sudden harmonic shifts, and formal elegance. 7:30 p.m., Rackham Auditorium. Tickets $36–$58 (students, $15–$20) in advance at tickets.ums.org, the Michigan League, by phone, and (if available) at the door. (734) 764–2538.
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