United Strings of Europe at University Hall

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Tuesday 3 October 2023 I 7pm - 8pm

University Hall

Tickets: Pay what you decide!

Pay what you decide! We're delighted to welcome the brilliant United Strings of Europe to University Hall – a multi-cultural classical music ensemble known for its experimental and engaging programming. Appearing as a sextet, they'll be performing works by Pulitzer Prize-winning American composer Caroline Shaw, 16th Century Italian prince and composer Carlo Gesualdo, Austrian-American composer Arnold Schönberg, and 17th Century British composer Henry Purcell.

Event details

The fabulous United Strings of Europe kick off our 2023/24 season in University Hall, with our first pay what you decide concert. We've suggested a price, but will leave it to you decide the amount at the checkout.

Appearing as a sextet, United Strings of Europe will be performing works by Pulitzer Prize-winning American composer Caroline Shaw, 16th Century Italian prince and composer Carlo Gesualdo, Austrian-American composer Arnold Schönberg, and 17th Century British composer Henry Purcell

Performance information

Caroline Shaw – Entr'acte (2011) Listen on Spotify
Carlo Gesualdo (arr. Wiancko) – Tristis est anima mea (1611)
Arnold Schönberg – Verklärte Nacht (1899)
Henry Purcell (arr. Stokowski/Azkoul) – Dido's Lament (1683)

Doors: 6.30 pm
Performance: 7 pm
Running time: 1 hour
Age guidance: 7+, under 14s must be accompanied by an adult aged 18+

Concert format and pricing

Our hour-long, bite-sized concerts are an ideal introduction to different genres of music – and with a recommended ticket price, you decide what you pay. Tickets are general admission with no reserved seating, ​so please ensure you tell us about any ​access requirements for you or your party at the time of booking. ​