Takács Quartet

Monday & Tuesday
December 8 & 9, 2025
7:30 pm
Lincoln Performance Hall

Past Event - December 8 Past Event - December 9

Now entering its fiftieth anniversary season, the Takács Quartet is widely recognized as one of the world’s great ensembles. Known for the vitality of its interpretation, and the ability to convey every nuance through an effortless chemistry, this year the Quartet is joined on Tuesday by violist Jordan Bak for rarely performed Mozart viola quintets.

“Classical music doesn’t get much more life-enhancing than this.” The Guardian

FREE MASTERCLASS! Don’t miss this special opportunity! you’re invited to attend a free masterclass on Tuesday, December 9 at 12:00 PM in Lincoln Hall, Room 326. The members of the Takács Quartet will be coaching a PSU student string quartet—an inspiring chance to watch these world-renowned artists in “teaching mode.” You don’t need to be a musician to appreciate the insight, artistry, and behind-the-scenes look at how great chamber music comes to life. We’d love to see you there!

Program: Monday, December 8

HAYDN Quartet No. 59 in G minor Op. 74, No. 3, “The Rider”
Clarice ASSAD New commissioned work
DEBUSSY Quartet in G minor, Op. 10

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Program: Tuesday, December 9

SCHUBERT Quartettsatz in C minor, D. 703
MOZART Viola Quintet in C Major, Op. 515
MOZART Viola Quintet in G minor, Op. 516

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