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Classical Evenings Series

Presented by Patti Bringe and Richard Blomquist

KUTTEMPEROOR AUDITORIUM

Mendelssohn String Quartet

with Jonathan Biss on piano
Saturday, May 17, 2008, 8:00 pm

Sponsored by JoAnne and Don Krause

Photo Credit Jillian Edelstein for EMI Classics

One of today’s most elegant chamber groups, the Mendelssohn String Quartet, joins forces with fiery young pianist Jonathan Biss to present a program of Beethoven, Bartok, and Elgar that will leave classical music lovers yearning for more.

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Single tickets are $45; senior/student $41; children (ages 6-9) $23; groups of 10 or more $36

For special needs seating or group sales, please call contact the Wilson Center Box Office at (262) 781-9520.

Artist Dialogue with Mendelssohn String Quartet and pianist Jonathan Biss

Saturday, May 17, post-show (approx. 10:00 pm)

DAWES STUDIO THEATER

Join Wilson Center Executive Director, Jonathan Winkle, for a moderated artist dialogue with the musicians at this Special BackStage Member Event. Enjoy coffee and dessert while listening to them discuss their music and life experiences. Reserve your spot by emailing rsvp@wilson-center.com.

Master Class with Mendelssohn String Quartet
Saturday, May 17, 10:00 am−12:00 pm
DAWES STUDIO THEATER
In conjunction with their evening performance, the entire Quartet will lead a morning master class for several area string ensembles from the String Academy, the UWM graduate music program, the Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra, and the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music—a great opportunity for young musicians to observe and learn! FREE and open to the public. For more information, contact the Wilson Center Education Office at (262) 781-9470 x5023.

Contributing Sponsor: Hampton Inn