Courtenay & Friends: Death and the Maiden

Join us for a thrilling evening of live music, in the uniquely intimate setting of the Simply for Strings Old Church. A powerful journey through a kaleidoscope of emotion, Schubert’s String Quartet No. 14, “Death and the Maiden” is regarded as one of the pillars of the chamber music repertoire for good reason. Luckily, as four of Australia’s most exciting performers, Courtenay Cleary, Samuel Andrews, Nicole Greentree and Louise King are more than a match for this captivating masterpiece.

Beginning with lush romanticism from Rebecca Clarke, musical architecture from Iannis Xenakis and Darius Mihauld’s atmospheric Duo for Two Violins Op. 258, the evening will be bookended by wine, cheese and good company on the Simply for Strings terrace, with views across the Brisbane skyline.

A new concert residency at Simply for Strings featuring acclaimed violin soloist Courtenay Cleary, our last Courtenay & friends concert sold out in record time, and tickets are strictly limited for this intimate event, so book now to avoid missing out!

Performers:
Courtenay Cleary - violin
Samuel Andrews - violin
Nicole Greentree - viola
Louise King - cello

Program:
Iannis Xenakis — Dhiply Zyia, for violin and cello
Rebecca Clarke — Lullaby and Grotesque, for viola and cello
Darius Milhaud — Duo for Two Violins Op. 258
– Interval –
Franz Schubert — String Quartet No.14 in D minor “Death and the Maiden”

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Simply for Strings and the performers respectfully acknowledge the traditional owners of the land we hold this event on, the Turrbal and Jagera people. We pay respects to elders past, present and emerging, and acknowledge the important ongoing contributions our first nations communities make to our music and arts scenes.

COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS AND REFUNDS
In the case the event has to be cancelled or postponed, all ticketholders are eligible for a full refund. This will be a fully COVID-safe event, complying with all QLD government health requirements and recommendations. All patrons will be required to check in at entry, use hand sanitiser at entry, and wear masks as per current mandates. If you are experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, please stay home. You can request a full refund in the case you are unable to attend due to displaying cold and flu symptoms—and will receive our sincere thanks for keeping this event and our community safe.

ACCESSIBILITY
There is one small step up to the main entrance. Restroom facilities are not equipped to be specifically accessible and are accessed through regular-width doors, but are accessed via same floor level as performance space. There is a clear, well-lit pathway from entrance to performance space. For access needs, we have an access assistant available upon request, and reserved seating for audiences with different access needs. Please contact the event organisers if you have any accessibility questions at all.