The Don and Catharine Bryan Cultural Series is excited to announce the return of the Surf and Sounds Chamber Music Series for its 10th year, bringing world-class chamber music to the Outer Banks. As part of this milestone season, the Surf and Sounds String Quartet will perform in Buxton on Thursday, August 22nd, at 7:00 p.m. at Cape Hatteras Secondary School.
The evening’s program will include a piece by acclaimed North Carolina composer Caroline Shaw alongside works by classical masters Haydn and Debussy. This performance is one of several across the Outer Banks, including an appearance in Manteo on Friday, August 23rd.
This event is free and open to the public. No tickets are required, but donations are welcomed and will support the ongoing work of the Bryan Cultural Series.
About the Performers
Surf and Sounds String Quartet features:
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Jake Fowler, cello: Founder of the Surf and Sounds Chamber Music Series, Jake Fowler has an illustrious career that includes tenured positions with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and international tours with the Shen Yun Performing Arts Orchestra.
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Siwoo Kim, violin: Described by The New York Times as “incisive” and “compelling,” Siwoo Kim is a sought-after soloist, chamber musician, and co-founder of the VIVO Music Festival.
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Katie Hyun, violin: An Astral Artists’ 2016 National Auditions winner, Katie Hyun is known for her versatility and passion for social justice through music. She is the founder and director of Quodlibet Ensemble.
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Luke Fleming, viola: Praised for his “glowing refinement” by The Philadelphia Inquirer, Luke Fleming is the founding artistic director of the Manhattan Chamber Players and Crescent City Chamber Music Festival.
Sponsors
The Bryan Cultural Series gratefully acknowledges the support of Towne Bank of Currituck, OBX Chevrolet Buick, Ramada Plaza Hotel of Kill Devil Hills, and Hilton Garden Inn of Kitty Hawk, whose contributions make this cultural offering possible.
About the Don and Catharine Bryan Cultural Series
The Don and Catharine Bryan Cultural Series is dedicated to providing Outer Banks residents and visitors with culturally enriching events in the visual, literary, and performing arts. The series is entirely volunteer-based, and its programs are made possible through the generous support of its sponsors and the community.
For more information about the Surf and Sounds Chamber Music Series and other upcoming events, please visit bryanculturalseries.org.
