<p>The string quartet constantly uses breath as a means of connecting with one another in its playing – conscious breath plays a crucial role in the hours before a performance, in the moments before playing, and of course during and afterwards too. By focusing on an element that is as universal and infinitely subtle as breath, inviting a guide from the audience into the quartet, and opening themselves to the possibility of being manipulated by this new force, the quartet hopes to forge a new type of connection between themselves, their guide, each other, and the audience. The repertoire chosen to illustrate this centers around a broader theme of memory and reflection, which the quartet feels offers special meaning in the context of breath and all that breath represents.</p> <p><strong>MUSIC PROGRAM</strong></p> <p>Franz Joseph Haydn –  Op.76 No.5 in E flat major, III. Minuet and trio</p> <p>Ludwig van Beethoven – Op.18 No.3 in D major,II. Andante con moto [total section: 20<br /> minutes]</p> <p>Gérard Pesson – ‘Respirez, ne respirez plus’ (‘breathe, don’t breathe’)</p> <p>Johann Sebastian Bach – Allein Gott in der Höh sei Ehr BWV662 & O Mensch, bewein dein Sünde gross BWV622</p> <p>Kaija Saariaho – ‘Terra Memoria’</p>