Featuring one of the most beloved and profound works in the chamber repertoire, AWE Chicago 2026 reaches its finale at the Driehaus Museum’s Murphy Auditorium with Schubert’s sublime String Quintet; the last work he completed, steeped in lyricism, intimacy, and the spirit of the Vienna he adored. Some say its echoes can still be heard from one of his favorite haunts, the Red Hedgehog inn, where he went to hear folk musicians from Hungary, Romania, and beyond. Opening the program are two captivating violin duos by celebrated New Zealand composers Eve de Castro-Robinson and John Psathas, setting the stage before we are swept into Schubert’s expansive masterpiece; a work that continues to inspire and move listeners across generations and continents. 

Program:
Eve De Castro-Robinson (NZ) Bird Sung Sky for two violins, AWE Commission
John Psathas (NZ) The Fall for two violins, AWE Commission
Franz Schubert String Quintet in C Major, D 956

This event is free and open to the public, with donations gratefully accepted in support of the Museum’s ongoing cultural programming and community days.

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