Wood Songs: Clarinet Quintets by Mozart & Brahms

Featuring Frank Sanders (Clarinet), Reiko Niiya (Violin), Natalia Rosen (Violin), Rachel Cox (Viola), and Carly Fulcher (Cello)

Join us for an unforgettable evening of chamber music as two of the greatest works ever written for clarinet and string quartet come to life in the intimate setting of the Music Arts & Community Center.

Mozart’s Clarinet Quintet in A Major, K. 581 is a radiant gem of the Classical era—graceful, lyrical, and full of charm. Written for his close friend and clarinet virtuoso Anton Stadler, the piece sparkles with elegance and effortless beauty.

Brahms’ Clarinet Quintet in B minor, Op. 115, composed near the end of his life, is a work of deep emotional resonance. With its lush textures and introspective mood, it captures the soulful voice of the clarinet in a moving dialogue with the strings.

Together, these masterpieces explore the full expressive range of the clarinet, from Mozart’s sunny warmth to Brahms’ tender melancholy. Whether you’re a devoted chamber music enthusiast or discovering these works for the first time, this concert offers a rare and powerful musical experience.