Brodsky Quartet / Shostakovich Cycle 5
Eastgate Theatre & Music in Peebles is thrilled to present a unique opportunity to experience all 15 of Shostakovich’s extraordinary string quartets across five unforgettable concerts in a single weekend. This exclusive event marks the only complete Shostakovich quartet cycle in Scotland this year and coincides with the 50th anniversary of the composer’s passing. Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in the profound genius of one of the 20th century’s greatest composers. Shostakovich String Quartet No. 10 in A flat major, Op. 118 Shostakovich String Quartet No. 15 in E flat minor, Op. 144 Concluding the cycle, this programme captures the breadth of Shostakovich’s emotional and musical world. The Tenth Quartet juxtaposes a chilling, unrelenting Allegretto with moments of breathtaking beauty and calm, while the Fifteenth Quartet offers a profound meditation on life and death. Its six continuous movements create a deeply moving, almost spiritual experience, filled with haunting stillness and glimmers of hope. A weekend pass for all 5 concerts is available for £80. Please call our Box Office on 01721 725777, or visit us in person to book this special offer.
