Casals Quartet Hong Kong Debut
The acclaimed Casals Quartet will make their Hong Kong debut on October 9, 2026, at the Grand Hall, Lee Shau Kee Lecture Centre, HKU. The program features classical masterpieces by Haydn and Schubert, alongside the Asian premiere of a work by Elisenda Fábregas.
- When
9 Oct 2026 20:00 - 21:30
- Location
The University of Hong Kong (Grand Hall, Lee Shau Kee Lecture Centre)
Hong Kong Island Central Central and Western
Grand Hall, Lee Shau Kee Lecture Centre, The University of Hong Kong, Pok Fu Lam Road, Hong Kong
- Vera Martínez Mehner · Violin
- Abel Tomàs Realp · Violin
- Cristina Cordero · Viola
- Arnau Tomàs Realp · Cello
- Tickets & pricing
Standard
HKD 320
Highlights
The internationally acclaimed Casals Quartet makes its highly anticipated Hong Kong debut, marking a significant milestone in the 2026/27 concert season. Since their formation in Madrid in 1997, the quartet has established themselves as one of the most prestigious ensembles in the world, honored with a decoration by Queen Sofía of Spain. This performance celebrates their thirty-year journey, showcasing the profound maturity and impeccable synergy that have defined their career.
Program
The program is thoughtfully curated to reflect both the quartet's roots and its innovative spirit. Audiences will experience Haydn’s intensity in the String Quartet in F minor, Op. 20, No. 5, and the emotional depth of Schubert’s masterpiece, 'Death and the Maiden' (D. 810). A special highlight is the Asian premiere of 'Fiery earth' by Spanish-American composer Elisenda Fábregas. This work was co-commissioned by the Casals Quartet, dedicated to them, and represents a significant addition to the contemporary chamber music repertoire.
Performers
Known for their distinctive sonority, the Casals Quartet features an exceptional ensemble: violinists Vera Martínez Mehner and Abel Tomàs Realp, violist Cristina Cordero, and cellist Arnau Tomàs Realp.
Ticketing & Details
Tickets are priced at HKD 320 and will be available starting at 12:00 PM on July 3. Attendees can benefit from the '2026/27 String Series' package, which offers a 30% discount when purchasing full-price tickets for any three concerts. Concessions are available for full-time students and people with disabilities (half-price), with a special HKD 100 rate for HKU students. Please note the event duration is approximately 90 minutes with an intermission; it is not suitable for children under 10. Arriving on time is requested.
