Arola Quartet and Irene Chen
Blending the refined artistry of Taiwanese clarinetist Irene Chen with the vibrant energy of the young Arola Quartet, this clarinet quintet offers chamber music of striking clarity and emotional depth. Their interpretations — from Mozart’s timeless Clarinet Quintet to vivid arrangements like Verdi’s La Traviata — are marked by lyrical expressiveness, ensemble precision, and fresh musical insight. A unique collaboration that bridges generations, their performances sparkle with warmth, intelligence, and a shared joy of music-making.
Clarinetist Irene Chen & the Arola Quartet
The collaboration between seasoned Taiwanese clarinetist Irene Chen and the young, vibrant Arola Quartet brings a rare combination of refined musical insight and fresh interpretive energy to the chamber music stage. Their performances sparkle with stylistic clarity, warmth, and a deep sense of dialogue — qualities that have already captivated audiences in recent appearances across Switzerland.
Irene Chen, known for her lyrical tone and expressive depth, anchors the quintet with a poised and elegant presence. Her mature artistry is beautifully complemented by the Arola Quartet’s youthful dynamism and nuanced ensemble playing. Together, they craft performances that are both technically polished and emotionally compelling.
Their recent interpretations of Mozart’s Clarinet Quintet in A major, K. 581 and a vivid arrangement of Verdi’s La Traviata demonstrate the group’s versatility — equally at home in classical elegance and operatic drama. Whether illuminating well-loved repertoire or exploring imaginative transcriptions, this quintet offers festival audiences an experience that is intimate, radiant, and musically alive.
Ideal for chamber series and cross-genre programming alike, the ensemble presents a unique intergenerational collaboration — where spirited string playing meets clarinet mastery in a partnership of true artistic chemistry.
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