Retrospektiv
Monday, February 23, 2026 at 7:30pm
First Congregational Church
Marking a decade of fearless artistry, enSRQ looks back on the works that have inspired both musicians and audiences over the past ten years—while also showcasing exciting new voices. Caroline Shaw’s Entr’acte reframes the elegance of classical form through a contemporary lens. A new co-commission from Che Buford arrives as part of the Cross-Country Chamber Consortium, brimming with fresh ideas and vivid color. Roger Zare’s Finding Equilibrium, a world premiere, pairs string quartet with bass clarinet in a balance of lyricism and energy. Closing the evening, Kevin Puts’ And Legions Will Rise sends violin, clarinet, and marimba into an exhilarating, uplifting culmination.
Program

Caroline Shaw
Americanb. 1982
Entr'acte
Year: 2011Duration: 12'
Samantha Bennett,violin
Jennifer Best Takeda,violin
Stephanie Block,viola

Che Buford
American
New Work
Year: 2026Duration: 15'
commissionpremiere
Calvin Falwell,clarinet
Wesley Ducote,piano
Samantha Bennett,violin

Roger Zare
Americanb. 1985
Finding Equilibrium
Year: 2025Duration: 15'
premiere
Samantha Bennett,violin
Jennifer Best Takeda,violin
Stephanie Block,viola
Calvin Falwell,bass-clarinet

Kevin Puts
Americanb. 1972
And Legions Will Rise
Year: 2001Duration: 17'
Samantha Bennett,violin
Stephanie Key,clarinet
George Nickson,marimba