Coming Up Next…
Fall 2023
Viet Cuong: Concerto Grosso
October 24, 2023, 7:30PM
Crickets Theatre, Buddy Holly Hall
Lubbock, TX
FREE EVENT
Aruna Quartet joins the Texas Tech Symphonic Wind Ensemble and Sarah McKoin for the WORLD PREMIERE of Viet Cuong’s new concerto grosso for saxophone quartet and wind ensemble. More information coming soon.
Spring 2023
Aruna Quartet Presents: Premieres
April 21, 7:30PM
The Rosette
Austin, TX
Join us for a laid-back evening of chamber music as they present WORLD PREMIERES by Andrew Cote, Rob McClure, AJ Perry, and more! Tickets on sale now.
Viet Cuong: Concerto Grosso
March 23, 7:30PM POSTPONED
Lubbock, TX
NOTE - This event has been postponed to our Fall season. Date will be announced soon. Aruna Quartet joins the Texas Tech Symphonic Wind Ensemble and Sarah McKoin for the WORLD PREMIERE of Viet Cuong’s new concerto grosso for saxophone quartet and wind ensemble. More information coming soon.
2022
Live in Durango
July 13, 6:00PM
Powerhouse Science Center
Durango, CO
FREE EVENT - Join us at the Powerhouse Science Center and hear us play some of our old favorites with food, drinks, and fun for the whole family!
Music in the Mountains
July 12, 6:00PM
Sky Ute Resort & Casino
Ignacio, CO
This fundraiser event supports the music education, outreach, and scholarship programs of the Music in the Mountains Festival. For more information visit musicinthemountains.com
Avaloch Farm
June 26 - July 9
Boscawen, NH
Aruna will spend a couple weeks in the beautiful woods of New Hampshire rehearsing, recording, and above all workshopping a new concerto grosso with Viet Cuong.
Aruna Quartet Presents: Saxophone Symbols
January 8, 7:30PM
Hemmle Recital Hall, Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
FREE SHOW - The Aruna Quartet joins forces with the Mirasol Quartet, David Dees and Nataliya Sukhina to present music of William Albright and J.S. Bach. One night only!
2021
Aruna Quartet Presents: Austin Perry
March 19, 5:00PM CT
Virtual
Join us as we present our full video production of Austin Perry’s “Cloud Decks and Turbines” which will simultaneously release on youtube, facebook, and instagram. Afterwards, grab a drink for our Zoom reception with the composer - link will be in the description of the video.
Aruna Quartet Presents: Live in Lubbock
July 16, 7:30PM
Garden Arts Center
Lubbock, TX
Join us at the Garden Arts Center as we present music of Austin Perry, Amy Beach, Gemma Peacocke, and Alexander Glazunov. Featuring special guests, Carmesí Quartet.
NASA Region 4 Conference
March 14, 10:00AM CT
Virtual
Join us for the WORLD PREMIERE of Austin Perry’s “Cloud Decks and Turbines” at the North American Saxophone Alliance Region 4 Virtual Conference. We shot this video which features shots of the West Texas vistas that inspired the piece in December 2020. Extensive precautions were taken during the rehearsal and recording process to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
2020
Due to the impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic, The Aruna Quartet’s Scheduled Appearances at the Emilia-Romagna Festival and with the Southwest Symphony have been indefinitely postponed
William Albright - Valley of Fire
March 9, 10:00AM
Organ Hall, Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
At this North American Saxophone Alliance Biennial Conference we are joining forces with Samuel Gaskin (organ) to present William Albright’s “Valley of Fire.” This obscure work for saxophone quartet and organ paints a picture of terrifying and awesome natural forces in Nevada’s Valley of Fire State Park. The work begins with the quartet playing two soprano saxophones and two alto saxophones — the work ends with two tenor saxophones, a baritone and a bass saxophone.
Aruna + Scio Octet
March 9, 11:20AM
Organ Hall, Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
At this North American Saxophone Alliance Biennial Conference we are joining forces with the award winning Scio Quartet to present Michael Matthews arrangement of Igor Stravinsky’s “Octet for Wind Instruments.”
TMEA: It Starts with Music
February 13, 8:15AM
Lila Cockerel Theatre
San Antonio, TX
We are excited to be a featured artist in Texas Music Educators Association’s centennial celebration entitled “It Starts with Music.” The program will highlight the importance of music education from youth through adulthood.
International Saxophone Symposium
January 10, 4:30PM
Choir Room, George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
FREE SHOW - Join us at the Navy Band International Saxophone Symposium as we present William Albright’s “Fantasy Etudes”.
2019
University of Milwaukee
September 26, 7:30PM
Peck School of the Arts, University of Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI
This recital is part of the Aruna Quartet’s residence at the University of Milwaukee.
December Educational Tour
December 10-20
Austin & San Antonio, TX
The Aruna Quartet embarks on a whirlwind tour of middle schools and high schools in Central Texas.
Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concert
September 25, 12:15PM
Chicago Cultural Center
Chicago, IL
Join us as we perform on the long-running Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concert Series in downtown Chicago. The program will also be broadcast on WFMT.
Howard Center Presents Series
September 22, 7:30PM
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI
Join us for a program of works by Phillip Glass, David Ludwig, David Maslanka, Alaxander Glazunov, Edvard Grieg, Guillermo Lago, and more. This performance is presented as part of the “Fischoff Double Gold Tour”.
Guest Artist Concert
September 21, 7:30PM
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN
Join us for a program of works by Phillip Glass, David Ludwig, David Maslanka, Alaxander Glazunov, Edvard Grieg, Guillermo Lago, and more. This performance is presented as part of the “Fischoff Double Gold Tour”.
Rieth Chamber Series
September 20, 7:30PM
Goshen College
Goshen, IN
Join us for a program of works by Phillip Glass, David Ludwig, David Maslanka, Alaxander Glazunov, Edvard Grieg, Guillermo Lago, and more. This performance is presented as part of the “Fischoff Double Gold Tour”.
Con Spirito Chamber Music Series
September 19, 7:00PM
Thiel College
Greenville, PA
Join us for a program of works by Phillip Glass, David Ludwig, David Maslanka, Alaxander Glazunov, Edvard Grieg, Guillermo Lago, and more. This performance is presented as part of the “Fischoff Double Gold Tour”.
Double Gold Send-Off
September 16, 6:30PM
Hemmle Recital Hall, Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
Join us for a program of works by Phillip Glass, David Ludwig, David Maslanka, Alaxander Glazunov, Edvard Grieg, Guillermo Lago, and more. This performance is our hometown show before embarking on the “Fischoff Double Gold Tour”.