Cuarteto Quiroga Concert at the Luberon String Quartet Festival 2026

As part of the 2026 Luberon String Quartet Festival, under the theme “Music, the Fragrance of the Night”, the prestigious Cuarteto Quiroga from Spain presents an exceptional concert dedicated to Juan Crisóstomo de Arriaga, often nicknamed the “Spanish Mozart”.

Praised by the New York Times for the finesse and freshness of its interpretations, Cuarteto Quiroga has established itself for more than twenty years as one of the most distinctive string quartets on the international stage. Winner of Spain’s National Music Prize in 2018, the ensemble is recognized for its artistic excellence, musical rigor and its ability to create a dialogue between the great classical repertoire and contemporary creation.

Invited to the greatest European and American stages, the quartet made history by becoming the first quartet in residence at the Royal Palace of Madrid, performing on an exceptional Stradivarius quartet. A rare and refined evening to experience in the heart of the Luberon.

A program between romantic intensity and musical modernity

This concert highlights the world of Juan Crisóstomo de Arriaga, the Spanish prodigy composer who passed away far too young, whose luminous and passionate writing continues to fascinate music lovers around the world.

The concert program

The Cuarteto Quiroga offers a subtle dialogue between the works of György Kurtág and the string quartets of Juan Crisóstomo de Arriaga, creating a musical journey between classicism, contemporary tension and Spanish lyricism.

• G. Kurtág - Aus der Ferne III
• J.C. de Arriaga - String Quartet No. 1 in D minor
• G. Kurtág - Secreta
• J.C. de Arriaga - String Quartet No. 3 in E-flat major

A demanding and sensitive program highlighting the full expressive richness of the string quartet, between dramatic tension, classical elegance and emotional intensity.

The artists

• Cibrán Sierra - violin
• Joan Magrané - violin
• Jonathan Brown - viola
• Elías Arizcuren - cello

Heir to a great European tradition, Cuarteto Quiroga combines virtuosity, musical curiosity and educational commitment. Its discography, praised by international critics, reflects demanding work and many ambitious projects around both classical and contemporary repertoire.

This concert is part of the Luberon String Quartet Festival, held from August 14 to 28, 2026, a must-attend event for lovers of chamber music and authentic musical emotions.