Westchester Chamber Music Society Presents The Ivalas Quartet in Concert on December 7
The acclaimed Ivalas Quartet will perform for the Westchester Chamber Music Society (WCMS) on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 4:00 PM, at Congregation Emanu-El of Westchester (2125 Westchester Avenue, Rye, NY). The program will include pieces by Haydn, Joji Yuasa, Coleridge-Taylor, and Debussy. The concert will be followed by a wine & cheese reception with the musicians.
Formed with a shared passion for promoting diverse voices in classical music, the Ivalas Quartet has quickly earned a reputation for its expressive artistry, technical mastery, and commitment to representing composers of color in the canon of chamber music. The ensemble features Reuben Kebede and Tiani Butts, violins; Marcus Stevenson, viola; and Pedro Sánchez, cello.
“We’re delighted to welcome the Ivalas Quartet as part of our 75th season,” said Shelley Lotter, President of WCMS. “Their artistry, energy, and mission align with our commitment to present inspiring pieces from the traditional repertoire and bring fresh voices to our audiences.”
This special concert is part of the Westchester Chamber Music Society’s Diamond Jubilee, celebrating 75 seasons of bringing world-class chamber music to the community. Ticket Information: First-time attendees: $25 (special discount rate); General Admission: $45 online / $50 at the door; Remote Viewing: $30 (livestream option); Students & Children: Free. For tickets and more information, visit www.WestchesterChamberMusicSociety.com
The Ivalas Quartet, praised for their “expressive intimacy and fearless commitment to musical storytelling,” has performed on premier stages across the United States, including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. The ensemble was recently named a Graduate Quartet-in-Residence at Juilliard, where they studied with members of the Juilliard String Quartet. Dedicated to expanding representation in classical music, the Ivalas champions works by underrepresented composers, performing them alongside the standard repertoire to create powerful, inclusive programs that reflect the richness of the world today. For more information on the Ivalas Quartet, visit www.ivalasquartet.com.