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Entertain, Inspire, Educate
The Capitol Quartet is a saxophone quartet specializing in chamber music recitals, symphonic concerts, and dynamic educational outreach, all presented with the highest level of artistic excellence. Whether playing classical, jazz, symphonic pops, or contemporary chamber literature, the Capitol Quartet has been delighting audiences with exhilarating virtuosity, entertaining presentation, and elegant musical style since 1991.
Recital Programs:
The Capitol Quartet presents an exciting, virtuosic and artistic selection of recital programs, including classical, contemporary chamber, jazz, and crossover repertoire.
- Bridging the Gap - Classical and Jazz crossover program
- All That Jazz - Jazz classics, jazz originals and enticing arrangements
- New Music Infusions - Contemporary Chamber repertoire
Symphonic Programs:
The Capitol Quartet offers a unique and enticing variety of symphonic programs for Saxophone Quartet and Orchestra, from Classical to Pops to Concerti, delivered with virtuosity, humor, and flair. A flexible concert format allows the combination of different works and programs to suit individual orchestras and audiences.
- Swingsational! - Swing and Jazz classics
- Classical Makeover - Symphonic favorites with a twist
- Swingin' Holiday Pops - Seasonal favorites
- Concerti - Concert works for Saxophone Quartet and Orchestra
Ask about CUSTOM SHOW programming for themes and special topics.
A. SYMPHONIC POPS WITH QUARTET - FULL SHOW
Symphonic Pops selections with Capitol Quartet, interspersed with a selection or two by the orchestra alone (Music Director's choice), combined for a complete show of varied and entertaining music.
B. CONCERTO Plus POPS: FULL SHOW
Orchestra selections plus Capitol Quartet Concerto performance for the first half; Capitol Quartet Symphonic Pops show for the second half.
C. ORCHESTRA WITH QUARTET 2nd HALF SHOW:
Orchestra performing their choice of works for the first half: Capitol Quartet performing with the orchestra for the second half. May be a specific Pops HALF-SHOW, or Hybrid of Concerto and show selections.