Sat Aug 3 15:00

Siblings by nature, quartet colleagues by choice, the Despax Quartet bring an almost telepathic synchronization to their performances that only many years of bonding can create. With a diverse and eclectic repertoire from Taylor Swift to Piazzolla to Mozart, this family group has something for everyone. Catch them on Saturday or Sunday on the grounds of Rideau Hall, or with Cris Derksen on our Chamberfringe series!

• Quatuor Despaxstring quartet
• Cendrine Despaxviolin
• Jean Despaxviolin
• Maxime Despaxviola
• Valérie Despaxcello

Returning to the hallowed grounds of Rideau Hall (home of Canada’s Governor General), Chamberfest brings four afternoon shows to animate their outdoor gardens this summer. Bring a blanket or chairs and picnic in style with a view of the Rideau Hall fountains and residence while listening to Chamberfest performers in the Grove. To kick off or finish up your concert experience, consider taking a tour of the Rideau Hall Residence, and/or walk with the bagpiping guards as they do their top-of-the-hour march from the front gate to the fountains.

Please note: due to the heat warnings this weekend, this concert will take place inside Rideau Hall in the Tent Room.