In its Dumbarton debut, Sound Impact explores classical composers’ fascination with folk songs and musical nationalism, from Dvořák’s stirring and nostalgic “American” quartet to stunning quartet arrangements of Scandinavian folk songs by the Danish String Quartet.

Founded in 2013, (SI) is a collective of musicians dedicated to connecting, engaging, and empowering youth beyond the concert hall through performances and education programs. Its mission is underpinned by the belief that music can ignite positive social change when employed as a tool for community engagement. Sound Impact’s members perform regularly with the National Symphony Orchestra, Washington Ballet, Washington National Opera and Wolf Trap Opera.

Program:

Dvorak: String Quartet No. 12 in F Major, Op. 96, “American”

Florence Price: Five Folksongs in Counterpoint

Jungwoo Wie: “Saeya, Saeya, Paran Saeya” from Han

Selections of Scandinavian folk songs, arranged by The Danish String Quartet