Thalea String Quartet - Prairie Debut Presents

With a repertoire ranging from classics to playful new works, Thalea String Quartet charms with energy and heart. Violinists Christopher Whitley and Kumiko Sakamoto, violist Lauren Spaulding, and cellist Alex Cox bring music to life with humor and elegance. This tour features pieces inspired by the natural world, from Haydn’s birdsong to Tanya Taqaq’s Arctic soundscapes. Known for vibrant performances and broad appeal, Thalea has played across three continents and collaborated with artists from Pulitzer winners to hip-hop icons. Expect dazzling string work—precise, joyful, and delivered with a wink.