String Theory Season 9: World-Class Chamber Music Lineup at Hunter Museum (2017-2018)
Experience six evenings of extraordinary chamber music and performances at the Hunter Museum of American Art for the ninth season of String Theory. This acclaimed series brings world-class musicians and artists to Chattanooga, offering inspiring evenings against the stunning backdrop of the Tennessee River, Walnut Street Bridge, and North Shore district. The intimate setting of the Hunter Museum creates the perfect atmosphere for these events.
This season features renowned artists including David Shifrin, the Danish String Quartet, Philip Setzer, and WindSync, delivering unforgettable performances from September 2017 through May 2018. Secure your seats early—check the full lineup below.
2017/2018 String Theory Lineup
Gloria Chien, Piano: One of America's premier young chamber musicians, Gloria Chien began playing piano at age five in Taiwan and made her professional debut at 16 with the Boston Symphony Orchestra. As Artistic Director of String Theory in her seventh season, she performs on Sept. 19, Dec. 12, and Mar. 6.
Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2017
Paul Neubauer, Viola: Hailed as a "master musician" by the New York Times with two Grammy nominations, Paul Neubauer serves on the faculty at Juilliard School and Mannes College.
David Shifrin, Clarinet: One of only two woodwind players to win the Avery Fisher Prize, David Shifrin is Artistic Director of the Chamber Music Society of Yale. He continually expands the genre's boundaries.
Gloria Chien, Piano: See description above.
Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2017
Danish String Quartet: Internationally acclaimed violinists Frederik Øland and Rune Tonsgaard Sørensen, violist Asbjørn Nørgaard, and cellist Fredrik Schøyen Sjølin deliver classic chamber music with a distinctive Norwegian sound.
Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2017
Philip Setzer, Violin: Founding member of the Emerson String Quartet and Juilliard alumnus, Philip Setzer has performed worldwide and earned praise from the New York Times. 
Edward Arron, Cello: Known for passionate performances and innovative pairings, Edward Arron is a resident artist for premier concert series in Connecticut and South Carolina.
Gloria Chien, Piano: See description above.
Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2018
WindSync: This innovative ensemble offers high-energy, interactive chamber music interpretations. They've performed at the Library of Congress and Shanghai Oriental Arts Center—now heading to Chattanooga's Scenic City.
Tuesday, Mar. 6, 2018
Soovin Kim, Violin: Member of the Johannes String Quartet, Soovin Kim founded the acclaimed Lake Champlain Chamber Music Festival in 2009.
Roberto Diaz, Viola: Performer and educator, Roberto Diaz is President and CEO of the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia.
Andres Diaz, Cello: Naumburg International Cello Competition winner (1986) and Georgia Academy of Music alumnus, Andres Diaz boasts an internationally celebrated career.
Gloria Chien, Piano: See description above.
Tuesday, May 1, 2018
Itamar Zorman, Violin: Born to a musical family in Israel, Itamar Zorman infuses Mediterranean themes into his performances at venues like Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center.
Bella Hristova, Violin: Praised by the Washington Post for her "impressive power and range," Bulgarian-born Bella Hristova trained at Curtis Institute and Indiana University. 
Richard O’Neill, Viola: Emmy winner, Avery Fisher Career Grant recipient, and two-time Grammy nominee, Richard O’Neill also supports global nonprofits.
Yura Lee, Viola: Avery Fisher Grant recipient and youngest "Debut Artist of the Year" at age 12, Yura Lee holds degrees from Indiana University and New England Conservatory.
Mihai Marica, Cello: Romanian-trained Mihai Marica has performed in Mexico, Russia, and with the Louisville Orchestra.
Dmitri Atapine, Cello: Yale School of Music graduate Dmitri Atapine excels in detailed, consistent performances.
For more information on the series and events, click here.
