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Live Review: Confront Bartók’s War-torn Burlesque Quartet – Cavani by Candlelight

Cavani String Quartet is a rare all-female ensemble. Going strong for 25 years, they don’t overwork the red evening gowns or blow-dried curls. Instead, they dart bows with accuracy and elegance, indulging in much sul ponticello.

With Cavani, the Candlelight Concert series of Columbia, MD strutted out with some daring — before garnishing with usual string quartet fare: a Mendelssohn takeaway treat. Read the rest…