Member of the Kewhira String Quartet perform during their ‘debut’ concert at the Bundrock Chapel Auditorium, Patkai Christian College (Autonomous) on April 24. (Morung Photo)
Kewhira String Quartet, a gifted ensemble formed in 2021, graced their alma mater, the Patkai Christian College (Autonomous), with their first full-length concert on April 24.
The Quartet, comprised of Zhavi Matthew Whuorie (Violin 1), Thejasevor Kerhüo (Violin 2), Vikesono Pfukha Thono (Violist), and Vilhoubeizo Kire (Cellist), took the audience on a touching musical journey at the PCC’s Bundrock Chapel Auditorium.
The venue held special significance for the Quartet, as it was at the Margaret Shishak School of Music (MSSM) at PCC (A) where they first formally learned and honed their skills.
With the self-initiated concert, the Quartet aimed to give back to the institution by raising funds for the ‘much-needed’ renovation of the MSSM Auditorium.
The evening commenced with Mozart's familiar "Eine kleine Nachtmusik" (Little Night Music), showcasing the Quartet's adeptness in classical repertoire.
However, they also delighted the audience with an eclectic mix of over a dozen classical and contemporary pieces, catering to both purists and those with more liberal musical tastes. The repertoire included a Rengma Naga piece, an Australian Bush song, "How Does A Moment Last Forever" from Beauty and the Beast, and a medley from the 1988 Japanese animated fantasy film ‘My Neighbor Totoro.’
The Kewhira String Quartet also paid a touching tribute to the late Margaret Anne Shishak, PCC co-founder and the main architect of MSSM, with their aptly titled hymn arrangement, "Be Thou My Vision," followed by a heartfelt rendition of Samuel Barber's "Adagio for Strings."
The night concluded with joyful "To God Be the Glory."
The members of the Kewhira String Quartet shared that their vision is to promote classical music, establish their own school of strings, and perform in different states and countries.
They are also passionate about educating the younger generation and creating their own compositions.
The debut concert was a testament to their dedication.
Morung Express News
