Calidore String Quartet live in Bantry

Experience Calidore String Quartet live on June 28th

The Calidore String Quartet is scheduled to perform at St Brendan’s Church in Bantry, County Cork, Ireland on June 28, 2026. The quartet is known for its passionate and virtuosic performances, encompassing a broad repertoire from established classical works to contemporary compositions. Their interpretations are frequently praised for their emotional depth and technical precision, demonstrating a commitment to both tradition and innovation within the string quartet genre. They have received numerous awards including a Charles Ives Quartet Award and performing residencies with organizations like the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center.

St Brendan’s Church, located in Bantry town centre, is a significant historical building. Originally constructed in 1789-1790 as a Commissioners' Church – one of a series built in Ireland under government funding – it represents a key example of late Georgian architecture. Designed by architect John Hargrave, the church features a distinctive rectangular plan and underwent substantial restoration work in the 1980s following damage from structural issues. The church’s acoustics are noted for their resonance, making it a favoured venue for musical performances alongside its primary function as a place of worship within the Roman Catholic Diocese of Cork and Ross.