For over 50 years, Kronos Quartet has transformed the string quartet into one of the most adventurous and influential forces in contemporary music.
The San Francisco-based ensemble has performed thousands of concerts worldwide, released more than 70 recordings, and collaborated with an extraordinary range of composers, musicians and artists across genres. Renowned for championing new music, Kronos has commissioned over 1,100 works, helping to reshape the quartet repertoire for future generations.
With multiple Grammy Awards and numerous international honours to their name, their performances combine virtuosity, innovation and boundless curiosity, offering audiences a thrilling exploration of music that crosses borders, traditions and expectations.
Presented by St George’s and Bristol Beacon
Kronos Quartet
David Harrington violin
Gabriela Díaz violin
Ayane Kozasa viola
Paul Wiancko cello
Format: Reserved seating
Age: 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by an adult)
Performance times
Doors: 19.00
Start: 19.30
All timings are approximate and subject to change
The ensemble created a cushion of sound, delicate and dazzling
The Strad
Beyond Beacon
More stages. More sound.
We believe a thriving music ecosystem plays a crucial role in making Bristol so special, and Beyond Beacon is our way of spotlighting a range of ground-breaking artists at iconic local venues including Rough Trade, Strange Brew, Trinity and more.
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The venue
St George’s Bristol
Getting to the venue
Location: St George’s is located near Bristol City Centre and just off Park Street. It has entrances on Great George Street and Charlotte Street (accessible).
Address: St George’s Bristol, Great George St, Bristol BS1 5RR
Bicycle
Bicycle racks can be found outside the venue on Great George Street. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking
There are limited parking facilities on-site and these are prioritised for those with Blue Badges. For those who don’t have a Blue Badge, parking in the streets around the building is on meters, which are operational 7 days a week. The nearest car parks are located on Trenchard Street, Millennium Square, West End, Brandon Street, College Street, and Frog Lane.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
Many streets around St George’s Bristol will be part of Bristol’s newly introduced Clean Air Zone the Bristol Clean Air Zone. View a map of the Zone and check if your vehicle will be charged.
Bus
The nearest bus services stop at College Green, a 2-minute walk from the venue.
Access
Mobility
St George’s Bristol has step-free access to the venue from Charlotte Street. There is a lift to all floors of the building with access to the Café Bar, glass studio and hall. The gardens are not fully accessible to wheelchairs.
Toilets
We have accessible toilets located on each level of the new building and on the ground floor beside the Box Office.
Assistance Dogs
Registered assistance dogs and emotional support animals are welcome inside the venue.
Hearing Facility
St George’s Bristol has an Assisted Listening System which can be accessed via WiFi.
Please contact St Georges Bristol if you have access requirements.
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