Cocktails & Classical at ARTISANworks

Pegasus Rising presents rising stars Quartet Novalis in a 1-hour concert in a unique setting! Free and open to the public, all ages welcome. Cocktails and Classical at ARTISANworks Pegasus Rising presents Quartet Novalis Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 7:30 PM ARTISANworks – Vertigo Heights RoomRochester, NY Free Admission | Open to the Public | All Ages Welcome Join Pegasus Early Music at ARTISANworks for an intimate performance by Quartet Novalis, a New York City-based string quartet bringing a fresh perspective to works by Fanny Mendelssohn, Dvořák, Mozart, and Puccini. Made up of Eliana Estrada, Ela Kodžas, Annemarie Schubert, and Luka Stefanović, Quartet Novalis is a group of exceptionally talented young musicians who approach classical music with curiosity, creativity, and a spirit of exploration. Thinking of themselves as musical time travelers, the ensemble performs on historical instruments, drawing on the sounds and traditions of the 18th and 19th centuries to uncover new colors, textures, and expressive possibilities in the music. Their performances offer an opportunity to hear familiar composers in a different light and discover something unexpected along the way. We're excited to continue our partnership with ARTISANworks, where the eclectic art collection and unique atmosphere of the Vertigo Heights Room create a fitting backdrop for this intimate chamber music experience. Far from a traditional concert hall, this setting invites audiences to enjoy exceptional live music surrounded by art, in a relaxed and welcoming environment. And while you're there, be sure to stop by the bar and try the special Pegasus cocktail! This concert is presented through Pegasus Rising, an initiative of Pegasus Early Music that supports the next generation of professional early music musicians. Selected through a competitive application process, these accomplished emerging artists receive professional performance fees and personalized mentorship as they build their careers. The program also brings exceptional chamber music into unexpected spaces throughout Rochester, creating opportunities for new audiences to experience this music up close. Whether you're drawn by the music, the art, or simply the chance to experience something different on a Thursday evening, we hope you'll join us for a night that brings together Rochester's creative community. This hour-long concert will be presented without intermission. Admission is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome.