Bayberry String Quartet
May 16, 2026
2:00 PM
Story of the String Quartet
… a community masterclass
Masterclass
Join the acclaimed Bayberry String Quartet for an immersive masterclass experience designed to deepen your understanding of chamber music and the art of storytelling in music. Story of the String Quartet explores the rich history, artistry, and collaborative spirit that define this timeless ensemble.
Nurit Pacht and Steffani Kitayama, violins
Gabe Bolkosky, viola
Laura Usiskin, cello
Opportunities
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Performers: Intermediate and advanced students from Lenawee County may apply to perform in the masterclass and receive direct coaching.
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Participants: Students not performing will engage in discussions, group coachings, and take part in interactive learning activities.
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Auditors: Teachers, families, and community members are welcome to attend and gain insight into the artistry of quartet playing.
This masterclass is a rare chance to learn from professional musicians in an inspiring and supportive environment.
Scholarships available. Inquire at live@maconcreek.org
Program Highlights
Presentation: A lively, accessible talk with the Bayberry String Quartet about how the string quartet came to be, why it matters, and how the ensemble has shaped their own artistic path.
Coachings: Small‑group, hands‑on sessions where performers can get personalized tips on technique, interpretation, and bringing musical stories to life.
Masterclass: A relaxed public session for players looking to polish their repertoire and for peers who want to learn by listening.
Open Rehearsal: A chance to sit in on the quartet’s rehearsal and see how they work together, communicate artistic ideas, and shape a piece for performance.
Questions?
Reach us any time at live@maconcreek.org.
May 17, 2026
2:00 PM
Performance
Experience the artistry and passion of the Bayberry String Quartet in a performance that celebrates the timeless beauty of chamber music. Known for their expressive interpretations and dynamic ensemble playing, the quartet brings both classical masterpieces and hidden gems to life with elegance and vitality.
Nurit Pacht and Steffani Kitayama, violins
Gabe Bolkosky, viola
Laura Usiskin, cello
United by a shared mission to expand access to the arts, Beacon Arts Michigan and Macon Creek join forces to present Tales, Legends & Legacy, inviting audiences into a world shaped by stories—those we inherit, those we imagine, and those we create together. Through concerts, masterclasses, workshops, and interdisciplinary collaborations, this series explores how music and art carry our histories, illuminate our present, and spark the narratives that will define our future.
2026
Live @
Macon Creek
Impact
Macon Creek inspires connection, creativity, and stewardship through the intersection of arts and education. We provide a purpose-built environment where learners of all ages engage in immersive and collaborative experiences that cultivate artistic excellence, imaginative inquiry, and thoughtful community.
Vision
Guided by the belief that everyone is an artist, we embrace creativity as an essential human practice—one that connects us across lived experiences.
Located in southeast Michigan, Macon Creek features curated walking paths, a pond, expansive fields, a creek flowing through historic woods and 17 buildings on a 175-acre campus. Through collective creative experiences, our community forms lasting bonds rooted in curiosity, collaboration, and respect for the iterative process. Generations of artists, educators, and learners have shaped Macon Creek with the understanding that creativity thrives when it is nurtured with intention.
Our campus is a creative working environment. Surrounded by a landscape that encourages reflection and authentic exploration, Macon Creek provides an inspiring setting where art is made and shared.