WWCMF should be a resource to the entire Walla Walla community. As an organization, we need to do a better job making everyone in the community feel welcome and included. To improve on our efforts, WWCMF is proud to present the inaugural season of a new initiative called the Pilot Quartet Fellowship, featuring the magnificently talented Ivalas Quartet. Composed of violinists Reuben Kebede and Tiani Butts, violist Aimée McAnulty and cellist Pedro Sánchez, the Ivalas Quartet has been changing the face of classical music since its inception in 2016.

During their week-long residency in Walla Walla, the Ivalas have ranged far and wide in the community, performing for often marginalized groups, including the Spanish-speaking population. Tonight, we celebrate their extraordinary musicianship and commitment to building community through music with a program from the historic Plaza Theater in downtown Waitsburg. Pro Tip: Watch social media for information about pop-up performances in downtown Waitsburg before the big show — WWCMF musicians will be checking out some of the new restaurants and bars, and they’ll have their instruments with them… more to come.

All selections will be announced from the stage.

Artists: Ivalas Quartet — Tiani Butts, violin; Reuben Kebede, violin; Aimée McAnulty, viola; Pedro Sánchez, cello