Synchrony Quartet performs at Convocation
June 13, 2026
Synchrony Quartet performs the musical interlude for the Bienen School of Music's 2026 convocation. Quartet members are Philip Kleutgens, Hudson O’Reilly, Matthew Johnson, and Haven Kahn.
Program
Les Lunes Galantes
Fabien Waksman
Michelangelo ’70
Astor Piazzolla, arr. Johnson
Synchrony Quartet
Synchrony Quartet is a Chicago-based saxophone quartet dedicated to the performance of contemporary music and to fostering meaningful collaboration between performers, composers, and local arts communities. Formed out of acclaimed pedagogue Taimur Sullivan’s studio, the ensemble has quickly gained national recognition, having been named winners of the MTNA Chamber Music Competition, North American Saxophone Alliance Quartet Competition, and grand prize winners of the Coltman Chamber Music Competition. Additionally, Synchrony has been awarded the Anne D. Moran Silver Prize at the Chesapeake International Chamber Music Competition.