Balourdet Quartet Faculty Recital at Wentz Concert Hall

Mark your calendar for an evening of chamber music on the North Central College campus, a short walk from downtown Naperville. On Friday, October 30, 2026, North Central College welcomes the acclaimed Balourdet Quartet for a Faculty Recital Series performance at Wentz Concert Hall.

Whether you’re a longtime classical music fan or simply looking for a night out, this $15 concert brings an award-winning string quartet to Naperville.

Why You Can't Miss the Balourdet Quartet Faculty Recital at Wentz Concert Hall

Acclaimed for its vibrant energy and emotional depth, the Balourdet Quartet has been described by The Strad as “an ensemble unafraid to show its personality.” The Quartet was awarded the 2024 Avery Fisher Career Grant as well as Chamber Music America’s 2024 Cleveland Quartet Award. For this concert, the ensemble collaborates with North Central College piano faculty member Susan Chou. The program will include:

• Beethoven’s String Quartet, Op. 18, No. 3
• Dvořák’s Piano Quintet, Op. 81

A Fall Night Out Near Downtown Naperville

Wentz Concert Hall is on the North Central College campus at 171 East Chicago Avenue in Naperville. Downtown Naperville’s restaurants are a short walk away, so it is easy to plan dinner before the 7:30 p.m. start.

What to Expect at This Chamber Music Evening

The Quartet was formed in 2018 at the Taos School of Music and named in tribute to Chef Antoine Balourdet. Highlights of its 2025-2026 season include performances at Carnegie Hall, the Smithsonian Museum, Boston’s Celebrity Series, the Rockport Music Festival and La Jolla Music Society. Collaboration lies at the heart of the Quartet’s work, and the Chicago Classical Review has praised its “infectious spirit.”

Plan Your Visit to Wentz Concert Hall

The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, October 30, 2026. Tickets are $15 and are on sale through the college’s online ticketing, linked from the North Central College event page. The event page does not list a door time or parking details, so check with the college before you go.

• Address: 171 East Chicago Avenue, Naperville, IL 60540
• On the North Central College campus, a short walk from downtown Naperville
• Combine with dinner in downtown Naperville for a complete evening

Support local arts and treat yourself to a night of chamber music. Secure your tickets today and make the Balourdet Quartet Faculty Recital part of your fall plans in Naperville.

Event Details At-A-Glance

• When: Friday, October 30, 2026, 7:30 PM
• Where: Wentz Concert Hall
• Address: 171 East Chicago Avenue, Naperville, IL 60540, United States
• Admission: $15
• Organizer: North Central College
• Tickets / info: Get details

Dates, times, and pricing can change. Confirm the latest details on the official event page before making plans.

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