The resurrection of the LiveArts String Quartet saw a packed house, and clearly a demand for high-caliber musical performance, at the Franklin Historical Museum last November, so now, with the help of a grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the professional musicians are planning another concert this month, on Sunday, May 17th, at 3 p.m., again at the Franklin Historical Museum, 80 W. Central St., Franklin. 

“We were just delighted and astounded at the incredible turnout at the concert last November. The place was absolutely packed, standing room only, and it was even hard to find standing room spots,” says Don Krishnaswami, violist, “That was a real indication that the people in the town really want to have this.”

“The museum is thrilled to have LASQ back,” says Alan Earls, Franklin Historical Commission Chair, “The reaction to the concert in November was extremely enthusiastic -- and many people also said how pleased they were to experience the museum for the first time.”

Krishnaswami says the branding of LiveArts certainly helped the LiveArts String Quartet draw the crowd. “One thing we do have is the advantage of riding on the coattails of the LiveArts series. The brand was already familiar to people, so when they saw LiveArts String Quartet, there was excitement to have us back. Our concerts were always well attended,” says the musician. The LiveArts String Quartet is comprised of world-class professional musicians who have performed with Boston’s leading musical ensembles, such as the Boston Symphony Orchestra and Boston Pops.

Now, Krishnaswami says, with this grant “and support from private individuals and local business, we’re able to present some more concerts and look forward to see how this develops going forward,” says Krishnaswami, “We think its excellent to have a top caliber professional string quartet dedicated to the southwest suburbs right here in Franklin.”

With the tight quarters, tickets are limited to 70 total, and this time, there is a cost for the concert, although children under 12 are free, with a portion of the proceeds donated to the historical museum. The group now has a website, www.Liveartsstringquartet.org, where you can purchase tickets or donate.