Del Sol Quartet Performs at University of Iowa

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The University of Iowa is hosting a free concert featuring the acclaimed Del Sol Quartet as part of its String Quartet Residency Program and in collaboration with the Center for Asian and Pacific Studies. The concert is open to the public and takes place on February 20, 2026.

Why it matters

The Del Sol Quartet residency is a prestigious collaboration between multiple UI departments, showcasing the university's commitment to the arts and cultural programming. This free public concert provides the community an opportunity to experience world-class chamber music performance.

The details

The Del Sol Quartet, consisting of Benjamin Kreith and Hyeyung Sol Yoon on violin, Charlton Lee on viola, and Kathryn Bates on cello, will be performing as part of the UI String Quartet Residency Program. The event is sponsored in part by the University of Iowa Center for Asian and Pacific Studies and is part of the larger Free Week 2026 festival organized by Think Iowa City and the Iowa City Downtown District.

• The concert will take place on February 20, 2026.

What’s next

The Del Sol Quartet residency will continue with additional programming and events throughout their stay at the University of Iowa.