Beloved by Chamber Music Maryland audiences for their fun-filled, festive, and often surprising performances, the Italian Saxophone Quartet returns to Smith Theatre with an afternoon of classical, jazz, and movie favorites! With over 40 years of history-making performances, the award-winning ISQ has captivated adoring crowds from New York to Moscow and Athens to Tokyo with their unique sound and infectious charm. From the Baroque brilliance of Bach and Handel to the contemporary vibes of Barber, Nyman, and Gershwin, the afternoon's program promises to be as rich in history as it is in harmony, celebrating the diverse origins and evolutions of Western classical music in cool Italian style!