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The Hermann Schneider Quartett is a renowned classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with their exceptional performances for over three decades. The quartet was founded in 1989 by Hermann Schneider, a German violinist, and has since become one of the most sought-after chamber music groups in Europe. Hermann Schneider was born in 1959 in the small town of Bad Kissingen, Germany. He began playing the violin at the age of six and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. He went on to study at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater in Munich, where he received his diploma in violin performance. After completing his studies, Schneider began performing with various orchestras and chamber music groups throughout Europe. In 1989, he decided to form his own quartet, which he named after himself. The original members of the quartet were Hermann Schneider on violin, Ulrich Schneider on viola, Thomas Grossenbacher on cello, and Stefan Hussong on accordion. The quartet quickly gained a reputation for their innovative and eclectic repertoire, which included works by classical composers such as Mozart, Beethoven, and Brahms, as well as contemporary pieces by composers like Astor Piazzolla and John Cage. Their unique blend of instruments, which included the accordion, gave their performances a distinctive sound that set them apart from other classical music ensembles. Over the years, the Hermann Schneider Quartett has performed at some of the most prestigious concert halls and festivals in Europe, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Salzburg Festival, and the Lucerne Festival. They have also toured extensively throughout Asia and the United States, where they have received critical acclaim for their performances. One of the highlights of the quartet's career was their performance at the 1998 World Expo in Lisbon, Portugal. They were invited to perform as part of the German Pavilion's cultural program, and their performance was broadcast live to millions of viewers around the world. The quartet's performance was widely praised for its energy, virtuosity, and innovative repertoire. In addition to their performances, the Hermann Schneider Quartett has also received numerous awards and accolades throughout their career. In 1992, they were awarded the prestigious German Record Critics' Award for their recording of Mozart's String Quartets. They have also been awarded the Echo Klassik Award, one of the most prestigious awards in the classical music industry, multiple times. Despite their success, the Hermann Schneider Quartett has remained committed to their mission of bringing classical music to a wider audience. They have collaborated with a wide range of artists and musicians, including jazz pianist Uri Caine and singer-songwriter Rufus Wainwright, in an effort to break down the barriers between different genres of music. Today, the Hermann Schneider Quartett continues to perform and record, with a lineup that includes Hermann Schneider on violin, Ulrich Schneider on viola, Matthias Gredler on cello, and Stefan Hussong on accordion. They remain one of the most innovative and exciting classical music ensembles in the world, and their performances continue to captivate audiences around the globe.

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