Quatuor MP4 is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2004 in Paris, France. The group is composed of four talented musicians who are passionate about chamber music and have dedicated their lives to perfecting their craft. The members of the ensemble are violinists Marie-Annick Nicolas and Jean-Marc Phillips-Varjabédian, violist Laurent Marfaing, and cellist François Salque. The founding of Quatuor MP4 was the result of a shared vision among the four musicians to create a chamber music ensemble that would showcase their individual talents while also highlighting the beauty and complexity of classical music. The group's name, MP4, is a nod to the digital age and the fact that the quartet's music can be easily shared and enjoyed through digital media. Since its founding, Quatuor MP4 has become one of the most respected and sought-after chamber music ensembles in the world. The group has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls and music festivals around the globe, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Salzburg Festival, and the Carnegie Hall in New York City. One of the highlights of Quatuor MP4's career was their performance at the 2008 BBC Proms, where they received critical acclaim for their interpretation of Beethoven's String Quartet No. 14 in C-sharp minor, Op. 131. The group's performance was described as "spellbinding" and "mesmerizing" by music critics, and it cemented their reputation as one of the finest chamber music ensembles of their generation. In addition to their live performances, Quatuor MP4 has also released several critically acclaimed recordings. Their debut album, featuring works by Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven, was released in 2006 and received widespread praise for its technical precision and emotional depth. The group's subsequent recordings, which include works by Schubert, Brahms, and Bartók, have also been well-received by both critics and audiences alike. Quatuor MP4 has been the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout their career. In 2010, the group was awarded the prestigious Diapason d'Or for their recording of Schubert's String Quartet No. 14 in D minor, "Death and the Maiden." The following year, they were awarded the Grand Prix du Disque for their recording of Brahms' String Quartet No. 3 in B-flat major, Op. 67. Despite their many accolades and achievements, the members of Quatuor MP4 remain humble and dedicated to their craft. They continue to perform and record together, always striving to push the boundaries of classical music and inspire audiences around the world.

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