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Ensemble

Genre

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Chamber

 

Avanti Quartet is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2014 in Vienna, Austria. The quartet consists of four members: violinists Verena Stourzh and Laura Kargul, violist Lena Fankhauser, and cellist Florian Eggner. The ensemble has gained recognition for their unique sound and interpretation of classical music. The founding members of Avanti Quartet met while studying at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna. They quickly discovered a shared passion for chamber music and decided to form a quartet. The name "Avanti" was chosen to reflect their forward-thinking approach to music-making. Since their formation, Avanti Quartet has performed extensively throughout Europe and Asia. They have been praised for their technical precision and emotional depth in their performances. The quartet has also collaborated with renowned musicians such as pianist Till Fellner and cellist Clemens Hagen. One of the highlights of Avanti Quartet's career was their performance at the 2016 Salzburg Festival. They were invited to perform as part of the festival's "Young Talents" series, which showcases up-and-coming musicians. The quartet received critical acclaim for their performance of Beethoven's String Quartet No. 14 in C-sharp minor, Op. 131. In addition to their performances, Avanti Quartet has also been recognized for their recordings. Their debut album, released in 2017, features works by Haydn, Schubert, and Webern. The album received positive reviews from critics and was nominated for the International Classical Music Awards. Avanti Quartet has also been the recipient of several awards and honors. In 2015, they were awarded the "Special Prize" at the International Chamber Music Competition in Osaka, Japan. The following year, they won first prize at the International Chamber Music Competition in Trondheim, Norway. Despite their success, Avanti Quartet remains committed to exploring new repertoire and pushing the boundaries of classical music. They have premiered several new works by contemporary composers and are dedicated to promoting the music of underrepresented composers. In conclusion, Avanti Quartet is a dynamic and innovative classical music ensemble that has quickly gained recognition for their exceptional performances and recordings. With their forward-thinking approach to music-making, they are sure to continue making an impact in the classical music world for years to come.

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