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Ensemble

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Romantic

 

 

Modern

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Chamber

 

The Audubon Quartet is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1974 in the United States. The quartet has been recognized for its exceptional performances and has won numerous awards throughout its history. The ensemble has undergone several changes in its membership, but its commitment to excellence in music has remained constant. The founding members of the Audubon Quartet were violinists David Ehrlich and Akemi Takayama, violist Doris Lederer, and cellist Clyde Shaw. The quartet was named after the famous naturalist and painter John James Audubon, who was known for his love of nature and his dedication to preserving it. The name was chosen to reflect the quartet's commitment to the beauty and harmony of music. The Audubon Quartet quickly gained recognition for its exceptional performances and was invited to perform at major music festivals and concert halls around the world. The quartet's repertoire includes works by classical composers such as Beethoven, Mozart, and Haydn, as well as contemporary composers such as Philip Glass and John Adams. One of the highlights of the Audubon Quartet's career was its performance at the White House in 1981. The quartet was invited to perform for President Ronald Reagan and his guests, and the performance was widely praised for its beauty and elegance. The quartet has also performed at major music festivals such as the Aspen Music Festival and the Tanglewood Music Festival. Throughout its history, the Audubon Quartet has undergone several changes in its membership. Violinist David Ehrlich retired from the quartet in 1999, and was replaced by violinist Akemi Takayama's husband, Zoltán Szabó. In 2000, violist Doris Lederer left the quartet and was replaced by violist Richard Young. The quartet's current members are violinists Akemi Takayama and Zoltán Szabó, violist Richard Young, and cellist Tom Shaw. Despite these changes, the Audubon Quartet has remained committed to excellence in music and has continued to receive recognition for its performances. The quartet has won numerous awards throughout its history, including the Naumburg Chamber Music Award in 1978 and the Cleveland Quartet Award in 1982. The quartet has also been nominated for several Grammy Awards. In addition to its performances, the Audubon Quartet has also been involved in music education. The quartet has conducted master classes and workshops for young musicians, and has been involved in outreach programs to bring classical music to underserved communities. The Audubon Quartet's commitment to excellence in music has made it one of the most respected classical music ensembles in the world. Its performances have been praised for their beauty and elegance, and its members have been recognized for their exceptional talent and dedication to music. The quartet's legacy will continue to inspire future generations of musicians and music lovers.

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