Terpsycordes Quartet is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2006 in Geneva, Switzerland. The quartet is made up of four talented musicians who share a passion for chamber music and have dedicated their careers to performing and promoting classical music. The founding members of Terpsycordes Quartet are violinists Eva Zavaro and Esther Hoppe, violist Sarah Kapustin, and cellist Rafael Rosenfeld. All four musicians have impressive backgrounds and have performed with some of the world's most renowned orchestras and ensembles. The quartet's name, Terpsycordes, is a combination of two words: Terpsichore, the Greek muse of dance, and cordes, the French word for strings. This name reflects the quartet's mission to bring together the beauty of classical music and the joy of dance. Since its founding, Terpsycordes Quartet has performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Vienna Konzerthaus, and the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris. The quartet has also collaborated with many renowned musicians, including pianist Martha Argerich and cellist Gautier Capuçon. One of the highlights of Terpsycordes Quartet's career was their performance at the 2010 Lucerne Festival. The quartet was invited to perform as part of the festival's "In Focus" series, which showcases up-and-coming musicians. The quartet's performance was well-received by both the audience and critics, and it helped to establish the quartet as one of the most promising young ensembles in the classical music world. In addition to their performances, Terpsycordes Quartet has also received numerous awards and accolades. In 2008, the quartet won the prestigious Geneva International Music Competition, which helped to launch their career. The quartet has also been awarded the Swiss Ambassador's Award for Culture and the Prix Credit Suisse Jeunes Solistes. Terpsycordes Quartet is known for their innovative programming, which often combines classical music with other art forms, such as dance and theater. The quartet has collaborated with choreographers and dancers to create unique performances that blend classical music with contemporary dance. One of the quartet's most notable collaborations was with the Geneva Ballet in 2014. The quartet performed live on stage with the ballet dancers, creating a stunning visual and musical experience for the audience. The collaboration was a huge success and helped to bring classical music to a new audience. Terpsycordes Quartet has also recorded several albums, including their debut album, "Terpsycordes," which was released in 2009. The album features works by Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert, and received critical acclaim for its technical precision and emotional depth. In 2017, the quartet released their second album, "Dances," which features works by composers such as Bartók, Ravel, and Stravinsky. The album showcases the quartet's unique approach to classical music, which emphasizes the connection between music and dance. Terpsycordes Quartet continues to perform and record, and their innovative approach to classical music has earned them a loyal following around the world. The quartet's dedication to promoting classical music and their commitment to artistic excellence make them one of the most exciting ensembles in the classical music world today.

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