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Ensemble

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Chamber

 

Sirius String Quartet is a classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with their unique sound and style since their founding in 1989. The quartet is made up of four talented musicians: violinists Gregor Huebner and Fung Chern Hwei, violist Ron Lawrence, and cellist Jeremy Harman. Together, they have performed all over the world, earning critical acclaim and numerous awards for their innovative approach to classical music. The quartet was founded in New York City by Huebner and Lawrence, who were both members of the New York String Orchestra at the time. They were joined by Harman and Hwei, and the quartet began performing together in various venues around the city. Their early performances were marked by their unique blend of classical music with jazz, rock, and other genres, which quickly earned them a devoted following. Over the years, the quartet has performed at some of the world's most prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Kennedy Center. They have also collaborated with a wide range of artists, from jazz legends like Paquito D'Rivera and Regina Carter to indie rockers like The National and Sufjan Stevens. One of the quartet's most notable performances was their 2001 concert at the Berlin Jazz Festival, where they performed a program of original compositions that blended classical music with jazz and world music influences. The concert was a critical and commercial success, and helped to establish the quartet as one of the most innovative and exciting ensembles in the classical music world. In addition to their live performances, the quartet has also released several acclaimed albums, including their 2004 release "Paths Become Lines," which was named one of the top ten jazz albums of the year by The New York Times. Their 2016 album "Playing on the Edge" was also highly praised, with All About Jazz calling it "a stunning display of virtuosity and creativity." Throughout their career, the quartet has received numerous awards and honors for their contributions to classical music. In 2002, they were awarded the Chamber Music America/ASCAP Award for Adventurous Programming, and in 2010 they received the CMAcclaim Award for their album "The New World." They have also been featured on NPR's "All Things Considered" and "Weekend Edition," and have been praised by The New York Times, The Washington Post, and other major publications. Despite their success, the quartet remains committed to pushing the boundaries of classical music and exploring new sounds and styles. They continue to perform and record together, and are widely regarded as one of the most exciting and innovative ensembles in the classical music world.

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