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Quartet M. Nostitz is a renowned classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with their exceptional performances for over two decades. The quartet comprises four talented musicians, namely Jana Vonášková (violin), Jan Pěruška (violin), Jiří Kabát (viola), and Jan Špaček (cello). The group was formed in 1999 in Prague, Czech Republic, and has since then become one of the most sought-after chamber music ensembles in Europe. The members of Quartet M. Nostitz all come from distinguished musical backgrounds. Jana Vonášková, the first violinist, studied at the Prague Conservatory and the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague. She has won numerous awards, including the International Violin Competition in Kloster Schöntal, Germany. Jan Pěruška, the second violinist, also studied at the Prague Conservatory and the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague. He has performed with several orchestras, including the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra and the Prague Symphony Orchestra. Jiří Kabát, the violist, studied at the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague and has performed with several orchestras, including the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra and the Prague Chamber Orchestra. Jan Špaček, the cellist, studied at the Prague Conservatory and the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague. He has won several awards, including the International Cello Competition in Liezen, Austria. Quartet M. Nostitz has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in Europe, including the Rudolfinum in Prague, the Konzerthaus in Vienna, and the Wigmore Hall in London. The quartet has also performed at several music festivals, including the Prague Spring International Music Festival, the Salzburg Festival, and the Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival. One of the highlights of Quartet M. Nostitz's career was their performance at the 2004 Prague Spring International Music Festival. The quartet performed Beethoven's String Quartet No. 14 in C-sharp minor, Op. 131, to a standing ovation. The performance was hailed as one of the best of the festival, and the quartet received rave reviews from critics and audiences alike. In 2006, Quartet M. Nostitz was awarded the prestigious Czech Chamber Music Society Award for their outstanding contributions to the field of chamber music. The award is given annually to a chamber music ensemble that has made significant contributions to the development and promotion of chamber music in the Czech Republic. Quartet M. Nostitz has also recorded several albums, including a critically acclaimed recording of Beethoven's String Quartets Nos. 12 and 16. The album was released in 2008 and received rave reviews from critics, who praised the quartet's technical skill and musical interpretation. In addition to their performances and recordings, Quartet M. Nostitz is also committed to promoting classical music to a wider audience. The quartet regularly performs in schools and community centers, and they have also collaborated with several contemporary composers to create new works that blend classical and modern music. Quartet M. Nostitz's dedication to their craft and their commitment to promoting classical music have made them one of the most respected and admired chamber music ensembles in Europe. Their exceptional performances, combined with their passion for music, have earned them a place among the greats of classical music.

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