Vision String Quartet is a classical music ensemble that was founded in Berlin, Germany in 2012. The quartet consists of four members: Jakob Encke (violin), Daniel Stoll (violin), Sander Stuart (viola), and Leonard Disselhorst (cello). The quartet's founding members, Encke and Stoll, met while studying at the Hanns Eisler School of Music in Berlin. They were later joined by Stuart and Disselhorst, who were also studying at the same school. The quartet's name, Vision, was chosen to reflect their shared vision of creating innovative and exciting performances of classical music. Since its founding, Vision String Quartet has become known for its dynamic and engaging performances, which often incorporate elements of theater and storytelling. The quartet has performed at major concert halls and festivals throughout Europe, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Konzerthaus Berlin, the Rheingau Musik Festival, and the Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival. One of the quartet's most notable performances was at the 2016 Wigmore Hall International String Quartet Competition in London, where they were awarded the first prize. The competition, which is one of the most prestigious in the world for string quartets, featured 10 ensembles from around the globe. Vision String Quartet's performance was praised for its technical precision, musicality, and emotional depth. In addition to their success at the Wigmore Hall competition, Vision String Quartet has also won numerous other awards and honors. These include the 2016 Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy University Competition in Berlin, the 2015 International Joseph Joachim Chamber Music Competition in Weimar, and the 2014 International Chamber Music Competition in Osaka, Japan. One of the quartet's most innovative projects was their 2018 album, "Terrestrial," which featured a collection of contemporary works inspired by the natural world. The album included pieces by composers such as Philip Glass, John Luther Adams, and Bryce Dessner, and was praised for its originality and creativity. Overall, Vision String Quartet has established itself as one of the most exciting and innovative classical music ensembles of its generation. With its dynamic performances, innovative programming, and commitment to pushing the boundaries of classical music, the quartet has earned a reputation as a true visionary in the world of classical music.

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