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Chamber

 

Talujon Percussion Quartet is a renowned classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with their unique sound and innovative performances for over two decades. The quartet was founded in 1990 by four talented percussionists, Tom Kolor, Matt Ward, Michael Lipsey, and David Cossin, who shared a passion for exploring the vast possibilities of percussion music. The quartet's name, Talujon, is a combination of the first two letters of each member's first name. The group's formation was a result of their shared interest in contemporary classical music and their desire to create a platform for percussion music that was not limited to traditional orchestral settings. Talujon Percussion Quartet's early years were marked by a series of performances in New York City, where they quickly gained a reputation for their innovative approach to percussion music. The quartet's repertoire included works by contemporary composers such as John Cage, Steve Reich, and Philip Glass, as well as traditional percussion music from around the world. One of the quartet's early highlights was their performance at the Bang on a Can Marathon in 1992, where they premiered a new work by composer Julia Wolfe. The performance was a critical success and helped to establish Talujon Percussion Quartet as one of the leading ensembles in the contemporary classical music scene. Over the years, Talujon Percussion Quartet has continued to push the boundaries of percussion music, collaborating with a wide range of composers and performers to create new and exciting works. The quartet has also been recognized for their outstanding contributions to the classical music world, receiving numerous awards and accolades for their work. In 2000, Talujon Percussion Quartet was awarded the Chamber Music America/ASCAP Award for Adventurous Programming, which recognized their commitment to exploring new and innovative music. The quartet has also been awarded grants from the National Endowment for the Arts and the New York State Council on the Arts, which have helped to support their ongoing work. One of the quartet's most notable performances was their collaboration with the Kronos Quartet in 2003, where they performed a new work by composer Terry Riley. The performance was a critical and commercial success, and helped to cement Talujon Percussion Quartet's reputation as one of the most innovative and exciting ensembles in the classical music world. In addition to their work as a quartet, the members of Talujon Percussion Quartet are also highly respected educators and have taught at some of the most prestigious music schools in the world. The quartet has also been involved in a number of educational outreach programs, working with young musicians to inspire the next generation of percussionists. Today, Talujon Percussion Quartet continues to push the boundaries of percussion music, collaborating with a wide range of composers and performers to create new and exciting works. The quartet's commitment to innovation and exploration has made them one of the most respected and influential ensembles in the classical music world, and their legacy is sure to inspire generations of musicians to come.

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