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Dominion String Quartet is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2005 in Richmond, Virginia. The quartet is composed of four members, including violinists David Ni and Elizabeth Oakes, violist Pei-Ju Wu, and cellist Neal Cary. The ensemble has gained recognition for their dynamic performances and unique interpretations of classical music. The founding members of Dominion String Quartet met while studying at Virginia Commonwealth University. They quickly discovered a shared passion for chamber music and decided to form a quartet. The ensemble's name, Dominion, was chosen to reflect their Virginia roots and their commitment to excellence in music. Since their formation, Dominion String Quartet has performed extensively throughout the United States and abroad. They have been featured in numerous concert series, festivals, and chamber music competitions. The quartet has also collaborated with many renowned musicians, including pianist Awadagin Pratt and cellist Zuill Bailey. One of the highlights of Dominion String Quartet's career was their performance at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. in 2010. The quartet was selected to participate in the Kennedy Center's Conservatory Project, which showcases the talents of exceptional young musicians. Dominion String Quartet's performance was well-received by both the audience and critics, and helped to establish the ensemble as a rising star in the classical music world. In addition to their live performances, Dominion String Quartet has also released several recordings. Their debut album, "String Quartets by American Composers," was released in 2009 and features works by Samuel Barber, Elliott Carter, and Aaron Copland. The quartet's second album, "Beethoven: The Complete String Quartets," was released in 2014 and received critical acclaim for its fresh and insightful interpretations of Beethoven's iconic works. Dominion String Quartet has also been recognized for their achievements in music. In 2008, the quartet was awarded the Grand Prize at the Coleman Chamber Music Competition, one of the most prestigious chamber music competitions in the United States. The quartet has also been awarded grants from the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. Despite their success, Dominion String Quartet remains committed to their mission of bringing classical music to a wider audience. The quartet frequently performs in schools and community centers, and has developed innovative programs to engage audiences of all ages. Their "Beethoven and Beyond" program, for example, explores the evolution of string quartet music from Beethoven to the present day. In conclusion, Dominion String Quartet is a dynamic and innovative classical music ensemble that has gained recognition for their exceptional performances and unique interpretations of classical music. The quartet's founding members met while studying at Virginia Commonwealth University and quickly established a shared passion for chamber music. Since their formation, Dominion String Quartet has performed extensively throughout the United States and abroad, and has been recognized for their achievements in music. Despite their success, the quartet remains committed to their mission of bringing classical music to a wider audience and engaging audiences of all ages.

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