Our Ensembles
Four Seasons String Quartet has an extensive range of repertoire, and is flexible enough to also perform as a trio, duo or solo.
Quartet: 2 violins, viola, cello
String quartet is the most popular form of chamber music. It has the richest and most balanced sound and largest repertoire. When comparing quartet to trio, you notice that the trio does not include viola. To a musician the voice of the viola is especially dear as the ideal inner voice supporting and balancing the overall tonal structure. The four musicians form a semicircle, which is visually impressive.
Trio: 2 violins, cello
String trio does not have viola. Most of our repertoire works well with this ensemble as the two violins and cello carry the important parts of music. However the viola adds a harmonic richness and depth to the sound. The trio takes up less space than a quartet.
Duo: Violin, cello
If you have an intimate function or small space available, string duo is the choice for you. We have specially arranged music for the two instruments incorporating as much harmony as possible with the melody (violin) and bass (cello) parts.
Solo: Cello
We recommend solo cello only if you are after J.S Bach cello suites to be performed or only having the melody of a certain composition. The mellow cello sound creates an atmosphere for meditation, reflection and intimacy.
