The Liverpool String Quartet was founded in 2010 by musicians who met whilst playing together in the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. Since its inception, the quartet has built a reputation for delivering performances of the highest artistic quality both in the UK and internationally.
In 2011, the quartet began a long-standing relationship with the town of Castellvell del Camp in Tarragona, Spain, a cherished partnership that has seen them return many times, most recently in 2023 as part of the Castellvell MusicFest. Internationally, the quartet has also performed at the Teatro Principal de Valls, Pamplona Cathedral, and Olite in Navarre. A standout moment in their international journey was the 2012 concert tour of the Balearic Islands, culminating in an invitation to perform in the inaugural concert of the prestigious International Music Festival of Mahon in Menorca. More recently, in 2022, the quartet was invited by the National String Quartet Foundation to perform across Ireland, including a broadcast performance at the National Concert Hall in Dublin for RTE radio.
Closer to home, the Liverpool String Quartet has played a vital role in Liverpool’s cultural landscape. Residencies at the Bluecoat Arts Centre (2012–2015) and the Nordic Church (2016–2018) helped solidify their place in the city’s musical life. They have appeared at landmark venues including Liverpool Anglican Cathedral, St George’s Hall, the Music Room at the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, the Bombed-Out Church, the Williamson Art Gallery, and the Atkinson Art Gallery. In 2024, the quartet became the ensemble in residence at Norton Priory Museum & Gardens in Runcorn, a partnership that will continue into the 2025/26 season.
Innovation and collaboration are at the heart of the quartet’s work. In 2014, they premiered works by Liverpool-based composers Ian Stephens and Meike Holzmann as part of the “Heart Variations for String Quartet” project at St George’s Hall, earning outstanding reviews in the North West’s leading arts magazines. The quartet’s 2018 Beatles concert with Hunter Davies was a finalist for “Event of the Year” in Carlisle Living Magazine. Recent collaborations include projects with The Chamber Stiwdio in Cardiff and Ars Aurea Sonora, promoting exceptional international musicians.
The Liverpool String Quartet has worked with a diverse array of artists including internationally renowned chamber musician and orchestral leader James Clark, violinist Rakhi Singh, Principal Clarinet of Welsh National Opera Thomas Verity, Principal Flute of Scottish Opera Eilidh Gillespie, and celebrated concert pianist Martin Roscoe. A highlight of their recording work is their unique arrangement of Howard Blake’s The Snowman with the late Sir Ken Dodd, believed to be the final recorded voice work of his legendary career.
Looking ahead, the quartet is excited to return to the Music Room at the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall in 2025 and 2026, alongside continuing their highly successful residency at Norton Priory. The ensemble is currently working on their much-anticipated album of Piazzolla’s Four Seasons, reflecting their commitment to both classical tradition and vibrant, contemporary programming.
With a passion for chamber music and a commitment to delivering exceptional musical experiences, the Liverpool String Quartet brings artistry, warmth, and versatility to concerts and festivals. From cherished classics to innovative collaborations, the quartet consistently engages and inspires audiences with their refined performances.