2023 Saint Paul String Quartet Competition (SPSQC)
April 3rd, 2023
March 13, 2023
2023 Saint Paul String Quartet Competition (SPSQC)
Congratulations to the Academy's The Pelios String Quartet - Ellen Zhou and Clark Snavely, violins, Tristan Zhu, viola, and Amelia Zitoun, cello, who advanced to the finals in the Junior Strings Division. The finals will be held on Saturday, April 22nd.
About the Saint Paul String Quartet Competition:
The 2023 Saint Paul String Quartet Competition (SPSQC) is the nation’s premiere event for high school and college string quartets. The competition was founded in 2006 by Artaria String Quartet violinist Ray Shows. Mr. Shows is the Artistic Administrator of this annual event. The SPSQC has now presented 17 National Competitions. Created as a performance showcase for advanced quartet studies, this unique national event has received superlative acclaim by Strings magazine and recognition by Chamber Music America and many of the most renowned teachers in the country. Its stated aim is to “celebrate excellence in string quartet playing (and) foster an increased appreciation for the chamber music art form and enhance the music culture in this country.” The Saint Paul String Quartet Competition is open to high school and college age string quartets from around the country and is always adjudicated by a professional string quartet.
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