One of the most dynamic and exciting world-class ensembles of its generation, the Borealis String Quartet has received international critical acclaim as an ensemble praised for its fiery performances, passionate style, and refined, musical interpretation. Keen to stretch the boundaries of the chamber music concert experience, Borealis often includes popular music for younger generations, videos and cameras, as well as speaking from the stage to better engage newer audiences.
Founded in Vancouver in the fall of 2000, Borealis has toured extensively in North America, Europe, and Asia and performed at the Vancouver Olympics, on television, Parliament Hill, and international festivals with their synergy of classical, fusion, folk and world music. It has recorded seven CDs which feature the classics as well as music written especially for the quartet.
Patricia Shih, violin | Yuel Yawney, violin | Nikita Pogrebnoy, viola | Sungyong Lim, cello
