The Tokyo String Quartet, formed in 1969 at the Juilliard School of Music in New York City, was one of the world's foremost classical chamber ensembles until its farewell season in 2012-2013. Originally created by graduates of the Toho School of Music in Tokyo, the quartet blended the rigorous training of the Japanese music education system with the Western classical tradition. Over the decades, its membership evolved, bringing in fresh talents while maintaining the ensemble's storied excellence and dedication to the craft.

During its illustrious career, the Tokyo String Quartet was renowned for its precise and passionate performances, elegant interpretations, and a refined sound that became a benchmark for chamber music ensembles. Their discography is impressive, encompassing a vast range of repertoire, with particular acclaim for their renditions of Beethoven’s quartets, which they recorded in their entirety. Their recordings, like the critically praised "Beethoven: The Late String Quartets" and "Bartók: The String Quartets," showcase the ensemble's skillful communication and depth of understanding. Although they disbanded, the legacy of the Tokyo String Quartet lives on through their recordings and the influence they have on the ensembles that follow in their footsteps.

Genres

Classical Performance

Japanese Classical Performance

String Quartet

Latest Release

Mozart: String Quartets Nos. 21-23

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart•

Tokyo String Quartet

Album - 12 Tracks - Released September 15, 2017