Endellion String Quartet

**Endellion String Quartet**

Formed in 1979 and named after the Cornish village of St. Endellion, the Endellion String Quartet has carved out a reputation as one of Britain’s most respected chamber ensembles. Known for their warm, insightful interpretations and technical brilliance, they’ve become synonymous with the core string quartet repertoire, particularly celebrated for their Beethoven cycles—a feat they’ve recorded twice to critical acclaim. Their lineup has remained remarkably stable over the decades, a rarity in the chamber music world, with original members like violinist Andrew Watkinson and cellist David Waterman anchoring their sound.

The quartet’s discography reads like a greatest hits of classical chamber music, from Haydn’s playful “Lark” Quartet to Tchaikovsky’s brooding *Souvenir de Florence* and Britten’s modernist explorations. They’ve championed lesser-known works too, like John Foulds’ chamber pieces, while maintaining a deep connection to Czech composers like Dvořák and Martinů. As quartet-in-residence at Cambridge University for over 30 years, they’ve balanced performance with nurturing new talent, embodying a legacy that’s both timeless and refreshingly alive.

Genres

Chamber Music

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Baroque

Neo-classical

Romantic Music

String Quartet

Czech Classical

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Latest Release

John Foulds: Chamber Music

Endellion String Quartet

Album - 9 Tracks - Released August 7, 2021