The Folk Arts Quartet (FAQ) combines folk styles from the fiddle world with the heritage of the classical string quartet. The result is a new hybrid genre, "ChamberGrass." As the four young women of FAQ pioneer this style they are gaining recognition for their musicianship and innovation.
The members of the Folk Arts Quartet met while studying at the Berklee College of Music. Although they were classically trained, they all have extensive experience in folk styles. Hailing from Scotland, Canada, and the United States, they each have distinct musical styles. The FAQ has had the honor of being mentored by some of the best contemporary string players around, including Matt Glaser, Natalie Haas, Eugene Friesen, John McGann.
The Folk Arts Quartet arranges traditional tunes and original compositions using an array of techniques and ideas—some they've learned from Classical string quartet pieces, others from folk bands, and others they've invented on their own. With the addition of the occasional beautiful song or energetic step dance, their groovy, contemporary style nods to their many influences and breathes new life into folk and chamber music.
The Folk Arts Quartet has performed in legendary Boston music venues including Club Passim in Cambridge, Massachusetts; the Boston Celtic Music Festival; and the Berklee Performance center. The FAQ has been highlighted by Berklee College of Music as a representative ensemble of the College and its string department for feature performances around the world.
The Folk Arts Quartet has stormed onto the global folk scene, receiving rave reviews wherever they perform. From their unique look to their fresh take on folk and chamber music this is a group not to miss! Click here to check out FAQ's concert schedule.
Just finished listening to your demo again this morning while I was folding the laundry (sheet music I guess? :p ) Anyway, hope you all are having a wonderful summer. CA
Thanks, women, for adding us. I also play in an all female band; but it would take a couple of generations for us to sound like you! Vonnie from 2 Bits (hammered dulcimer and piano)
how wonderful and womany you are! check out our new cd lili and walter available from cd baby, 'rootsy instrumentation...denim-soft originals...gorgeous traditionals.' margaret moser, austin chronicle. peace, lili and walter
dear hannah the beautiful. this is beautiful music! as expected. i would love to meet your three companions in this quartet. stay in touch see you in boston in april sometime??? xxxo, k
hé hannah!! thanks for the request! would be lovely if your paths cross one day indeed! love the concept of your photos! :) wonderful music... thank you! lievehugsx
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