Emily Carr String Quartet

The Emily Carr String Quartet is one of Western Canada’s premier chamber ensembles.

Celebrated for its artistic excellence, commitment to Canadian music, and innovative programming inspired by the life and work of Emily Carr, the Victoria-based group celebrates its 20th season in 2025–2026, marking two decades of performances across Canada, the United States, and Europe.

Hidden Treasure (2011)

Zoltan Kodaly: String Quartet No. 2, Op. 10
John Tavener: The Hidden Treasure
Ahmed Adnan Saygun: String Quartet No. 1, Op. 27

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Portraits (2024)

Tobin Stokes: Feathers
Jocelyn Morlock: Big Raven
Jared Miller: Strangled by Growth
Iman Habibi: Beloved of the Sky
Tobin Stokes: Stories from Klee Wyck

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“… to witness these fantastic musicians gasp for breath between phrases, swell their backs with the tempo and give each other nods and smiles is a rare experience…”

Times Colonist

“some of the most intensely driven and eloquently passionate playing I have heard in some time.”

Music in Victoria

“a musical experience unlikely soon to be forgotten.”

Music in Victoria

Sep 18

Next Concert

Fri, September 18, 2026 | 5pm – 6:30pm

Christ Church Cathedral

1.5 hours

Summary of next concert

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