Emily Carr String Quartet

British Columbia's premier string quartet

The Emily Carr String Quartet is one of British Columbia’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


Produced by the Emily Carr String Quartet and Jason O’Connell
Audio Engineer: Jason O’Connell

Western Canadian Music Awards Nominee
for Classical Recording of the Year (2012)

Portraits (2014)

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

Produced by Karen Wilson and Paul Luchkow
Audio Engineer: Paul Luchkow

“… 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

Experience the Beautiful Sounds

Discover the mesmerizing sounds of classical music with the talented musicians of the Emily Carr String Quartet.

Top-Class Performances

The Emily Carr String Quartet guarantees top-quality performances that will leave you in awe.

Versatile Repertoire

From classical masterpieces to modern compositions, the quartet has a versatile repertoire that will appeal to all music lovers.

Exciting Events

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Passionate Musicians

The quartet’s passion for music and dedication to their craft is evident in every performance they give.

Introduction to Emily Carr String Quartet

Discover the beauty of music with the Emily Carr String Quartet, an acclaimed musical group based in Canada.

Discover Our Performances

Experience the exquisite and timeless music of the Emily Carr String Quartet.

With a diverse repertoire, including pieces from renowned composers and lesser-known gems, the Emily Carr String Quartet brings a unique and dynamic perspective to every performance. Join us at our next event and experience the magic of live music.

List of Services

Discover the range of musical performances offered by the Emily Carr String Quartet.

Live Concerts

Experience the quartet’s dynamic live performances at various venues around the country.

Recording Sessions

Capture the quartet’s beautiful music in high-quality recordings for your listening pleasure.

Composer Collaborations

Collaborate with the quartet to create unique and captivating musical compositions.

Collaboration with Other Musicians

Expand musical boundaries by working with the quartet and other talented artists from different genres.

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Experience the unique sound of the Emily Carr String Quartet and elevate your next event with extraordinary music.

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Experience the unique sound of the Emily Carr String Quartet and elevate your next event with extraordinary music.