Lou Harrison: String Quartet Set

American composer Lou Harrison (1917-2003) firmly believed in the power of music to transcend cultural divides. That is evident in this eclectic, multi-cultural suite entitled “String Quartet Set”. From meditative moods to rollicking dances, it is a spirit-filled homage to global community. In this time of cultural polarization, we hope this music will inspire you to continue to explore and embrace a variety of traditions.

Described as “likable and warmhearted” by the Philadelphia Inquirer, and “expert to the point of perfection” by the Chestnut Hill Local, the Fairmount String Quartet has been leading the way in stretching the limits of the string quartet canon for 40 years. They are dedicated to bringing the intimacy and vitality of chamber music to diverse audiences and are committed to performing classical works of historically under-performed composers in addition to those in the standard classical repertoire, works by women composers, and works in diverse genres including pop, jazz, folk, and new age music. They have appeared in Strings Magazine and on National Public Radio’s “Weekend Edition”. The Fairmount String Quartet is in residence at the Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Philadelphia, PA, USA.

Produced, Mixed and Mastered by: Starkey
Photo by: Lucy Baber