Next show: New York City, Thu 5 Nov
GAIA Quartet is an intentionally all-women string quartet dedicated to commissioning and performing works by living composers. Founded in 2022 by Aspen Barker (violin), Yi Charice Tang (violin), Simone Cartales (viola), and Rosalyn Taylor (cello), GAIA Quartet was formed out of a shared passion for bringing contemporary music to modern audiences. The name “GAIA” comes from the Greek goddess, Gaia, the personification of Mother Earth. She is powerful yet often overlooked, much like the composers GAIA Quartet champions. Gaia’s story resonated with the quartet as a symbol of resilience, transformation, and creation. These values define both their music-making and their dedication to contemporary composers. The name represents the diversity within the group, honoring different backgrounds and artistic perspectives while embracing the strength to persist and evolve. GAIA Quartet continues to push for change in classical music. By commissioning new works, collaborating with composers, and rethinking how audiences engage with music, they are committed to making contemporary music accessible, meaningful, and relevant.
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GAIA Quartet performs contemporary classical chamber music, focusing specifically on commissioning and interpreting works by living composers. Follow GAIA Quartet on Mood.
GAIA Quartet is based in Boston, Massachusetts.
GAIA Quartet consists of violinists Aspen Barker and Yi Charice Tang, violist Simone Cartales, and cellist Rosalyn Taylor.
