ALTA 4TET is a collaboration of four committed and curious musicians based in Brooklyn, NY who perform and premiere a wide range of music for string quartet. Founded in 2021, the group has been praised for their “fiery” and “faithful” performances (New York City Jazz Record) of contemporary repertoire, and regularly performs music both old and new. Current and recent projects include an ongoing collaboration with Michael Bates’ Acrobat quintet, featuring re-imaginings of works by Shostakovich alongside world premieres and new arrangements for large ensemble; a world premiere performance of a Joel Harrison work dedicated to author and psychedelic pioneer, Ken Kesey; and an in-process recording of Beethoven’s String Quartet in F minor, Op. 95, No. 11. ALTA is all about elevating our sense of curiosity for music; from performances in venues like Roulette Intermedium and the prestigious Knickerbocker Club to cozy local haunts like the Owl Music Parlor and Jalopy Theater, the quartet warmly welcomes you to our upcoming 2023-24 performances.