Biography highlights include the quartet’s founding in 1997, the distinctive lineup, and their notable use of the Akai EWI synthesizer to create layered textures. Their awards—Concert Artists Guild Management Award, Kersjes Prize, and Gaudeamus Interpreters prize—underscore their impact in both the classical and contemporary scenes. Recent releases such as Pelēcis (2021) and De Betoverde Vaatwasser (2022) demonstrate their ongoing recording activity and willingness to explore diverse influences, including collaborations like Shalygin’s Todos Los Fuegos El Fuego.
The 2025 tour in the Netherlands features performances at Maestra (Kerk Jisp, Mar 15, 2025), Koningsconcert 2025 (Assen, Apr 25, 2025), Glass in Motion (Middelburg, Oct 24, 2025), and De Waalse Kerk (Dec 4, 2025). For official updates, follow Amstel Quartet on Instagram and Facebook, or visit their official site for events and releases. Social links: Instagram: @amstelquartet, Facebook: Amstel Quartet on Facebook.