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The Brentano String Quartet has been presenting intimate, riveting chamber music since 1992. Formed at the Juilliard School and named after Antonie Brentano, a contender for Beethoven’s Immortal Beloved, the quartet has become a cornerstone of the American classical scene. With a long-running Ensemble-in-Residence role at Princeton University and an ongoing Artist-in-Residence appointment at Yale, Brentano combines deep historical insight with vibrant contemporary programming. Here’s a closer look at their journey, key recordings, and upcoming appearances.