Catalyst Quartet Tickets

The Catalyst Quartet is a vibrant, Boston-rooted string quartet formed in 2010 by the Sphinx Organization. Known for their incisive programming and commanding performances, they quickly attracted critical praise, including a noted New York Times appraisal of their Carnegie Hall debut for its energy and precision. The quartet blends innovative projects with time-honored classics, engaging audiences with a modern take on chamber music and a commitment to diversity in the classical realm.

Based in the United States, Catalyst Quartet brings a thoughtful, accessible approach to audiences in major concert halls and intimate venues alike. Their work emphasizes thematic storytelling, collaborative programming, and educational outreach, making them a trusted choice for series, festivals, and residencies across the country.

Biography: Catalyst Quartet formed in 2010 through the Sphinx Organization, dedicated to presenting high-caliber chamber music with a contemporary edge. Their Carnegie Hall debut drew praise from The New York Times for its energy and command, signaling a new era for a ensemble committed to artistic excellence and community engagement. The quartet’s members collaborate with leading composers and artists to create timely, meaningful experiences for diverse audiences.

• Musical Focus: Classical repertoire with innovative programming, modern commissions, and cross-genre collaborations.
• residencies and venues: They’ve held artist residencies at Met Museum LiveArts and Chamber Music Northwest, and performed at the Kennedy Center, Harris Theater, and Carnegie Hall.
• Community Impact: Active in education and outreach, expanding opportunities for young musicians and audiences alike.

Discography Highlights: The quartet’s debut album, The Bach/Gould Project (Azica Records, 2015), pairs Bach’s Goldberg Variations with Gould’s String Quartet Op. 1 in a unique quartet arrangement. Their ongoing Uncovered project reimagines historic Black composers: Vol. 1 Samuel Coleridge-Taylor (Feb 2021), Vol. 2 Florence Price (Feb 2022), and Vol. 3 featuring Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson, William Grant Still, and George Walker (Feb 2023). In 2017, Dreams and Daggers featured Cecile McLorin Salvant and contributed to the Grammy-winning Best Jazz Vocal Album (2018).

Upcoming Tours: Catalyst Quartet continues to bring their compelling performances to venues nationwide. In 2025 they will be appearing at Marlboro Music, Cape Cod festivals including Wellfleet Cape Cod Festival, Page Theatre in Minnesota, as well as performances in Sarasota, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Jaffrey, and multiple Boston-area events. Reach out for dates and secure seats through our easy, friendly booking process.