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Ilmar Gavilan is a celebrated violinist known for co‑founding the Harlem Quartet, a group blending classical virtuosity with diverse musical influences. The quartet earned a Grammy in 2013 for Hot House (Best Instrumental Composition) as part of a Chick Corea project, marking a milestone in his career. Ilmar has built a rich discography as a solo artist and collaborator, with projects like Aires y Leyendas, Por el Mar, Brothers with Aldo López‑Gavilan, Cross Pollination with the Harlem Quartet, and Havana Meets Harlem, a collaboration that earned a Latin Grammy nomination in 2025. He continues a dynamic concert schedule, touring internationally and collaborating with renowned artists across jazz and classical genres.