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The Parker String Quartet, formed in 2002 in Boston, is one of today’s leading chamber ensembles, known for its expressive playing, refined ensemble, and commitment to education. Current members are Daniel Chong (1st violin), Ken Hamao (2nd violin), Jessica Bodner (viola), and Kee-Hyun Kim (cello). The quartet has earned international recognition, including a Grammy Award for Best Chamber Music Performance in 2011 for György Ligeti’s String Quartets Nos. 1 & 2 (Naxos). Beyond performance, they engage in outreach and residency programs, serving as Blodgett Artists-in-Residence at Harvard and Quartet-in-Residence at the University of South Carolina, among other educational activities. Here you’ll find a detailed biography, discography highlights, and upcoming tour information for this storied American ensemble.