The Finzi Quartet has emerged as an important chamber group, championing not only the music of its namesake but also other British composers. The group has held several prestigious residencies.
The Finzi Quartet was formed in the late 2000s decade when its members -- first violinist Sara Wolstenholme, second violinist Natalie Klouda, violist Ruth Gibson, and cellist Lydia Shelley -- were students at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, England. At first, the players were under the supervision of Christopher Rowland but soon began to earn scholarships and prizes...