Spektral Quartet commissioned a great deal of new music, and its programming often explored musical dialogues between contemporary works and traditional repertory. The group held major residences at the University of Chicago and other prestigious institutions.
Spektral Quartet (the group usually did not use the definite "the" article) was founded in 2010. During its time, it offered innovative concerts that bridged centuries, striving to create a charged, up-close concert atmosphere that was sometimes marked by interactive aspects. The group's founding members were violinists...