NeoQuartet

NeoQuartet has emerged as one of Europe’s most dynamic and forward-thinking contemporary music ensembles, dedicated to reimagining the boundaries of the string quartet tradition. With a commitment to innovation and artistic exploration, this Polish quartet has garnered international acclaim for their electrifying performances and bold creative ventures.

NeoQuartet is Karolina Piątkowska-Nowicka (first violin), Paweł Kapica (second violin), Michał Markiewicz (viola) and Krzysztof Pawłowski (cello). Together, they are the driving force behind the NeoArte Synthesizer of Arts Festival, held annually in Gdańsk, Poland, since 2012 – a testament to their dedication to cultivating a vibrant, cross-disciplinary artistic community.

At the heart of NeoQuartet’s identity lies an insatiable curiosity for new artistic horizons. Their work is defined by outstanding energy, expressive freedom, and a fearless approach to challenging conventions. The quartet thrives on collaboration, drawing inspiration from partnerships with diverse artists while forging profound connections with their audiences. As a quartet, they are renowned for inviting listeners to explore alternative dimensions of sound and perspective, offering a fresh lens through which to experience contemporary music.

A laureate of the prestigious Pomeranian Artistic Award and a nominee for accolades such as the Fryderyk Awards and Sztorm Roku, NeoQuartet has released an impressive cata- logue of 12 recordings under esteemed labels in Poland, Germany, Greece and the United States. Their repertoire spans the full spectrum of contemporary classical music, and since 2017, they have pioneered the use of electric MIDI string instruments, synthesizers and loopers. Their 2022 album String Theory showcases their own compositions, charting new paths for the development of the string quartet in the 21st century.