Several of Bohuslav Martinů's string quartets, including No. 4 and No. 5, were lost during the turbulence of the war years and only rediscovered or publicly premiered much later.
Composer Biography
Bohuslav Martinů (1890-1959) was an exceptionally prolific composer, creating nearly four hundred works including operas, symphonies, and a significant amount of concertante and chamber music.
Performer Biography
The Stamic Quartet, founded in 1985, quickly became one of the leading Czech string quartets after winning the National Broadcasting Union Competition in 1986.
Composer Biography
Many of Bohuslav Martinů's works, including much of his chamber music, were composed during his years of exile in Paris (1923-40) and the USA (1941-53).
Performer Biography
Despite changes in personnel over the years, critics consistently praise the Stamic Quartet's vibrant sonic character and vital spirit across its 2,000-plus performances and numerous recordings.
Performer Biography
The Stamic Quartet is particularly renowned for its performances and recordings of Czech repertoire, having recorded all 14 of Dvořák's quartets and all seven of Martinů's.
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