The 2025 Banff International String Quartet Competition will showcase ten exceptional quartets from Europe, Asia, and North America at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity from August 25-31, 2025. This highly regarded event, led by Barry Shiffman, offers quartets a chance to compete for substantial prizes and career-advancing opportunities. Diverse participants include groups like the Arete Quartet from Seoul and the Cong Quartet from Hong Kong, representing a global array of talent. The competition features multiple rounds and culminates in a final round where the top three quartets will perform their curated programs.
Cast and Creative Team for 2025 Banff International String Quartet Competition at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Creative Team
Ayane Kozasa
Preliminary Jury Member (Aizuri Quartet/Kronos Quartet)
Barry Shiffman
Director of BISQC
Chris Lorway
President and CEO of Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Joshua Gindele
Preliminary Jury Member (Miró Quartet)
Guillaume Sutre
Preliminary Jury Member (Ysaÿe Quartet)
Kati Agócs
Composer
Carly Maga
Director, Communications
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