Kuss Quartet

Brief profile

The Kuss Quartet transforms contemporary issues into art and is equally committed to innovation and the preservation of the repertoire with excellence.

“Routine is artistically fatal; novelty is vital” (Kuss Quartet)

A group of four independent musicians who form a strong team may be more resilient than soloists persuing their career as lone wolves – yet the string quartet, as a way of life and a social structure, is not necessarily any easier. The Kuss Quartet agrees that it requires a passion for the cause, a sense of human composure and plenty of energy.

In 1991, Jana Kuss and Oliver Wille founded the ensemble, which will celebrate its 25th anniversary on stage in 2027, together with violist William Coleman and cellist Mikayel Hakhnazaryan.

The Kuss Quartet draws its strength equally from a love of experimentation and a commitment to tradition, from an openness to new formats and from an exploration of profound musicality. Concept albums, commissioned works, cross-genre formats and collaborations with artist collectives are among their hallmarks. All the while, they remain mindful of their connection to the core repertoire.

In 2026/27, the quartet will embark on a new three-part album project: all six of Mozart’s string quintets, combined with six miniatures by contemporary composers.

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