5 Things to Know About the Belinfante Quartet’s Debut Album

The album is called Ellipse and was released in 2022. It features Caroline Shaw’s Plan & Elevation paired with Britten’s String Quartet No. 2.

Plan & Elevation is a contemporary work by Caroline Shaw. It was written for string quartet and is known for its inventive textures.

The Belinfante Quartet chose this piece to showcase their range. It contrasts with the more traditional Britten quartet on the album.

Britten’s String Quartet No. 2 is a demanding, three-movement work. It was composed in 1945 and is considered a cornerstone of the quartet repertoire.

The pairing highlights the quartet’s interest in both modern and classic repertoire. Ellipse is their debut recording, establishing their artistic identity.