Ariel Quartet Timeline

Timeline

25 Years of Musical Journey
1998

The Beginning

The Ariel Quartet forms at Jerusalem Academy Middle School when the members are still teenagers.

"We used to study for school exams together, but since math didn't go as well we decided to skip school..."
2003

First Major Recognition

Wins First Prize at the "Franz Schubert and Modern Music" competition, establishing their reputation in the chamber music world.

2004

American Studies

The quartet moves to Boston to study at the prestigious New England Conservatory, expanding their musical horizons under renowned faculty.

2006

Fischoff Victory

Wins the Grand Prize at the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition, one of America's most prestigious chamber music competitions.

2007

International Recognition

Receives Third Prize at the Banff International String Quartet Competition, gaining recognition on the international stage.

2010

European Mentorship

Studies in Basel, Switzerland with Walter Levin of the legendary LaSalle Quartet, deepening their understanding of the classical repertoire.

"The Shelter Island, NY, campus of the Perlman Music Program has quickly evolved into a second home..."
2012

Academic Residence

Becomes Faculty Quartet-in-Residence at Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, combining performance with education.

2013

Cleveland Quartet Award

Receives the prestigious Cleveland Quartet Award, recognizing their exceptional artistry and contribution to chamber music.

2015

Historic Beethoven Achievement

Becomes the first string quartet to perform the complete Beethoven cycle before age 30, a remarkable artistic milestone.

2017

Recording Debut

Releases debut CD recording for Avie Records, bringing their artistry to a wider audience through recorded music.

2018

Contemporary Music

Premieres John Harbison's String Quartet No. 6, demonstrating their commitment to contemporary classical music.

2019

Collaboration with Trifonov

Performs the U.S. premiere of Daniil Trifonov's Piano Quintet, showcasing their collaborative spirit with leading contemporary artists.