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Based in Southern Maryland, the St. Charles String Quartet was founded in 2004 by Neil Puzon and Gabe Soloff as an opportunity to read chamber music. Since then, the quartet has evolved and participated in educational outreach programs and performed for numerous events. Faculty members of the United States Navy War College called them "a class act" and "the best we've heard." For 2008, the quartet was honored to perform with the legendary Beach Boy, Brian Wilson and his band at Warner Theater in Washington, DC performing his entire "That Lucky Old Sun" album. Their 2007 season included debut performances at the Library of Congress, Mattawoman Creek "Arts in Park" Festival, and the Lurman Summer Concert Series. They've also performed for the White House Military Office and the French and Italian embassies. Members have studied chamber music at the University of Maryland, Temple University, and Yale, together with various prestigious ensembles including the Juilliard and Sunrise string quartets. These musicians continue to be acknowledged for their technique and exciting repertoire. The quartet takes its name from St. Charles Borromeo (1538-1584), patron saint of learning and the arts.
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