- The Black Quartet
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The Black Quartet

Unrivalled as New Zealand’s premier string quartet, The Black Quartet are a sophisticated, versatile ensemble.

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Unrivalled as New Zealand’s premier string quartet, The Black Quartet are a sophisticated, versatile group of extremely talented young musicians, offering a contemporary take on this classic ensemble style. They have collaborated with the likes of Kanye West, Six60 and Ladyhawke, appeared in television commercials and accompanied Hayley Westernra, performed at Christmas in the Park and Rhythm and Vines, toured the world and composed for some of the world’s biggest brands. The calibre of their musicianship is matched by the cool, contemporary style and attitude they bring to their art form. The Black, as a quartet or individually, have worked with: Kanye West / Hayley Westenra / The Feelers / Op Shop / Ladyhawke / Six60 / Boh Runga / Eileen Page / Geoff Sewell ‘Incognito Artists’ / Moana and the Tribe / Maisey Rika / Sir Howard Morrison / Rhythm and Vines / APRA Awards / Lawrence Arabia / Paul McLaney / SJD / Brooke Fraser / Auckland Philharmonic Orchestra / Auckland Chamber Orchestra / Christmas In The Park / X Factor / NZ's Got Talent / Vodafone Music Awards / Stars In Their Eyes / Lakeside, Rotorua / Tim Beveridge shows / Operatunity tours
Ella Fitzgerald Misty
A-ha Take On Me
Bruce Springsteen I'm On Fire
George Gershwin Swanee
Dave Dobbyn Welcome Home
Mozart Divertimento in F Major Presto
Gotye Somebody That I Used To Know

Selected Songs

Bach
Air On A G String

Dilibes
Flower Duet

Mozart
Eine Kleine Nacht Musik

Vivaldi
The Four Seasons

Elgar
Salut D'Amour

Satie
Gymnopedie

Pachelbel
Canon

George Frideric Handel
Arrival of the Queen of Sheba

Jeremiah Clarke
Trumpet Voluntary

Handel
Ave Maria

Ravel
Pavan

Bach
Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring

Bach
Sheep May Safely Graze

Handel
Air

Beethoven
Fur Elise

Handel
Halleluia Chorus

Beethoven Mozart Quartets and Divertamentos
Symphony no 5

Kreisler
Liebeslied

Albinez
Spanish Dance

Daquin
The Cockoo

Ella Fitzgerald
The Man I Love

Porgy and Bess
Summertime

Tony Bennett
New York New York

Al Jolson / Gershwin
Swanee

Judy Garland
Embraceable You

Ragtime
Bohemia Rag

Duke Ellington
Don’t Get Around Much Anymore

Jazz Standard
Lullaby of Birdland

Ella Fitzgerald
Someone to Watch Over Me

Ella Fitzgerald
It Don’t Mean a Thing

Frank Sinatra
Strangers in the Night

Diana Krall
Isn’t it Romantic

Richard Rodgers
Some Enchanted Evening

Dusty Springfield
The Windmills of your Mind

Nat King Cole
StarDust

Andrew Lloyd Webber
Music of the Night

James Ingram and Linda Ronstadt
Somewhere Out There

Melissa Manchester
Theme from Ice Castles

Jim Henson
The Rainbow Connection

David Foster
Love Theme from St Elmo's Fire

Celine Dion
My Heart Will Go On

Andrew Lloyd Webber
All I Ask Of You

Madonna
Don’t Cry For Me Argentina

Ariana Grande & John Legend
Beauty and the Beast

Debby Boone / Westlife
You Light Up My life

Fall Out Boy
Thanks for the Memory

Lionel Ritchie
Hello

Barbara Dickson and Elaine Paige
I Know Him So Well

Simon & Garfunkel
Scarborough Fair

The Doors
Blue Sunday

Eric Clapton
Tears in Heaven

Vicky Leandros
Love is Blue

Billy Joel
She's Got A Way

Vanessa Williams
Save the Best for Last

Matt Monro
From Russia with Love

The Beatles
Let it Be

The Pogues
Fairytale of N.Y

Joshua Kadison
Jessie

Shania Twain
From This Moment

Bruno Mars
Just The Way You Are

Reviews

A massive thank you to The Black Quartet for their superb performance at Tourism New Zealand’s Business Events National Awards Dinner. They created a wonderful atmosphere and added another layer of sophistication to the event. Many of the guests commented on the calibre of the beautiful music and the great selection of classic kiwi songs they performed. I was also extremely impressed with their professionalism. Would highly recommend.

Anna Ward | Tourism New Zealand

Where to begin? We had very high expectations of the quartet and they exceeded them by a mile! Everything was absolutely perfect, and we had guests telling us how beautiful the music was. Please pass on our sincerest thanks to the players. They really added an extra level of elegance, and in no way could I fault them. Thank you for your help, and your prompt and friendly service throughout this process. It is hugely appreciated!

Georgia and David | Wedding

The Black Quartet were fantastic musicians and helped to create an unforgettable ambiance. They are so talented and seamlessly transitioned from classical to modern covers. They were absolutely wonderful and we were so glad they were part of, and added to, our special day.

Elizabeth Howells | Wedding

The Black Quartet were fantastic, exactly what we wanted for our wedding ceremony. The music was perfect and they created an excellent atmosphere.

Michaela Finlay | Wedding

A HUGE thank you to Findaband and the black quartet for their beautiful performance. The client, guests and our team were so impressed and taken back by their talents. Thanks again and I look forward to working with Findaband in the future.

Danielle James | Micheal Hill Event

The Black Quartet were wonderful. They got rave reviews from our guests. Thank you for helping to make it such a special evening.

Karen Richardson |

It all went really well and we have been getting some amazing feedback. The Black Quartet were great and added another element to our event with our guests speaking so highly of them so we hope that they enjoyed themselves as well! Thanks so much again for your help in organizing them at our event.

Kirsten Pearce |

A big thank you to the black quartet who played at our wedding. Honestly, you guys were all amazing!! Everything ran so smoothly. Very happy!!! Will book you guys again for a future large event.

Laura Camphius | Wedding

Such an amazing day and The Black Quartet were amazing and suited the vibe perfectly!

Melissa Peach | Wedding

Great positive feedback about the String quartet. Quite a few have written in with comments that the music was beautiful. Thank you so much!

Tania Cummins | Corporate Event

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Ella Fitzgerald Misty
A-ha Take On Me
Bruce Springsteen I'm On Fire
George Gershwin Swanee
Dave Dobbyn Welcome Home
Mozart Divertimento in F Major Presto
Gotye Somebody That I Used To Know