Described as “one of the finest quartets of our time” by The Washington Post, the Hagen Quartet has performed throughout the world’s major music capitals for nearly four decades. They have been regarded as the archetype of sound quality, ensemble playing, and genuine commitment to the works and composers of the genre.

Hagen Quartet

 Benaroya Hall

Like American 21st century superstars, the Emerson Quartet, Europe’s Hagen Quartet has attained an unparalleled position among the finest chamber ensembles in the world. Declared “the pinnacle of musicality” (Die Presse) their European preeminence is resolute. Comprised of siblings Lukas, Veronika, and Clemens Hagen, with violinist Rainer Schmidt, this four-decades-strong Austrian sensation has performed throughout the world and amassed a storied discography of nearly 50 acclaimed recordings. For those who love the best-of-the-best, you’ll not want to miss one of the greatest string quartets of our time in this rare U.S. appearance, right here in Portland!

Hagen Quartet: Pinnacle of Musicality

The Old Church Concert Hall

A New York concert by the Hagen Quartet—hailed as “the ideal string quartet” by the Los Angeles Times—is not to be missed. As The Washington Post notes, “one of the finest quartets of our time, the Hagen [Quartet] … comes too rarely to our shores.” With string quartet masterworks by Haydn, Beethoven, and Bartók, this anticipated program comprises music from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries from three of the genre’s all-time greatest composers.

Hagen Quartet

Feb 28, 2025

Hagen Quartet

Feb 27, 2025

Hagen Quartet: Pinnacle of Musicality

Hagen Quartet