The Vega String Quartet
Quartet in Residence at Emory University in Atlanta

Fia Mancini Durrett & Jessica Shuang Wu: Violins  Yinzi Kong: Viola  Guang Wang: Cello

Press Commentary and Reviews:

"The music simply took over and created a space of its own. The musicians played with a deceptive simplicity and fluidity that made difficult passages seem childlike in their straightforwardness. Big, strong playing...excellent ensemble. Crisp, clear precision."

-The New York Times

"The Vega Quartet was all singing, with remarkable sonority, intimate ensemble, and integrally sound musicianship. Every note, every phrase was attention-holding and satisfying. Especially impressive was cellist Guang Wang. Whether bowed or plucked, the instrument asserted a marvelous ground that thickened the sauce just right. When melodies were passed among ... it was as though the ideal ingredients and complementary spices were being added in a perfect blend. Never taking a misstep or making an unmusical sound, it was a delight."

-Classical Voice of North Carolina

"Fine young players who have a well developed flair for stylish performance. There was a nice sense of crisp articulation, controlled dynamics and lovely phrasing. Bold and vibrant playing. This was a performance to treasure. Extraordinary musicianship, virtuosic intensity, a knockout performance."

-Peninsula Reviews (California)

"The Quartet enthralled their audience with musical knowledge, discipline, precision and art."

-The News Leader (Florida)

"The marvelous Chinese foursome..."

-The Strad

"a touch both light and distinctive, emotional but not overbearing...playing that had a kind of clean intoxication to it, pulling the listener along...the musicians took real risks in their music making..."

-The New York Times

"...abundant strengths...a single-minded and relentless concentration that gives sweep and perspective to the music at hand... mechanical superiority and a compelling sense of authority...It glowed with musicality and balance...from fragile delicacy to virile aggression and eloquent songfulness..."

-The Los Angeles Times

"There can be no doubt that a sensational chamber music group has burst upon the scene. The breathtaking performance burned with drama from first moment to last, truly stunning!"

-The Reader (San Diego)

"These four young Chinese-born musicians have that rare star quality that makes an indelible and unforgettable impression on the listener... virtuoso perfection, highly developed musical understanding and an elevated quality of ensemble expertise."

-Monterey County Herald

"...remarkable assurance and conviction...a well-blended sound that allows individual lines to shine through... considerable technical aplomb...intensely lyrical expression..."

-Sun-Sentinel (Ft. Lauderdale)

"The Vega Quartet played with suave urgency and immaculate technique..."

-Miami Herald

"Rarely does one hear such insight."

-Virginia Gazette