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Danish String Quartet

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A Young Quartets New Approach to Nordic Folk MusicFounded in 2002 and recognized as one of the most exciting young string quartets as of 2017, the Danish String Quartet brings fresh perspectives to both contemporary music and the core classical repertoire, highlighting their essence. At the same time, they are engaging with the world of Nordic folk music in a remarkably brilliant way. Their 2014 album *WoodWorks* (Dacapo Records) was a hit in the left-field scene and has captivated audiences worldwide in concert performances. Now, the Danish String Quartet has chosen their folk music project for a new recording with ECM. Now Found Is the Fairest of Roses is taken from a hymn published in 1732 by the Danish theologian and poet H.A. Blorason. This hymn features a mysterious and sombre melody. To accompany his own Christmas hymn, Blason selected an old Lutheran funeral chorale. It elegant