Haihong Liu violin
Bieyi Xue violin
Zhongxian Jin viola
Robert Ibell cello
Acclaimed as demonstrating "accomplished brilliance, soulfulness and sublime intensity in perfect balance and tonal unity" (The Dominion Post), the Aroha String Quartet are firmly established as one of the finest chamber music ensembles performing in New Zealand today.
Founded in 2004 by four world-class Chinese professional musicians in their newly adopted country, this versatile ensemble are known for their passionate musicality, impressive technique, and multicultural innovations.
In 2009, Haihong Liu, Bieyi Xue and Zhongxian Jin were joined by well-known New Zealand cellist Robert Ibell. Alongside their busy schedule with respective orchestral and teaching duties, Aroha are highly committed to presenting string quartet works from traditional Chinese folk music to western classical and avant-garde contemporary repertoire.
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