KAIA
“KAIA String Quartet gracefully finesses the classical-to-jazz divide.”
-Howard Reich, Arts Critic, Chicago Tribune
The Chicago-based KAIA String Quartet, celebrated for their ability to blend jazz, classical, Latin, and world music, is devoted to promoting the vibrant musical traditions of Latin America.
Known for their active engagement in both performance and music education, KAIA has collaborated with renowned artists, earned critical acclaim for their albums, and served as teaching artists in various programs, showcasing a commitment to nurturing the next generation of musicians while leaving an indelible mark on Chicago's music scene and beyond.
Recording Project - Fundraising Campaign
Recording Project - Fundraising Campaign
As a quartet, our mission is to champion music that showcases the diversity of repertoire written by Latin American composers or inspired by artists from that part of the world.
Because of this, the repertoire we play often is by lesser known composers whose music may have never been professionally recorded.
By making more video recordings of our work available on YouTube, we will remove any geographical or monetary barriers between our ensemble and potential audiences across the globe.
Making the music we love more accessible expands our reach and increases our impact as a quartet.
