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    Famous Belgian string quartet ensemble since 1912; did many first live of modern works, and recordings are already legendary. What is the name of this quartet that is still active and using the same original name?

    Question #100818. Asked by Cem1942. (Nov 07 08 4:53 AM)


    maudy2

    		The Pro Arte String Quartet ?

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pro_Arte_Quartet

    Nov 07 08, 4:56 AM
    Cem1942

    		Yes Sir! It was great on Bartok as on Haydn.

    Nov 07 08, 6:59 AM

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