Renowned for their energy, unique sonority and fearless innovation, the four members of Quasar have been exploring the multiple facets of musical creation since its foundation in 1994. A highly versatile ensemble, they demonstrate exceptional artistry across a wide spectrum of genres and asthetics from acoustic works and improvisation to cutting-edge electronics, music-theatre and multidisciplinary productions

Their artistic excellence has earned them 10 OPUS Awards from the Conseil québécois de la musique—including the coveted “Artist of the Year” prize—confirming their status as one of Canada’s most influential contemporary music ensembles.

A powerhouse of artistic innovation, Quasar is celebrated for its close collaborations with today’s composers. By embracing research, experimentation, and bold creative risks, the quartet brings to life concerts that are daring, immersive, and unmistakably original. More than 200 new works have been commissioned and premiered by the ensemble, making a profound contribution to the development of contemporary repertoire and musical ideas.

Based in Montreal, Quasar curates and produces a concert series each season and performs widely across Canada, Mexico, the United States, and Europe. The ensemble has been showcased at major international festivals, including Busan Maru (South Korea), Ars Musica (Brussels), the SALT Festival (Victoria), and Tonlagen (Dresden).

Member of Le Vivier, Quasar is supported by the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec, the Canada Council for the Arts, the Conseil des arts de Montréal, and Vandoren.