The Banff International String Quartet Festival is on from September 1 - 3, 2023, and showcases the finest in international classical music to audiences through a completely immersive experience.

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Banff International String Quartet Festival is a three-day festival showcasing the finest in international classical music to audiences through a completely immersive experience.

In 2017, the Banff International String Quartet Festival commenced in non-competition years. Led by Director of the Banff International String Quartet Competition Barry Shiffman, the festival features competition alumni alongside special guests exploring repertoire from across the centuries.

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