Journey into the music
Chaski: Running messenger of the Inca Empire who would travel long distances through the Andes to share messages.
Chaski Quartet: 4 musicians (and runners) who travel long distances to share the best of the string quartet repertoire with audiences
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Chaski Quartet: Amy Huzjak, Alejandro Gómez Guillén, Han Dewan, and Sarah Cranor
Chaski Quartet:
Colorado and New Mexico 2026
Described in the Gunnison Country Times as making “music for human connection,” Chaski Quartet returns to Colorado and New Mexico this summer for 9 concerts, including 5 performances within Colorado Department of Corrections Facilities.
Repertoire:
Reena Esmail Ragamala
Osvaldo Golijov Tenebrae
Jessie Montgomery Strum
Sergei Prokofiev String Quartet no.2 in F Major
Gabriella Smith Carrot Revolution
Since meeting in 2019, the Chaski Quartet has become known for their commitment to immersive concert experiences, audience development, and innovative programming. Recent concerts have included works by George Walker, Gabriela Lena Frank, Jessie Montgomery, and Jennifer Higdon, alongside works of Mozart, Beethoven, and Dvorak. In demand as clinicians and instructors, Chaski has coached extensively and performed for over 2000 students.
Chaski Quartet is now eligible for tax-deductible donations via our fiscal sponsor, Fractured Atlas
