Alou String Quartet

The Alou String Quartet combines the classic string quartet line-up with the stylistic freedom of jazz, groove and improvisation – inspired by ensembles such as the Turtle Island String Quartet. They play their own compositions and arrangements, which reflect a versatility that develops from the four different life paths, the origin and the enthusiasm for different musical styles. The quartet invites the audience to immerse themselves in a world full of rich chords, dynamic rhythms and deep improvisations.

Since its founding in 2023, the quartet has regularly played concerts at Porgy & Bess (Vienna), bflat (Berlin), events of Leipjazzig e.V. and Jazzkitchen Hamburg and festivals such as the Detect Classic Festival. The ensemble has already been involved in various productions, including the studio recording for Zartmann’s “Schönhauser” EP and a live session with newcomer Jassin. In October/November 2025, the Alou String Quartet went on tour to China with the Nuhussel Orchestra Hamburg.

The quartet’s debut album was recorded in autumn 2025 and will be released in 2026. Composition:

• Myrsini Bekakou – Violin

• Alma Gröning – Violin

• Davis West – Viola

• Esther Thoben - Cello

“The Alou String Quartet took the audience on a musical journey that took its origin somewhere between jazz, classical and free improvisation and at the same time eluded all categories” (Vorarlberger Nachrichten, Thuringia, 27.05.25).