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Joel Quarrington

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Of  Joel Quarrington , England’s “Double Bassist” magazine said, “his performance was mesmerizing - his trademark bel canto playing style brought an otherworldly quality to Bottesini’s “Elegy”…he demonstrated impeccable articulation, a rich tonal palette, absolute control and crystalline clarity. A memorable night…” Reviews such as this have confirmed his reputation as one of today’s leading double bassists. 

A winner of the Geneva International Competition, Joel has served as the Principal Double Bassist of many ensembles including the Canadian Opera Company, the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, the National Arts Centre Orchestra in Ottawa and most recently the famous London Symphony Orchestra. 

In 2010 Joel's latest solo recording "Garden Scene" won the Juno Award as the years Best Classical recording. 

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2013 Orford Festival
2013 Orford Festival
Tribute to the music of Tchaikovsky
2013 Orford Festival
2013 Orford Festival
Tribute to the music of Tchaikovsky
New Orford String Quartet
New Orford String Quartet
nosq nominated for a juno: classical album of the year: solo or chamber ensemble!