Kronos Quartet.

This article from Songlines provides a comprehensive overview of the Kronos Quartet, a string quartet known for their global collaborations and diverse repertoire. The quartet was founded by violinist David Harrington in the 1960s and has since gained a reputation for their technical command and ability to travel between genres and cultures. They have commissioned and recorded works by composers from around the world, including pieces rooted in Polish folk song and African music. The article also highlights the quartet's activism and commitment to mentoring younger composers. The quartet recently celebrated their 50th anniversary with a global tour and were inducted into the Library of Congress' National Recording Registry. [Extracted from the article]