quattrocelli is four cellists Lukas Dreyer, Michael Peternek, Matthias Trück and Hartwig Christ, following their own virtuoso path away from the musical mainstream. Whether it's classical, jazz, latin or film scores, audiences seem to love the unorthodox style and panache of these classically trained young musicians. As well as producing great music, audiences are sure to be captivated by their energy, passion and, most importantly, amused by their on stage antics

It all began in 1997 at university. A grant from the Friedrich Jürgen Sellheim Society helped get things started with radio and TV performances soon following. The group in its present formation - Lukas Dreyer, Michael Peternek, Matthias Trück and Hartwig Christ - has been playing together since 2004.

After invitations to festivals such as the Rheingau Music Festival, the group went on the first of many US tours in 2004, with over 80 appearances in the Community Concert Series to date. In 2006 they embarked on a tour of China.

quattrocelli's music is specially arranged and composed for the ensemble. The four musicians produce their own music as well as collaborating with other well-known composers. The group's sound is unmistakable, as no other instrument in the violin family of string instruments apart from the cello can produce such a wide tonal range, from powerful bases to clear sopranos. Each member of the group is extremely versatile: they can play anything from accompaniment over romantic cantilenas to awe-inspiring solos.

Since their foundation, quattrocelli has recorded five CDs with broadcasters such as NDR (North German Broadcasting) and Radio Bremen. Their next few recordings will focus on particular themes. For example, their current CD concentrates on film music, while their next exciting project is already underway: the music of America.