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Ben Linton, violin

Hanami Froom, violin

Govanny Brown, viola

Kathryn Fakely, cello

The Amara Quartet is an emerging ensemble of young artists distinguished by their energetic artistry and adventurous spirit. Though newly formed, the quartet has rapidly established a meaningful profile through collaborations and world-class mentorship.

Currently fellowship young artists at the McDuffie Center for Strings, the quartet works closely with Cavani Quartet member and Director of Chamber Music, Annie Fullard, along with Lawrence Dutton, violist of the Emerson Quartet. The ensemble has toured alongside acclaimed artists including violinist Amy Schwartz Moretti, pianist Orion Weiss, and violinist Robert McDuffie, and has performed at the Rome Chamber Music Festival.Members of the quartet have received guidance  from renowned ensembles and artists including the Balourdet and Ehnes Quartets, as well as world renowned violinists,  Peter Salaff and Jaime Laredo.

Beyond their rigorous conservatory training, the Amara Quartet is deeply committed to community engagement, believing that chamber music speaks to the universal human experience. They regularly perform for diverse audiences—from school-age children to adults—bringing chamber music into their surrounding community. By balancing artistic excellence with active outreach, the Amara Quartet represents an inspired generation of musicians dedicated to both the highest standards of performance and the transformative social impact of the arts.