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Following acclaimed debut concerts at London's Royal Academy of Music in 1998, The TransAtlantic Horn Quartet has developed a reputation as one of the premiere horn ensembles in the world. With internationally recognized artists Michael Thompson and Richard Watkins of Great Britain, Jeff Nelsen of Canada, and Skip Snead of the United States, the group features a unique blend of talents and styles that makes it truly greater than the sum of its parts. The quartet has appeared with orchestras and in recital at various music festivals, in music schools, and as hosts of their own workshops on both sides of the Atlantic.

The TAHQ is dedicated to a multi-part musical mission. It seeks to expand the existing repertoire through commissions and other means, while promoting the mainstays of the horn quartet literature. In addition, concerts may be tailored to include standard works for three horns, for two horns, or for solo horn.

The TransAtlantic Horn Quartet welcomes opportunities to incorporate masterclasses and private teaching into performance packages. The focus of TAHQ's teaching efforts has been a multi-faceted seminar offered each summer. The Summer Seminar 2006 (4-10 June 2006) will provide hornists with a variety of experiences, including private lessons, daily masterclasses, daily ensemble coachings, daily orchestral reading sessions, and opportunities for solo and ensemble performing. Most evenings will feature a concert by the Quartet or some of its members, guest artists, and Seminar participants. Apply using the convenient Printable Application Form