NOVO Quartet

Kaya Kato Møller, Nikolai Vasili Nedergaard [violins], Daniel Śledziński [viola], Signe Ebstrup Bitsch [cello]

NOVO Quartet’s journey began in 2018 with three childhood friends and a Polish violist — a look-alike to the second violinist. In the beginning, the young quartet couldn’t even agree on a name, so the organizer of their first concert named them “NOVO” — because they were new. Six years later, they still feel as at the beginning of their journey. Not due to the lack of experience, but they are always exploring, keeping doors open, and letting curiosity lead the way.

That curiosity has taken them far. With around 75 concerts a year, they have performed in world-class venues like Wigmore Hall and Victoria Hall. But they also seek contrasts — like playing at a boys’ school in Kenya, discovering how music brings joy even where classical concerts are rare. Their outreach tours have taken them to Kenya, Greenland, Svalbard, and Colombia.

But none of this matters without their bond. Over time, the quartet has become a small family, built on respect, care, and humour. This philosophy inspired them to create their own festival, ACROSS, where they exclusively invite already established ensembles. Here, it’s all about celebrating the spirit of chamber music together with ensembles from around the world – a vision they are passionate about realizing.