Boston-based Rasa String Quartet has emerged as one of New England’s finest ensembles, finding their niche exploring the musical space where classical and folk traditions intersect. The quartet received first prize in the Associazione Europea Di Musica E Comunicazione International Chamber Music Competition (Italy), and have performed across the US including multiple appearances with Rockport Music, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Martha’s Vineyard Chamber Music Society and Boston New Music Festival. They can be found collaborating with the preeminent folk musicians of today, performing their own programs in venues and festivals around the country, and participating in artistic and educational residencies at a variety of institutions. 

Their Midday Music program titled Impressions dives into an exciting fusion of East Asian folk music and the Western classical tradition, from a joyful celebration of the Lunar New Year in Chen Yi’s Shuo to Jungyoon Wie's version of A Popular Tune. This vibrant program showcases visionary composers who embrace traditional folk music from around Asia, capturing the essence of each style through their own unique cultural lens.