The Elan Quintet was formed through the coalescence of performance experience in lyric, symphonic and chamber music of its internationally recognised members. The combination of string quartet with double bass has opened up a richness of tone and distinct soundscape that the Elan Quintet has dedicated itself to exploring, celebrating works by renowned composers such as Schubert and Dvořák as well as working with contemporary artists in creating new pieces for quintet, and rediscovering forgotten masterpieces by composers including Onslow and Bridge.

The quintet was formed in Valencia, Spain in 2014 by musicians that had worked with each other extensively in the opera orchestra of the Palau de les Arts, as well as in masterclasses, chamber music a...