Havana Quartet

Founded in 2017, the Havana Quartet has established itself as a leading ensemble in both classical and contemporary music, proudly representing the richness and diversity of Cuban culture. The quartet is composed of Hansel Pérez Carrero (director, violin), Ana Caridad Frómeta (violin), Amaya Fuentes Sarria (viola), and Denise Hernández Rabeiro (cello), all talented musicians and graduates of the University of the Arts in Havana. In addition to their work within the quartet, its members have performed with renowned Cuban orchestras such as the Havana Chamber Orchestra, the Havana Lyceum Orchestra, and Música Eterna, contributing to the vibrant musical landscape of their homeland.

Since their debut at the 30th anniversary of the Havana Contemporary Music Festival, the quartet has captivated audiences at prestigious events such as La Ruta de Mozart, the Havana Classical Music Festival, the Mozart-Habana Festival, and the Habaneras Festival, held in celebration of Havana’s 500th anniversary. Their versatile repertoire spans works by Shostakovich, Mozart, and prominent Cuban composers such as Alfredo Diez Nieto, Alejandro Falcón, and Jorge Amado Molina. In 2022, their performance of Molina’s Ofrenda, featured on the album of the same name, earned them a Cubadisco Award, the highest accolade in the Cuban music industry.

In 2023, the quartet began a new artistic chapter in the United States, performing at the Harvard Fivesparks Music Festival and the Apple Hill  Center for Chamber Music, where they collaborated with internationally acclaimed musicians such as , Judith Eissenberg, Rhonda Rider, Judith Gordon, Leonard Matczynski.

After relocating to the Minneapolis–Saint Paul area, they continued refining their craft under the guidance of Tom Rosenberg and J.Freivogel, quickly becoming an integral part of Minnesota’s dynamic cultural scene.In 2025, they returned to Apple Hill as a fellowship ensemble, receiving masterclasses from Jesse MacDonald and Saúl Bitran and further solidifying their artistic growth within an international collaborative environment.

Since 2024, the Havana Quartet has served as quartet-in-residence at CAYO, an organization that fosters cultural connection through music. They have delivered memorable performances at venues such as Orchestra Hall, the Danish American Center, the Capri Theater, and other iconic locations. Among their most notable collaborations are performances with the Jasper String Quartet and Yazmin & Beat Zero, led by pianist Yazmin Bowers, with whom they contributed to a recent recording project. In 2025, the quartet also participated in the Minnesota Tango Music Festival, expanding their artistic reach and exploring new musical expressions.

Deeply committed to music education, the quartet shares its expertise through masterclasses, workshops, and community engagement activities, inspiring the next generation of musicians. Their passion for music transcends borders, uniting diverse audiences with performances that blend technical virtuosity, artistic sensitivity, and a profound connection to their cultural roots.

The Havana Quartet stands not only as a symbol of Cuban musical excellence, but also as a cultural bridge that fosters understanding and joy through the transformative power of music.