Killing Contemporary

About Us

The Killing Contemporary String Quartet is an ensemble rooted in the rich tradition of the string quartet while fearlessly engThe Killing Contemporary String Quartet is an ensemble rooted in the rich tradition of the string quartet while fearlessly engaging with music across genres and eras. Comprised of Victoria (Vicky), Madelynn (Maddy), Mia, and Kiana, the quartet is united by a shared passion for bold, expressive performance. Together, they bring a blend of precision, imagination, and deep respect for the evolving language of music.

From beloved classical masterworks to contemporary compositions, premieres by emerging composers, and reimagined classics, the ensemble embraces a wide spectrum of repertoire. With each performance, Vicky, Maddy, Mia, and Kiana create a space where tradition meets experimentation, and where sound becomes a vehicle for dialogue, reflection, and discovery.

aging with the music of our time. United by a shared passion for bold, expressive performance, the quartet brings together four musicians whose artistry blends precision, imagination, and a deep respect for the evolving language of music.

While devoted to the works of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries—including premieres by emerging composers—the ensemble also embraces reimagined classics and underexplored repertoire from across eras. With each performance, they create a space where tradition meets experimentation, and where sound becomes a vehicle for dialogue, reflection, and discovery.