History
The Vitamin String Quartet is a musical ensemble known for its series of string quartet cover albums released by Vitamin Records. These recordings typically focus on the music of a single artist or band per album, presenting classical interpretations of their songs, often with meticulous attention to the original arrangements. While employing a range of instruments, the quartet primarily utilizes violins, violas, and cellos to reimagine diverse musical genres.
Over its extensive discography, the Vitamin String Quartet has released a significant number of albums, paying tribute to both mainstream and independent artists. Their repertoire spans classical renditions of songs from genres including rock, pop, punk, techno, hardcore, country, metal, and rap, offering a unique classical perspective on popular music.
One notable contribution to the series is Exit... Stage Right: String Quartet Tribute to Rush, led by Todd Mark Rubenstein, which received a Grammy nomination. This project exemplifies the quartet's dedication to exploring and reinterpreting a wide spectrum of musical styles through the lens of classical instrumentation.
Discography
