‘Superb’- The New York Times

‘The Calder’s Beethoven was full of flaring drama, furrowed brows and quiet intensity. But, with the tightest of ensemble playing and well-judged balancing of instrumental voices, the piece retained its classical integrity and polished finish.’- The Washington Post

'Tuesday’s concert by the superb Calder Quartet showed that the time-honored string quartet format still provides fertile ground for innovation and surprise in the hands of imaginative, skillful creators.'- The New York Times

'Calder Quartet played some formidable Mozart and Beethoven'- Alex Ross, The New Yorker

'I've written before that every time I hear the Calder, the ensemble seems to have reached a new level. That remains true, and now only the stars are the limit, as the Calder takes its place as one of America's most satisfying -- and most enterprising -- quartets.' - Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times

'Full marks to the Edinburgh Festival for enticing the Calder Quartet, which, on yesterday’s evidence, sits well among the US top tier.' - The Scotsman

'The Calder Quartet played the most insightful and moving performance of Thomas Adès's Arcadiana I've ever heard.'- Tom Service, The Guardian UK

'The Calder's passionate engagement with the music was notable; so was their pinpoint control and near-flawless execution.' - Boston Globe

'tremendous conviction' - Cleveland Plain Dealer

'Performances like these — freshly rethought, impeccably played — do more than provide enjoyable listening. They reveal hidden dimensions, renew a bond with the composer, and justify the continuance of familiar works in the repertory.' - Boston Globe