Established in 2005 by violinist/composer Anna Stafford, the Stafford String Quartet is often, but not necessarilly, an all girl's rock string quartet, dedicated to string quartet music with an emphasis on rock n' roll and classical music. Tapping into the talents of LA's finest classical musicians, the Stafford String Quartet performs high caliber, high profile events, pop recordings, film appearances, and rock n' roll performancs, using a variety of professional musicians in Los Angeles.

The Stafford String Quartet's recent clients include the 2007 Emmy Awards After Party, Ferrari of North America, K-Mozart, Borders Bookstores, Los Angeles Art Show, National Public Radio, and FOX drama Wedding Bells. Performances include LA area clubs and a 2007 tour which led to performances in Austria and Hungary.

Los Angeles classical venues include the Laguna Ritz Carlton, Huntington Hilton, Biltmore,
BelAir Hotel, Shrine Auditorium, LA Arboretum, Disney Hall, Beverly Hills Hotel and Ebel Wilshire to name just a few.

The quartet performs all originals from Anna's 2006 release "String Music," and Anna's 2008 release "Staring at the Sky," available on iTunes, and a variety of standard classical, pop, rock, and jazz favorites.

Anna Stafford

Los Angeles solo artist, composer, and producer, Anna Stafford's quartets add a rich arena of new, uplifting string performance styles to the Los Angeles Entertainment Industry and abroad. From TV appearances to recording sessions to her eloquent compositions, Anna adds an unprecidented charm to the Los Angeles Music Scene.

Her recent recording and TV credits include: 2007 Grammy Awards, 2007 Academy Awards Governor's Ball, The Ellen Show (Josh Groban), The Tonight Show and Good Morning America (Kelly Clarkson), JC Penny Jam (CBS), and recent tours to Hong Kong and Calgary with MASS Ensemble.

Anna's production credits include four string quartet tribute albums to Morrissey, Lacuna Coil, Deftones, and Thrice. Her lastest album, "String Music," has brought her attention by International Musician and Teen Strings Magazine.

Anna is endorsed by Pirastro, NS Design, Samson Wireless, and Schertler.

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