In October 2006, the Mavron String Quartet was delighted to receive an MBF Award for Ensembles. The award will be used to further the development of the calibre of the Mavron Quartet as a chamber group. It will allow the quartet to attend master classes and international chamber music courses, aiding their quest for excellence. While the financial aid is most appreciated, it is also the recognition and belief that the Mavron Quartet are a worthy ensemble for this award which has heightened the quartet’s desire to succeed as a professional ensemble.

About the Musicians Benevolent Fund

The Musicians Benevolent Fund is the music business’s own charity - the largest of its kind in the UK. The MBF plays a significant role in education, fulfilling its remit to encourage the next generation of young musicians. MBF Awards for Ensembles are made to outstanding emerging ensembles who are generating a significant impact within their chosen field of music and have a genuine commitment to creating a name as a professional ensemble.

For further information about the MBF please visit

www.mbf.org.uk

Junior Fellowship Award

September 2004 was an exciting time for the Mavron String Quartet as they were awarded Junior Fellowship status at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama.

The support of the RWCMD enabled the quartet to work intensively in a fantastically focused environment. This unique opportunity enabled the four members to develop as an ensemble and focus on establishing the quartet professionally.

Asked on numerous occasions to represent college in various settings, the Junior Fellowship gave the Mavron Quartet a platform to start from. Chrissie, Katy, Rebekah and Sarah are grateful for this and are now enjoying a vibrant work schedule.