Meet the Haven String Quartet.

The Haven String Quartet embodies a different way to be a professional string quartet – one that is grounded in the Music Haven community.

The Haven String Quartet (HSQ) members divide their time between the rigorous performance calendar of the string quartet and the demands of a full teaching schedule.

In the mornings, they rehearse as a quartet. In the afternoons, each of the quartet members teaches a studio of 15-20 Music Haven students, including one-on-one lessons, weekly studio classes, coaching student ensembles, and mentoring the young musicians in their studios. With an average tenure of nearly 10 years at Music Haven, each member of the quartet builds close relationships with students and their families over many years.

The Members

  • Philip Boulanger, cello, received his Bachelor’s of Music from Boston University, and an Artist Certificate from the Krakow Academy of Music in Poland. He received his Master’s in Performance and Pedagogy from Northwestern University, during which time he was also Assistant Principal Cellist of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago. Prior to joining Music Haven in 2013, Philip served as a Teaching Artist for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and worked with Yo-Yo Ma on the Symphony’s Citizen Musician Initiative.

  • Dr. Patrick Doane, violin, is a distinguished violinist known for his exceptional skill and versatility. Holding a Doctorate from the CUNY Graduate Center and Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees from the Juilliard School, Doane’s extensive career encompasses a diverse repertoire, ranging from classical masterpieces to contemporary works. His performances with orchestras and chamber ensembles worldwide highlight his technical skill and emotional depth. 

    A dedicated advocate for contemporary music, Dr. Doane delights in collaborating with composers and creating new compositions. He has been at Music Haven since 2018.

  • Yaira Matyakubova, violin, has performed in Carnegie Hall with the Silk Road Project in collaboration with Yo-Yo Ma, and is member of the Knight’s Orchestra based in Brooklyn. She received her Bachelor’s degree from The Harid Conservatory and her Master’s degree from Rice University. Yaira further pursued her musical studies at Yale University from 2003-2005. She has been with Music Haven since 2009.

  • Linda Numagami, viola, received her Bachelor’s of Music from the New England Conservatory and Master’s of Music from the Juilliard School with Roger Tapping. She also received a postgraduate diploma at the San Francisco Conservatory with Jonathan Vinocour. She has worked as Acting Associate Principal Viola of the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, Guest Associate Principal Viola of the Colorado Music Festival, and Acting Section Violist of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. She has been with Music Haven since 2024.

  • “Few classical ensembles are more attuned to the specific environment and the circumstances of each concert. Few are more accessible, or more responsive to the needs of the communities they serve.” - The Daily Nutmeg

Come see us play!

Check out the “Events” page to view dates & times for all of this year’s concerts and performances! The HSQ’s annual Chamber Series supports our free after-school and community concert programming.

Seating is limited, and all tickets are “pay what you can” — reserve your tickets now by clicking the button below!

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