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The Smith Quartet, a British string quartet founded in 1988, specializes in contemporary classical music. The group premiered over 100 works by composers such as Kevin Volans and Graham Fitkin. Their debut album, Philip Glass: Complete String Quartets, was released on March 3, 2008. The Smith Quartet has collaborated with various artists across genres, including jazz composer Django Bates and Britpop band Pulp. They have also performed in notable productions such as the film Holocaust. The quartet frequently incorporates amplification and live electronics into their performances to expand their repertoire and venues.