LOTUS Quartet is an award-winning saxophone quartet from Arizona State University, comprised of GianCarlo Lay, Johnathan Lee, Keegan Ewan, and Jerick Meagher. Formed in 2022, they are active in the Phoenix area, giving various community performances year round. Also an active participant in the competition circuit, LOTUS was recently named Gold Medalist in the senior winds division of the Fischoff Chamber Music Competition. Other achievements include 1st Prize of the MTNA National Chamber Music Winds Competition and 2nd Prize of the Coltman Chamber Music Competition. LOTUS regularly performs a wide variety of musical genres including classical, jazz, and pop, and strives to connect with audiences in unique ways by incorporating elements of movement and visuals during their performances.
Embark on a musical journey with Lotus Quartet, an extraordinary saxophone ensemble composed of four elite students from Arizona State University. Infusing passion and innovation into every note, Lotus Quartet captivates audiences with a harmonious blend of classical elegance, contemporary flair, and the dynamic energy that defines their unique sound.
The concerts are generously sponsored by the Paul M. Angell Family Foundation, the National Endowment for the Arts, the Illinois Arts Council and by individual donors.