quartet
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //kwɔɹˈtɛt// UK //kwɔːtˈɛt// quar·tet
n. a group of four people who play music or sing together. It can also mean a piece of music written for four performers.
n. a musical ensemble consisting of four instruments or voices; also refers to a composition written for such a group.
The string quartet played beautifully at the wedding.
The jazz quartet consists of a pianist, a bassist, a drummer, and a saxophonist.
The composer's final string quartet is celebrated for its intricate counterpoint and emotional depth, requiring four highly skilled musicians to navigate its technical demands.