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Elspeth Hanson
Career
Active 2008 – present
Biography
About Elspeth Hanson
Elspeth Hanson is the violist of Bond, the all-female string quartet that blends classical music with contemporary beats. She joined the group in 2008, replacing original member Haylie Ecker. That same year, she performed at the 2008 Summer Olympics Closing Ceremony alongside Jimmy Page, Leona Lewis, and David Beckham during the London 2012 handover, and also played at the Paralympics Closing Ceremony. In 2009, Peugeot commissioned Bond to record Vivaldi's "Four Seasons" for a 308CC advertisement, marking some of Hanson's earliest appearances with the quartet. Born on 12 May 1986 in London, she is British and has been active in music since 2008. She plays the viola and has a slim build, with brown hair and brown eyes.
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Frequently asked
When did Elspeth Hanson join Bond?
She joined in 2008, replacing original member Haylie Ecker.
What was notable about her 2008 performances?
She performed at the 2008 Summer Olympics Closing Ceremony with Jimmy Page, Leona Lewis, and David Beckham, and also played at the Paralympics Closing Ceremony.
What was the Peugeot commission?
In 2009, Peugeot commissioned Bond to record Vivaldi's "Four Seasons" for a 308CC advertisement, which were among her first appearances with the quartet.
Did you know
- She replaced Haylie Ecker as Bond's violist in 2008.
- She performed at the 2008 Summer Olympics Closing Ceremony during the London 2012 handover.
- Her first performances with Bond included a 2009 Peugeot 308CC advertisement featuring Vivaldi's "Four Seasons".
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