The Newland String Quartet is named after Hull's famous Newland Avenue where the group established. The group comprises Lucy Brewster and Laura Whitworth on violin, Peter Brewster on viola, and Matthew Moore on cello. We work extensively as freelance musicians across the country both chamber and orchestral, in addition to working as peripatetic, private and classroom teachers. We have involvement in various orchestras, operatic societies and choirs in Hull and East Riding,  including: Hessle Sinfonia, Hull Bach Choir, Hull Philharmonic Orchestra, Hull University Orchestra, Invitatione and have been involved in music projects for the Hull City of Culture 2017.