Hailed for his "refined and attractive" playing by The New York Times, cellist Michael Haas engages audiences in New York City and around the world. As a member of the acclaimed Momenta Quartet he enjoys performing new and adventurous works alongside those of the classical canon. Known for its innovative programming, Momenta has premiered over 150 works and collaborated with over 200 living composers. They have received commission grants from Chamber Music America and the Koussevitzky and Barlow Foundations, and have been featured on numerous albums, including their debut on Albany Records in 2015. Haas also performs regularly with the New Jersey Symphony, IRIS Orchestra, American Symphony, Orchestra of St. Luke's, Princeton Symphony, Argento New Music Project, and Trinity Wall Street's NOVUS NY. Originally from Windsor, CT, he holds degrees from the Curtis Institute of Music and Juilliard School.