The Quails

The group offers different styles and ensembles to help best suit any event. We continuously perform classical pieces, popular song renditions, and folk songs. Whether you want classy background music for a cocktail party, are looking to wow guests with live music, dance to Irish jigs, or want the perfect song for your wedding day, we are sure to provide a fun and high-quality experience!

Our main music group is our cello-percussion duo, but we can also offer solo cello, cello-flute duo, folk trio, string quartet, and even jazz combo.

Emma's Bio
Originally from Mexico, Emma began her musical studies at the age of nine. She has participated in multiple competitive international music festivals including the Mexican Youth Orchestra in Mexico City and the Classical Music Institute in Santa Fe. Emma was selected to participate in the NMSU string quartet as a guest for the Las Cruces-Nienburg Sister Cities Anniversary in Nienburg, Germany in 2023. Emma was also the winner of the 2023 Presser Scholar Music Competition and graduated with High Honors with a Bachelor's of Music Performance from NMSU.
A versatile performer, Emma has played in a variety of ensembles including countless orchestras, chamber ensembles, pop and rock groups, percussion ensemble, and performance art. She is a member of the Las Cruces Symphony orchestra and a guest in other professional classical ensembles of the region. Emma is also an avid folk cello player, performing in several folk and popular music groups in the region, most notably with The Quails.

With the many sizes of ensembles offered, we can accommodate any space. Technical requirements may vary depending on the ensemble. Our main ensemble (cello-percussion duo) only requires a small space to set-up and perform and an area to store instrument cases.