Mixed Chamber Trios
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About Mixed Chamber Trios
Join us for an inspiring weekend of chamber music making in trios of flute, cello and piano. Discover the beauty and richness of this repertoire and develop your ensemble playing with coaching from cellist Julian Metzger, flautist Lisa Nelsen and pianist Michelle Santiago.
What is the course about?
Discover the countless sonic possibilities of music for flute, cello and piano in this inspiring weekend course, where you’ll get to meet, play and perform with like-minded musicians in a range of duos and trios.
Immerse yourself in the beauty and richness of this repertoire as we journey through musical periods and styles; from CPE Bach’s glittering Hamburg Sonata and the brooding depth of Felix Mendelssohn’s Trio in D minor, to the soothing melodies of contemporary composer Jennifer Higdon’s Lullaby.
Develop both your individual technique and ensemble playing in a friendly and intimate setting, with coaching on hand from professional players; cellist Julian Metzger, flautist Lisa Nelsen and pianist Michelle Santiago.
What will you learn?
By the end of the course you will:
Have played in a range of duos and trios, exploring a beautiful selection of music for flute, cello and piano.
Develop your playing and performance technique, both individually and in ensemble, with tailored advice from our tutors.
Feel more confident in your performance skills and share your work with the group.
Meet like-minded musicians and potential collaborators.
Discover the richness and variety of this repertoire and leave feeling musically inspired.
How will the course be taught?
The course includes group workshops, tailored coaching in both duos and trios, as well as masterclasses for each instrument to help you develop your technique. You’ll discover and play through a range of beautiful repertoire, and have plenty of opportunities to perform in relaxed sharing sessions, to help improve your performance and presentation skills.
Who is the course for?
For confident players of the flute, cello and piano - we will group you into trios at the beginning of the course. If you’d like to come as an existing group, please let us know when you apply.
Will music be provided and do you need to prepare or bring anything?
We’ll share a full list of works with you in advance of the course - please prepare your parts beforehand so we can make the most of our coaching sessions together. You’ll need to bring copies of your music along with you. The IMSLP has a large library of music available, or you may be able to use our Benslow Music Library.
Course Tutors
Julian Metzger
Find out moreGerman-born cellist Julian Metzger has been a force of musical energy since he first wrapped his hands around a cello at the age of four. Raised in a…
Lisa Nelsen
Find out moreLisa Nelsen is internationally recognised for her versatility as a flute soloist, chamber and orchestral musician, educator and mentor in performance…
Michelle Santiago
Find out moreCanadian pianist Michelle Marie Santiago enjoys a varied career as a chamber musician, accompanist, opera repetiteur, vocal coach and piano teacher.…
