 NZTrio (New Zealand) Innovative repertoire, dynamic interpretations of both traditional and contemporary classical music, and sheer musical chops set this threesome apart. Violinist Justine Cormack, cellist Ashley Brown and pianist Sarah Watkins first joined forces in 2002 and were Ensemble in Residence at The University of Auckland from 2004-2009. During this time they have continued to impress music lovers throughout New Zealand, Brazil, the US and UK, China, Korea and Indonesia. The Trio actively commissions works by leading New Zealand composers, and collaborates with musicians of diverse musical styles. NZTrio’s first CD Spark (which showcased a broad range of contemporary New Zealand trio pieces) was a finalist for Best Classical Album at the NZ Music Awards in 2006; their 2008 Pacific Rim-focused release Bright Tide Moving Between was a finalist in 2008. Recent highlights include appearances at the 2008 Beijing Modern Music Festival, 2009 Shanghai Spring Festival and performing Gareth Farr's Triple concerto with the Vector Wellington Orchestra. For WOMAD New Zealand 2010, the trio will be collaborating on a special project with Lepisto and Lehti. Website: http://www.nztrio.com/ |
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