Guest Artists: Sharanjeet Singh Mand, sitar & Natalie Twigg, oboe.

Trio Improviso is a purely improvisational performance group; each piece a freeform creation--a dance and interplay of musical intuition and deep conversation. Their soundscapes are rich, complex, and multi-dimensional, exploring tone color, texture, and rhythmic intrigue, with elements classical music, jazz, flamenco, Middle Eastern and even Hindustani classical idioms entering the mix. Based on Whidbey Island, their music also reflects the elemental expressions of water, light, wind, the forests and mountains that surround. Their music is expansive, breathing with the cosmos and yet rooted in Earthly delight. The trio recently released their first album, ETHERIUM, streaming on most platforms.

Special Guests:

Sharanjeet Singh Mand – Sitar & Surbahar Virtuoso

Sharanjeet Singh Mand

An internationally acclaimed Indian classical musician, composer, and educator, Sharanjeet Singh Mand is a distinguished representative of the Imdad Khani gharana. Recognized by CBC as one of its 30 Under 30 Hottest Classical Musicians in 2019, he was the first non-Western classical musician to receive this honor. A recipient of India’s National Gold Medal for Sitar, Sharanjeet has captivated audiences across the globe with performances blending technical brilliance and soulful expression. He is also the founder of Gurukul Canada, dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich heritage of Indian classical music.

Natalie Twigg - oboe, piano

Natalie Twigg, oboe, piano

Natalie is an audio-visual artist known for her evocative performances that blend classical music with visual storytelling.

With a background in both piano and oboe, Natalie brings a unique depth to her performances, captivating audiences with her mellifluous oboe improvisations and poignant piano pieces. Her work often explores themes of identity, memory, and the human experience, creating a sanctuary of sound that invites listeners into a deeply personal journey.

Trio Improviso

Trio Improviso

Trio Improviso is the collaboration of Andre Feriente, guitar; Linda Vogt, violin; and Sheila Weidendorf, piano. Feriante is a Segovia-trained multi-instrumentalist who has performed in the Pacific Northwest and beyond for years, both as a soloist and with his Troupe de Ville and the Bohemian Entourage, in addition to Trio Improviso. He is known for his String Stories multi-instrument presentations. Linda Vogt is a versatile violinist, actively performing with multiple ensembles including the Auburn Symphony, Seattle Chamber Orchestra, North Corner Chamber Orchestra and both Trio Improviso and the classical Trio RASA. Sheila Weidendorf is the pianist for Trio Improviso and Trio RASA as well as CelloPiano—an original music collaboration with Gideon Freudmann. Besides a wide array of other chamber music collaborations she regularly provides theater musical direction.

Links:

YouTube ETHERIUM album: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCENZKoKqn22QiUMM0XZhbNQ

Trio Improviso's “personal” Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrioImproviso

Sharanjeet S. Mand, Sitar Virtuoso : https://sharanjeetmand.com/

Natalie Twigg, oboe, piano: https://natalietwigg.com/

Portals of Grace: Trio Improviso in Concert

First Friday Concerts at St Hilda St Patrick Episcopal