Members of the Niagara Symphony work in chamber ensembles of different sizes and instrumentations, performing a wide variety of repertoire. Let any of these groups add sophistication and elegance to your event. If you would like to consult about larger events requiring a number of ensembles, or variations of these groups, please contact them directly.
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Ensembles in various sizes
Soloists
David Braun, Strolling Violin
Instrumentation: Violin
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David has been a member of the Niagara Symphony Association since 1989 and has also worked for the District School Board of Niagara as a secondary school music educator since 1989. He currently teaches music at Eden High School in St. Catharines.
Contact: David Braun
Phone: 905-892-5869
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Website: www.music4u.ca
Deborah Braun, Harpist
Instrumentation: Harp
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Deborah Braun is currently the principal harpist with the Niagara Symphony. She has performed with the NSA since 1992. Deborah began her studies on the harp with Doris Sharing, former principal harpist with the NSA. Since that time she studied with Suzanne Thomas of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, and Eileen Malone at the Eastman School of Music and with Eileen Pamphilon in Cambridge.
Contact: Deborah Braun
Phone: 905-892-5869
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Duos
Glissandi
Instrumentation: Harp and Violin or Harp and Flute
Repertoire: Bach, Handel and Beethoven to Broadway and familiar Pops Tunes
Glissandi is a Niagara-based duo that has been performing together for over ten years. They are featured regularly in Niagara's finest venues, and are members of the Niagara Symphony. Glissandi has recorded two CDs and each of the members is an established freelance musician of their own.
Contact: Deborah Braun
Phone: 905-892-5869
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Website: www.music4u.ca
Impromp2
Instrumentation: Violin and Violin/Viola/Guitar
Repertoire: light classics and folk music
This ensemble is comprised of two musicians who perform in combinations of violin duet, violin & viola and violin & guitar. They perform light classical and folk music, and are available for many occasions such as weddings, parties and luncheons.
Contact: Terry Ball
Phone: 905-385-2077
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Trios
Arabesque Trio
Instrumentation: 2 Violins & Piano
Repertoire: light classical and celtic
The Arabesque Trio started in 1997 as "Fifty-four Strings" with the two violinists accompanied by harpist Karen Smith. When Karen went on to pursue other artistic endeavors, we welcomed long-time colleague Linda Bruch to the group. The versatility of the keyboard greatly expanded the group's repertoire. Gail brings her experience from Celtic band "Barley Brae". Mary Beth works with various artists.
Contact: Gail Poulsen
Phone: 905-468-0159
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Website: www.arabesquetrio.ca
Glissandi
Instrumentation: Harp and Violin and Flute
Repertoire: Bach, Handel and Beethoven to Broadway and familiar Pops Tunes
When not performing, Glissandi can often be found enjoying the culinary and "vine" delights of the Niagara Peninsula.
Contact: Deborah Braun
Phone: 905-892-5869
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The Rainbow Trio
Instrumentation: Flute, Violin & Cello or 2 Violins & Cello
Repertoire: light classics; Bach to Vivaldi and popular songs; Broadway to Ragtime
Established in 1985, this accomplished trio performs light classics and popluar melodies for weddings, receptions and other special occasions.
Contact: Erika Janzen
Phone: 905-641-1306
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The Tremain Trio
Instrumentation: Atis Bankas-violin, George Cleland-viola, Gordon Cleland-cello
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An excellent string trio with an exciting repertoire of underplayed masterpieces. Featured performers at the Niagara International Chamber Music Festival.
Contact: Gordon Cleland
Phone: 905-934-8148
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The Vintage Jazz Trio
Instrumentation: Piano, Bass, Drums
Repertoire: jazz standards from 1920's to 1960's
The Vintage Jazz Trio features elegant jazz by great composers like Duke Ellington, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Antonio Carlos Jobim, etc. It is the perfect compliment for receptions, dinners and special events.
Contact: Laura Thomas
Phone: 905-988-9594
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Trio Terpsichore
Instrumentation: Violin/cello/keyboard (harpsichord or piano)
Repertoire: baroque to contemporary music, some Chinese and Japanese music
Trio Terpsichore is an ensemble with a wide range of musical repertoire encompassing baroque to comtemporary music including some Chinese and Japanese music. The possibility of using harpsichord or piano gives the ensemble even more variety of tone colours. This ensemble can enhance any event for which music is required.
Contact: Gordon Cleland
Phone: 905-934-8148
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Quartets
Niagara String Quartet
Instrumentation: 2 violins, 1 viola, 1 cello
Repertoire: light classics
This string quartet was established in the early 1980's by members of the Niagara Symphony and has been delighting listeners throughout Southern Ontario and Western New York ever since. It specializes in light classics for special occasions, and is available for weddings, parties, receptions, and other private events. The quartet has appeared in concert with many artists, and has been featured in numerous performances at Brock University.
Contact: Charlene Nagel
Phone: 905-262-6006
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Quattro Music
Instrumentation: (2 violins, 1 viola, 1 cello), expandable to septet
Repertoire: wide range of styles from Baroque to contemporary classics
Quattro has been playing for weddings, art shows, building openings and other corporate events for the past 15 years. Noted for its wide ranging repertoire Quattro, was chosen by Wedding Bells magazine for an interview on the role of music at weddings for the Spring/Summer 2003 issue.
Contact: Bill Chambers
Phone: 905-820-0154
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Website: www.quattromusic.com
Serenata
Instrumentation: 2 violins, 1 viola, 1 cello
Repertoire: Baroque, light classical, popular music
Performing in the Golden Horseshoe for over 25 years, Serenata has been providing beautiful music for many special occasions. For the past 21 years the quartet been featured in the Hamilton Cathedral of Christ the King's Christmas Eve Midnight Mass, broadcast on CHCH. Whether it's special music for a wedding ceremony or relaxing dinner music for a reception, Serenata's classical and popular repertoire add a touch of musical elegance to any occasion.
Contact: Mark Russom
Phone: 905-631-6240
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Website: www.serenata.ca
The Luthien Ensemble
Instrumentation: Xiaoling Li-violin, Anna Hughes-violin, George Cleland-viola, Gordon Cleland-cello
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An exciting string quartet with a wide repertoire from the great masterworks for the string quartet to the Beatles and everything in between. Concerts are presented in a light and entertaining atmosphere.
Contact: Gordon Cleland
Phone: 905-934-8148
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The Vintage Jazz Quartet
Instrumentation: Tenor Sax/Flute, Piano or Guitar, Bass, Drums
Repertoire: jazz standards from 1920's to 1960's
The Vintage Jazz Quartet features elegant jazz by great composers like Duke Ellington, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Antonio Carlos Jobim, etc. It is the perfect compliment for receptions, dinners and special events.
Contact: Laura Thomas
Phone: 905-988-9594
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van Dongen String Quartet
Instrumentation: 2 violins, 1 viola, 1 cello
Repertoire: baroque to contemporary
The van Dongen String Quartet consisting of 2 violins, viola & cello is a unique ensemble with father and three sons. We have played together since 1979 for many weddings and special occasions. Our repertoire ranges from Bach to the Beatles.
Contact: Paul van Dongen
Phone: 905-646-3418
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Website: www.vandongen.ca
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Quintets
Niagara Brass Ensemble
Instrumentation: Brass Quintet (2 trumpets, 1 horn, 1 trombone, 1 tuba)
Repertoire: Baroque to Basie
Since its inception in 1990, the Niagara Brass Ensemble has been dedicated to excellence in brass chamber music performance. The group performs in its own concert series in Toronto, has performed in community concert series, at universities, clinics, churches, museums and art galleries, the Royal Conservatory of Music and done several television broadcasts in the Toronto, Niagara and Hamilton.
Contact: Tim Lockwood or Brent Adams
Phone: 519-433-1913 or 905-354-1829
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Ensembles of various sizes
Niagara Chamber Players
Instrumentation: variable depending on need
Repertoire: light classics
This ensemble varies its membership depending on the number of kinds of musicians required to play. It can be solo, duet, trio, quartet or even larger. This flexibility is a real benefit to help you plan the music you want, within a budget you can afford.
Contact: Xiaoling Li
Phone: 416-273-8825
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Swing Shift
Instrumentation: Sax/Flute, Trombone, Piano, Bass, Drums, possibly guitar & vocal
Repertoire: big band dance and bossa nova to current pop
The Swing Shift plays big band classics by Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey and others. Together since 1983, they authentically capture the sounds of the swing era with a little bossa nova and rock 'n roll as well.
Contact: Laura Thomas
Phone: 905-988-9594
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