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An unusual combination of instruments – flute, saxophone and classical guitar – will be featured at a Warkworth Music concert at Ascension Wine Estate on May 16.
The recently formed Trio Amistad represents three experienced musicians, all currently based in Wellington.
A Trio Sonata by Bach, originally written for organ, has been transcribed for this unusual instrumental combination along with colourful arrangements of familiar works by Debussy, Argentina’s Piazzolla and the flambuoyant De Falla.
The programme also includes a new work by New Zealander John Psathas. This work for solo guitar is entitled Muisca and refers to the Chicha-speaking people of Colombia.
Jane Curry, who will play the work, has performed in Warkworth on several occasions, last appearing here with the NZ Guitar Quartet. She has won numerous international competitions in North America and is currently the head of the guitar programme at the New Zealand School of Music.
Flautist Rebecca Steel has extensive orchestral experience including playing with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra and the Philharmonia in London.
Simon Brew, on saxophone, holds a Masters of Music from the Artez Conservatorium in the Netherlands and has been a contract player for the NZ Symphony Orchestra, as well as overseas orchestras and ensembles. He has toured internationally with Saxcess, Tango Virtuosi and the Four Baritones and has recently been appointed as director of music for the Royal New Zealand.
The concert will start at 4pm. Tickets $30 at the door; students free.
