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Intent on bringing quality chamber music to the Simcoe region and beyond, the Amity Trio is known for its sure ensemble playing and warm, open interpretations. The trio’s members are Michael Adamson (violin), Alyssa Wright (cello) and Sandra Ruttan* (piano). Each of these musicians is an accomplished instrumentalist and sought-after soloist in their own right, but their chemistry within the Trio, and affinity for the music created, generate performances of delightful musicality, passion and grace.
From the early classical works of Haydn and Mozart through such romantic and 20th Century composers as Schubert and Dvorák to contemporary works by Arensky and Piazzolla, the Amity Trio selects some of the favourite music written for the piano trio, and enjoys seeking out some of the lesser-known gems. Whether having fun with a salon piece or tackling the angst of Shostakovich, the Trio’s performances are always in service of the music.
Since its inception in 2001, the Amity Trio has concertized extensively throughout the Simcoe region and Greater Toronto Area, including performances in Toronto, Richmond Hill, Newmarket, Barrie, Orillia and Midland. Recent highlights include performances at the Colours of Music festival, the New Tecumseth Festival, Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber Music Society, St. Luke's Gift of Music concert series, repeat performances for Musical Moment Concerts and Midday Music with Shigeru, and their new configuration’s debut at the Gibson Centre for the Arts.
* Please note that guest pianist Olga Lishansky will be joining Michael Adamson and Alyssa Wright for the Amity Trio's remaining concerts of 2010.