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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 Olga Lishansky (piano). Each 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 Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber Music Society, the New Tecumseth Festival, St. Luke’s Gift of Music concert series, plus repeat performances for Musical Moment Concerts, Midday Music with Shigeru and the Gibson Centre for the Arts.
Last season, the Trio introduced its new configuration at Stouffville’s Lebovic Centre for the Arts, followed by a return to Midday Music with Shigeru. This season includes a return to the Creemore Gift of Music series, and other concerts throughout Simcoe and neighbouring regions.
The Trio recently recorded the music of Haydn, Schubert, Schumann and Piazzolla, and will be releasing this CD in the coming months.