Orpheus Institute welcomes five new chamber music ensembles

As in previous years, auditions took place in the autumn, and the selected ensembles begin their sessions this January. Read more about the five ensembles below.

Luscofusco Quartet

Meet João Pedro Ferreira de Sá, Cristina Torres Martínez, Ignacio Álvarez Lamolda and Jorge Orosa López of the Luscofusco Quartet. Their name, evoking the transition from light to shadow, reflects their pursuit of expressive contrast and emotional depth. The ensemble distinguishes itself through its strong listening culture and focused rehearsal dynamic. Under the artistic guidance of Pieter Jansen and Guy Danel, they are ready to further refine their artistic profile within the course.

Interested in hearing them live? Next concerts:

• 8 February at Bartók Festival: Marathon, Bozar, Brussels.
• 5 May at Maritime Classique, Brussels.

Tanma Trio

The Tanma Trio, a clarinet trio formed at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels, has been performing together since 2023 and now prepares to transition to the professional sphere. Throughout the Advanced Chamber Music Course, they will delve into lesser-performed gems while refining their main repertoire.

In concert, audiences can expect a uniquely international ensemble: a Slovenian clarinettist, a Greek cellist and an Estonian pianist. Their diverse cultural backgrounds enrich their musical identity and artistic approach.

Duo Éclat

Duo Éclat, formed by flautist Nina Sivošová and pianist Lydia Michel, is dedicated to exploring the full expressive range of the flute-piano repertoire. Their artistic vision highlights the versatility of the duo formation, moving between impressionistic delicacy, lyrical intimacy, rhythmic vitality and contemporary energy.

Their repertoire spans Debussy and Ravel, the folk-infused lyricism of Amirov and Iturralde, and even Andy Scott’s jazz-tinged Sonata for Flute and Piano. By juxtaposing such contrasting and yet interconnected works, they reveal the breadth of sonic possibilities inherent in this instrumental combination.

Eager to hear them play? Welcome on February 7th at 18:00 at Art Salon BRIMA, Brussels.

Canens Quartet

“What can you tell with sound — and how do you tell it?” These guiding questions lie at the heart of the Canens Quartet’s artistic exploration. Focused on musical line, balance, harmonic tension and phrasing, the ensemble joins the Advanced Chamber Music Course eager to deepen their insight and gain meaningful performance experience.

Formed by Kasper Delrue, David Blanco de Paz, Lotte De Munck and Ceres Lauwers, this young quartet is motivated by exchange, experimentation and artistic growth.

Do you want to hear them play? Welcome February 8, at Bartok Festival, Bozar, Brussels.

Duo Chromatiek

Duo Chromatiek brings together clarinettist Andrea Onnis and pianist Parisa Golshan, both based in Leuven. Their ensemble grew from a strong musical connection formed during their studies at LUCA School of Arts, evolving quickly into a committed artistic partnership.

Their name refers to the rich spectrum of colours that music can evoke.of colors and sounds that music can create and share with its audience. The idea was born as the duo explored expressive works by composers such as Debussy, Gaubert, Poulenc, and Boulanger.

Eager to hear them play?

• Leuven 7 June Hollands College: Pulcheria Concert
• Ghent 25 June Orpheus Instituut’s concert hall.

These five young chamber music ensembles will follow the programme over one or two years, depending on their schedules and artistic intentions. They will benefit from the varied perspectives of experienced mentors and the institute's commitment to artistic refinement, professional development and deeper insight into Belgian concert practices and audience expectations.

May this journey broaden their musical horizons and strengthen their future collaborations.