The Meliora Collective - programme
Sunday 3rd April 2022 7:30pm
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Meliora Collective is a freshly
established flexible ensemble, comprising of an array of
dynamic, creative and spirited young artists. They are in
the unique position of performing as a dectet, formed of
five wind players alongside five string players, whilst also
presenting concerts with more intimate chamber groupings.
Born out of a love of chamber music,
Meliora Collective strives to celebrate the shared joy of
music making, both with audiences and amongst themselves.
Founding members, Meera and Steph dreamt up this ensemble in
the midst of the pandemic, following many years of
friendship and a long-held desire to launch a flexi ensemble
of this nature. The versatility afforded by this set-up
allows for intriguing programming, spanning a range of
styles and incorporating concert favourites alongside less
familiar but equally enchanting repertoire. Meliora
Collective enjoys presenting highly inventive arrangements,
ranging from Piazzolla to Dvorak. This year, they received
an award from the Oleg Prokofiev Trust.
As recent graduates of conservatoires
including the Royal Academy of Music, Guildhall School of
Music and Drama and the Royal Northern College of Music,
each of the musicians brings a strong musical identity to
the ensemble. The ethos of shared responsibility and
collaborative music making is integral to the ensemble and
this paves the way for a bright future.
Emily Earl – violin
Ruth Heney – violin
Rebecca Stubbs – viola
Julia Sompolińska – cello
Cara Houghton – flute
Richard Allen - harp
Steph Yim - clarinet
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