The sounds of trio Ensemble Electra will fill the Chamber Hall on Saturday, January 20th, in the third presentation of the J’s Firefly Concert Series. The musicians are Vicki Boeckman, recorder; Tekla Cunningham, violin; and Jillon Stoppels Dupree, harpsichord. The Seattle-based trio performs with energy and passion the rich, varied repertoire for recorder, violin, and harpsichord, specializing in music of the 17th and 18th centuries. The trio draws on its many years of solo and ensemble experience, as well as highly-acclaimed individual reputations, to create innovative and dynamic performances. The ensemble’s unique programming often combines musical genres from seemingly disparate styles, woven together with intelligence and historic sensitivity. Ensemble Electra’s spontaneous, charismatic energy makes for playful and engaging concerts which appeal to audiences of all ages. Recent performances have received rave reviews in Seattle and throughout the Pacific Northwest. Their performances have been described as “brilliant and engaging,” “exuberant with an authoritative flair,” and “fostering a personal approach to the listener.”
