"To put it simply, we loved them! They are a charismatic package of energy, personality, and, above all, music, pure music. Audience members raved about them. As I had hoped, they were perfect for the venue. Their program was diverse and interesting, and we were entertained and enriched by their performance of it."
Charles Thompson, President of the Chamber Music Society of Central KY
Charles Thompson, President of the Chamber Music Society of Central KY
"Once again I would like to thank you for the wonderful performance yesterday. The audience (and I) really loved it. Your skill and passion for the music was very evident!"
Steve Rosenberg , Columbus, OH
"I just want to thank you once again for the world class concert you gave in Aarhus last week. It was a truly unusual musical experience and a big inspiration!"
Aarhus CGF, Denmark
“From Norton Concerts and our audience, I wanted to thank you again for your superb performance on our chamber series. The program was well chosen and covered a wide range of compositional styles which complimented each other beautifully.
All of the works were impeccably played, but always with a sense that you both fully understood what the composer was trying to convey with his or her music. From the complex rhythms of David Leisner’s Acrobats and François Borne’s Carmen Fantasia through the changing moods and tango beat of Piazzolla’s Seasons your playing always perfectly captured the mood and meaning of each composition with dramatic intensity.
I think, one of the things that most impressed our audience was the apparent effortless playing that both of you exhibited while performing obviously difficult passages with precise detail, and while always maintaining complete musicality. To say that your performance was impressive would be a complete understatement!
The charming verbal interaction between the two of you while introducing or commenting on works during the program was an added bonus that added immensely to our audience’s understanding and enjoyment of your delightful concert.
I know that we will want to present the Cavatina Duo in the future, and I would recommend you without qualification to any presenter who is looking for an extremely talented and entertaining flute and guitar duo. ”
Nicholas J. Yasillo, Director, Norton Building Concert Series, IL
All of the works were impeccably played, but always with a sense that you both fully understood what the composer was trying to convey with his or her music. From the complex rhythms of David Leisner’s Acrobats and François Borne’s Carmen Fantasia through the changing moods and tango beat of Piazzolla’s Seasons your playing always perfectly captured the mood and meaning of each composition with dramatic intensity.
I think, one of the things that most impressed our audience was the apparent effortless playing that both of you exhibited while performing obviously difficult passages with precise detail, and while always maintaining complete musicality. To say that your performance was impressive would be a complete understatement!
The charming verbal interaction between the two of you while introducing or commenting on works during the program was an added bonus that added immensely to our audience’s understanding and enjoyment of your delightful concert.
I know that we will want to present the Cavatina Duo in the future, and I would recommend you without qualification to any presenter who is looking for an extremely talented and entertaining flute and guitar duo. ”
Nicholas J. Yasillo, Director, Norton Building Concert Series, IL
“The concert was magical. They were very well received and completely appreciated. They played with such precision and passion. And they were superb people to get to know and spend some time with. It was quite a day!”
Karner Tretheway, Tri-Counties (CA) Concert Association
Karner Tretheway, Tri-Counties (CA) Concert Association
“The concert yesterday was wonderful, and very much enjoyed by all…the people who were there clapped vociferously, stood immediately for an ovation after the last piece (not typical), and obviously enjoyed both the music and the duo’s delightful personalities.
As for my opinion: they are first-rate musicians, consummate performers with exquisite musical taste. Eugenia said something to me about them wanting to rise above the usual “flute and guitar background music” in their repertoire, and they have certainly achieved that.
Often in a husband-and-wife duo, there is not a true balance between them as musicians – sometimes one is more competent musically than the other, or one is a more dominant personality than the other. A genuine partnership of equals exists between Eugenia and Denis, which benefits the music they perform, and those of us who get to listen to them.
In addition, we thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Eugenia and Denis – in fact, we feel that we have made two new friends! We hope they will come back someday!”
Diane Mitchell, Hemet (CA) Community Concert Association
As for my opinion: they are first-rate musicians, consummate performers with exquisite musical taste. Eugenia said something to me about them wanting to rise above the usual “flute and guitar background music” in their repertoire, and they have certainly achieved that.
Often in a husband-and-wife duo, there is not a true balance between them as musicians – sometimes one is more competent musically than the other, or one is a more dominant personality than the other. A genuine partnership of equals exists between Eugenia and Denis, which benefits the music they perform, and those of us who get to listen to them.
In addition, we thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Eugenia and Denis – in fact, we feel that we have made two new friends! We hope they will come back someday!”
Diane Mitchell, Hemet (CA) Community Concert Association
“The Cavatina was tops! Their concert was terrific and I loved their repertoire. Equally (if not more even more so), the audience and I fell in love with Denis and Eugenia. Watching them and listening to the occasional banter between them was a great treat and added much to the performance. They played perfectly and stunningly at times and the audience was 100% with them. We would love to have them back. Thanks so much!”
Shelley Ruston, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Santa Barbara, CA
Shelley Ruston, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Santa Barbara, CA
“The Cavatina Duo is a dynamic flute and guitar ensemble whose performance is electrifying and bound to delight all audiences. The technique displayed by these fine
musicians is flawless and their stage presence is incredible. Denis’s performance is heartfelt and draws one into the music to discover depths previously unknown. Eugenia’s soulful and passionate performance literally takes one’s breath away. The rapport between the two is tangible and complementary. I have had the pleasure to invite their performance on two occasions and look forward to another in the not too distant future. ”
Carole Oeschger, Department of Music, Montana State University
musicians is flawless and their stage presence is incredible. Denis’s performance is heartfelt and draws one into the music to discover depths previously unknown. Eugenia’s soulful and passionate performance literally takes one’s breath away. The rapport between the two is tangible and complementary. I have had the pleasure to invite their performance on two occasions and look forward to another in the not too distant future. ”
Carole Oeschger, Department of Music, Montana State University
“Thank you so much for your beautiful performance. It certainly was a delightful evening of music and romance. The Temple was brimming with happy listeners, appreciating all the new and innovative sounds. I certainly enjoyed hearing from all these young composers. I’m sure they were thrilled with your generous and beautiful music-making of their duets. It’s so great that you can foster their music in this way.
Last, but not least, I must tell you again how much I loved your interpretation of Piazzolla’s piece. You made the work come alive…Such passion and beauty of sound! Your sense of ensemble is unmatched! You are one instrument, for sure.
With sincere thanks for everything”
Judith Compton, Artistic Director, Unity Temple Concert Series, Oak Park, IL
Last, but not least, I must tell you again how much I loved your interpretation of Piazzolla’s piece. You made the work come alive…Such passion and beauty of sound! Your sense of ensemble is unmatched! You are one instrument, for sure.
With sincere thanks for everything”
Judith Compton, Artistic Director, Unity Temple Concert Series, Oak Park, IL
“I really enjoyed your concert. I was thrilled by your musicianship, control, tone, technique, repertoire selections etc. Being a clarinetist, I was always told that flute players couldn’t decrescendo down to nothing, like clarinet players…you proved that some can. Brava. Thank you both so much. ”
Dr. Gregory Young, Chair, Department of Music, Montana State University
Dr. Gregory Young, Chair, Department of Music, Montana State University
“Our audiences loved the Cavatina Duo. I especially got lucky and spent more time with them. They are truly virtuosos with their instruments, and off-stage they’re a lot of fun too. They were ideal for our audience base. I stood in the back and watched as our crowd wrapped themselves in the music like a warm blanket. They are perfect. ”
Christy Mendoza, Cultural Arts Director, Clovis Community College. Clovis, NM
Christy Mendoza, Cultural Arts Director, Clovis Community College. Clovis, NM
“Right from the start of the performance I recognized there would be two different aspects of this concert. One, I would like to call ‘mechanical’, the second one, a deeply felt sensitivity for the music. On several occasions I noticed The Cavatina Duo moved in unison including their instruments as if they were just one. The concert was performed with great precision. The Duo’s sensitivity for the music was very visible throughout the performance…One could have dismantled the recital hall without ever disrupting the performers. ”
Leo Oeschger, Bozeman MT
Leo Oeschger, Bozeman MT
“They put their hearts and souls into everything they did for us.
For the concert we had about 340 people in a 420 seat hall. There was a big football game that night (Missouri vs. Oklahoma) which hurt us, otherwise we might have sold out. Lots of people from the Bosnian community, though.
They’re great players…their obvious virtuosity and entertaining dialogue with one another onstage made it work. ”
William Ash, St. Louis Guitar Society
For the concert we had about 340 people in a 420 seat hall. There was a big football game that night (Missouri vs. Oklahoma) which hurt us, otherwise we might have sold out. Lots of people from the Bosnian community, though.
They’re great players…their obvious virtuosity and entertaining dialogue with one another onstage made it work. ”
William Ash, St. Louis Guitar Society
“The Duo was stunning!!!! Absolutely the best! We had terrific publicity for the Duo. Just great coverage!”
Joaquina Johnson, Tri-Counties (CA) Concert Association
Joaquina Johnson, Tri-Counties (CA) Concert Association
“They were great… Humorous, informative and high-quality musicians. ”
Cari Mcmahon, Ross Ragland Theater, Klamath Falls, OR
Cari Mcmahon, Ross Ragland Theater, Klamath Falls, OR