Ensemble
| Worldwide Representation
"The most vibrant music so often takes place at the point where cultures meet, eras overlap, sensibilities intersect, and traditions fork. That in-between space is also the habitat of the aptly named Junction Trio, three stupendous musicians who glory in artistic instability, the sense that styles are not pure or settled practices and never were."
— New York Magazine
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“Watching the trio perform, one really couldn’t tell who was happier to be there — the rapt audience or the musicians, who threw themselves into repertoire they clearly love... These three are onto something special.”
— Boston Globe
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"I don’t expect to hear anything more exciting this summer than the [Junction] Trio’s astounding interpretation, especially the second movement which left me giggling with joy. The third movement sounded simply glorious—so evocative that it seemed these players had the power to change the weather; suddenly the sun started peeking through after a long spell of rain. There is nothing like hearing — and seeing — electrifying performers work their magic live. This top-notch trio stands at the top of its game. They made this treacherously difficult music sound entirely natural and fun, while still inspiring awe."
— Boston Musical Intelligencer
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"Bracing technique and jaw-dropping precision... A sense of unity, especially in dynamics and rhythmic thrust, made the Ravel Trio come together impressively."
— Aspen Times
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"This young, superstar trio is capable of being as cool as it is fiery, and the performers’ strengths bring out the best in each other."
— Arts Fuse
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"The ensemble performed with a manic drive, sailing through the note-spattered pages and rhythmic complexities with apparent ease."
— Bachtrack
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"So yes, I think Junction Trio offered the coolest show in town — one that highlighted their virtuosity as individual players and as a unit. The musicians’ extraordinary command of their instruments is undeniable — it is breathtaking to behold."
— Arts Fuse
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"In a program of composer John Zorn’s music, including two world premieres, the Junction Trio masterfully handled these frenetic, dense, and evocative works, barely breaking a sweat... The trio’s delightful realization of Zorn’s expansive catalogue of compositional references—daring stylistic leaps, and strong sense of structure―evoked every drop of expressive potential and dramatic intensity from these virtuosic works. Zorn could not have asked for a more perfect collaborative partner."
— Boston Musical Intelligencer
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“They are new, they are exciting when they play together, and they are going places.”
— Lincoln Journal Star
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