Performing
Learn about Sarah’s revolutionary performance projects.
Hailed as “Bold … edgy … totally engaging!”, violinist Sarah Whitney will redefine the musical limits of the violin in her solo show, Violin for One. By using a loop pedal and electronics, Sarah pushes the boundaries of the violin to create full soundscapes that sound like a full band and even an orchestra. Sarah’s shows are designed to surprise and delight audiences by presenting reimagined classical gems of the past such as Bach & Mozart, captivating tangos from Argentina and standards you'll be singing along to!
Beyond the Notes, a concept Sarah brought to life 9 years ago, is a unique and interactive concert experience that changes the perceptions of traditional classical concerts and deepens the connection between the audience and performer. The series is rooted in the Boston-area but has expanded in recent years to present performances throughout North America. In addition to presenting some of today’s most sought-after musicians, Beyond the Notes invites audience members to participate in the concert by submitting written questions. Questions are selected randomly and answered live on stage by the performers throughout the concert.
Ensemble Projects:
SEEING DOUBLE is a unique concert of all duo violin music, proving that the music of two violins can be much more than the sum of their parts! The audience will be taken on a journey from Baroque to Jazz, with compositions by Telemann, Mozart, Halvorsen, Bartok, Prokofiev, Martinu, Rosza, Sarasate, and O'Connor, just to name a few!
Longtime best friends, Sarah Whitney and Julia Salerno began performing duo violin concerts while studying together at the University of Michigan. Though currently residing on opposite coasts, Julia as violin/viola professor at Eastern Washington University and Sarah as Director of Beyond the Notes in the Boston area, the concerts have continued over the past decade. This extraordinary opportunity to hear these friends in concert is not to be missed.
Trifecta is a powerful and dynamic new string trio, presenting concerts designed to surprise, delight and stimulate their audiences. Made up of three of New York City's most accomplished and versatile chamber musicians, Trifecta has performed across the US, working with organizations such as the ChatterABQ series in New Mexico, GatherNYC and Kyo-Shin An Arts in NYC and the IRIS Orchestra in Tennessee.
Photo Credits: Alex Fedorov, Jaka Vinsek, & Hojoon Kim