Virinca Trio
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The Virinca Trio, based in South Dakota, is a distinguished ensemble dedicated to commissioning and performing works by American composers. Their repertoire not only includes traditional pieces for soprano, clarinet, and piano but also emphasizes rare and underrepresented compositions. The trio's mission is to champion underserved communities making the repertoire accessible to both students and professionals.
In recent years, the Virinca Trio has commissioned songs from four esteemed composers, showcasing their commitment to expanding the musical landscape. Their exceptional contributions have garnered international and national acclaim, with notable presentations and performances at prestigious conferences. Among their celebrated premieres are Jocelyn Hagen's Inside My Ribcage (2022), Jonathan Bailey Holland's Poppies in the Graveyard (2021), and Richard Pearson Thomas's Life on the Edge (2019), all debuted at the International Clarinet Association’s ClarinetFest. Additionally, the trio has presented their commissioned works at the 2022 National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) national conference.
The Virinca Trio features the talents of soprano Dr. Darci Bultema, clarinetist Dr. Audrey Miller, and pianist Dr. Philip Everingham. Drs. Bultema and Miller are esteemed members of the music faculty at Northern State University in Aberdeen, SD, while Dr. Everingham serves as the Director of Music at First Presbyterian Church in Granville, Ohio. Their collective expertise and dedication to their craft have solidified the Virinca Trio's reputation as a leading force in contemporary American music.
Darci Bultema - Soprano
Audrey Miller - Clarinet
Philip Everingham - Piano
with Richard Pearson Thomas - Piano