Contrast Duo (Piano and Violin)

The Contrast Duo is a new piano and violin ensemble that presents a broad and diverse range of repertoire that mixes performance art with the traditional. Yasa and Darren have performed internationally and have been the most sought-after ensemble in championing the duo literature. Their most recent accomplishments include 1st prizes at John Oliveira Inaugural String Competition and the Lyric Chamber Music Competition; prizes from Arriaga, Coleman, and Fischoff Competitions; finalist at the Carnegie Hall Fellowship; and residencies from Carey Institute, Lynn University, and High Peak Music Festival.

Violin: Yasa Poletaeva

Piano: Darren Matias