Trio Dinicu - Luanne Homzy, Violin

Resident in Los Angeles and hailed as "dazzling" by the San Francisco Chronicle, Trio Dinicu combines the forces of three world class musicians - a lightning-fast violinist with touching expressivity, and a virtuoso guitarist and bassist with gypsy authenticity.

Trio Dinicu bridges the gaps of classical, jazz and folklore, expanding these genres as never before. Highly regarded for their unique creativity, Trio Dinicu blends the depth of classical training with the spontaneity of jazz and the excitement of the European folk tradition. They have performed for enthusiastic audiences across the United States and Canada and featured on many radio broadcasts. 

The Trio is named after the Romanian virtuoso violinist and composer Grigoras Dinicu, who influenced the one and only Jascha Heifetz and who was admired by Stephane Grappelli, the world's most famous jazz violinist.

Their repertoire consists of traditional pieces - folk, gypsy, classical or jazz - that the Trio reinvents in its own language, leaving the listener in awe and always wanting more. Each member brings their individual personality to the ensemble, conversing in an inventive and improvisatory language. Their sound honours a select circle of musicians from the Parisian-Russian cabarets and clubs of the 1950's to the late 90's. This is where Romanian violinists, Russian balalaika players, jazz Manouche guitarists, French musette players and singers from all over would mingle and create new styles of music. There is also strong influence of the late jazz Manouche guitarist Django Reinhardt in the Trio's voice.

"The big breakout act at DjangoFest, both in Mill Valley and Whidbey Island, over the last couple seasons is, Trio Dinicu. They have quickly become one of our most requested, which is no wonder, the audience reaction is nothing short of ecstatic. If you like incredible musicianship, along with a winning presence and ultra professional attitude, then look no further than Trio Dinicu." — Nicholas Lehr - DjangoFest Director, DjangoFest.com

“What a joy it was to host a show with Trio Dinicu. Our staff and patrons were thrilled with their musical presentation. The extraordinary skills of this unique group is exactly what makes live music such a worthwhile experience! We sincerely look forward to a return trip” — Tim Johnson, Lord Of The Strings Concerts

"...a steam locomotive of an astounding blend of jazz and classical music performed with the virtuosity of masters."— Christopher Donison, Director, Music By The Sea At Bamfield, B.C.

This concert is produced with the co-operation of the Nanaimo Conservatory of Music

Tickets: $30 • Students $20 

 

Tickets available at:

Facinating Rhythm - 51 Commercial St, Nanaimo (250) 716-9997

The Port Theatre - 125 ST FRONT, Nanaimo (250) 754-8550 - also available on-line