Who is the Halo Ensemble?
We are a collection of musicians from around the world, united in the belief that music is a gift, language, and a powerful tool for communication. Our aim as artists is to share this gift and convey value and meaning through each performance.
What is the significance of the name Halo?
A halo is a natural phenomenon, a band of colored light emanating from the sun as the refraction of light through ice crystals. As an ensemble we endeavor to reflect the abundance of life through performing art. We invite you to experience this with us and hope your life is enriched through our performances.
What genre of music does Halo perform?
The artists of Halo collaborate to perform classical music in a number of different formats. Sometimes the whole ensemble comes together to form a chamber orchestra, other times the artists form smaller groups and perform chamber music. In addition to actively commissioning new works of music, the ensemble seeks to incorporate elements across genres of art. It is common for a Halo concert to feature improvisation, or even artists from disciplines other than music. One upcoming project features a collaboration with a photographer, while another brings dance into dialogue with music.
What should I expect at a concert of the Halo Ensemble?
Expect to be surprised! While we are rooted in the classical tradition, we are passionate about crossing musical and artistic boundaries and bringing different traditions into dialogue with each other. It's our belief that this artistic conversation speaks to our fractured global world in an essential and holistic way.
What else happens at a Halo concert?
Another thing you should expect at a Halo concert is to engage with the performers. While we're performing we want you to be free to listen to the music, and free to daydream. We hope that our creativity is a conduit for your own! If you want to draw or write, by all means do it; if you would rather be standing or moving than be seated, please don't feel restrained to your seat. Of course, we also ask that out of respect for your fellow concert-goers, you express yourself in a non-disruptive manner.
After the concert, we hope that you'll take time to say hello. We are always available after our performances, and would love to take time to get to know you. We especially enjoy hearing about your experience and thoughts during the concert. We think that music-making is meant to be done in community, for the enrichment of audience and musicians alike.
We hope to see you soon!
The Halo Ensemble