"Extraordinary. A magical atmosphere from the first note!"
Animo is a Contemporary Classical flute and piano duo that perform soulful timeless music
Animo = spirit, mind, emotion, intent, feelings
Sarah and Yanna launched Animo in Gloucester Blackfriars in October 2019. Since October 2019, we have created the most ambitious five-year 'new music project' commissioning composers worldwide to write music specifically for us.
Animo are all about performing soulful music with a myriad influences which means that since June 2020 Animo is officially 'Declassified'. Our performance style is inclusive, open, fun and laid back. We thrive in creating a connection with our audiences.
During the pandemic, Animo went to work, started new projects, performed a weekly 'Tuesday live at 12:45' live-stream from our home studio, recorded our 2nd album 'ANIMO two' from which the first releases are due in June 2021, opened our online merch shop at Bandcamp, recorded our new music video and short film at St George's Bristol, and we are now in the final stages of our composition commissions.
Our first live performance on July 15th became a livestream due to Covid restrictions and it was the restart of our post-lockdown calendar.
We are proud to have been chosen for a residency and to take part in the Festival of New at Snape Maltings in September 2021. This is the beginning of a new collaboration with Supriya Nagarajan.
ANIMO are part of KORES Trio and FOUR all of which have the same ethos and ideals: of playing and listening to music without barriers or labels.
ANIMO can tailor music to suit all audiences and ages. For samples of programmes and our repertoire, please have a look at the Performance webpage.
We would be delighted to offer one of our exciting programmes for your venue or special event. To get in touch click on the buttons below. Looking forward to hearing from you!
""A mesmerising and fabulous evening." "A memorable evening" "Thank you so much for inviting us to such an amazing evening!!" "Everything was perfect. You are both fabulous!""
DPAR
"Yanna and Sarah, thank you for the VIP invitation to a fantastic evening. We thoroughly enjoyed all of it."
J&A
"We have been very privileged to have been here to listen to you both. "
J&A
"What a thoroughly enjoyable event! The fabulous musicianship and a lovely atmosphere combined to make an unforgettable evening. ANIMO’s music is from the heart - through their choice of repertoire and the care and attention to detail displayed in their performance they created a wonderful, spellbinding concert."
Everyday Records
"What an incredible night of beautiful musicianship! Wishing you all the success in the world!"
Audience
"Extraordinary. A magical atmosphere from the first note!"
J
"Beautiful, this is the start of something so exciting! I am so pleased for your both. Salt of the earth blew my socks off!"
SA
"Thank you all for such a lovely evening yesterday. What a splendid venue, beautifully decorated and the range of music was superb. We particularly liked the Bartok and the Andy Scott piece. VM 24th October 2019 "
VM
"What a wonderful evening. It was special hearing beautiful unusual music in this setting. Thank you so much for inviting me."
RC
"This was absolutely gorgeous! We feel so honoured to have been invited. "
GJD
From the blog
Impressions of Sheffield 7.11.21
11th November 2021
Almost a week since Sheffield's gig at the Courtyard courtesy of Lynne's Live Lounge and with the support and guest starring of Julian Jones.
We really had the best time and we are already planning our return performance next year!
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