"Extraordinary. A magical atmosphere from the first note!"
ANIMO two: “This is a joyous and captivating album.”
Animo is a Contemporary Declassified 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.
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. Our most ambitious project started in 2019 with the commmission of 11 new compositions by international composers.
Recently, ANIMO were signed by PARMA records who produced our 'ANIMO two' album on the Ravello records label. We are thrilled to see that our album was loved by our audiences and in particular by Alex Rainieri on 'LOUD MOUTH'
"This is a joyous and captivating album. The featured works are uplifting, inviting and well-crafted. The performances by Animo Duo are excellent, and the many commissioned works on the album embody a significant contribution to the expansion of the repertory of flute/piano duo works."
"Extraordinary. A magical atmosphere from the first note!"
J
"We have been very privileged to have been here to listen to you both. "
J&A
"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- a true privilege to share your special evening. "
D
"Remarkable! So moving...I can't wait to hear more and follow you on this incredible journey! Beautiful evening. Thank you!"
AA
"This was absolutely gorgeous! We feel so honoured to have been invited. "
GJD
"'A' and I were blown away by the versatility of Animo. The pieces were very atmospheric and made even more so by the surroundings. I'm not a great fan of contemporary music but I loved the pieces you played which weren't, as I would say, too off the wall! You make a great duo and look forward to hearing more from you both."
JR
"Thank you so much for this evening. I was transported. The hairs on the back of my neck are still standing. Such a wonderful sound, and a marvellous venue. On to the next concert... "
B
"Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful!"
AD F
"What a wonderful evening. It was special hearing beautiful unusual music in this setting. Thank you so much for inviting me."
RC
From the blog
ANIMO two gets a review!
24th August 2023
So excited to see a review of our album 'ANIMO two' being published online by LOUD MOUTH, written by the pianist and artistic director of the Brisbane Music Festival, Alex Rainieri.
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