Cantico - Duo Arioso

© 2002 Duo Arioso/Fixed Wing Productions

"Cantico' - this critically acclaimed recording by 'Duo Arioso' serves up a feast of Early Music sumptuously arranged for flutes & harps. Flavored in the Renaissance tradition, 'Cantico' features lively & familiar works from the 13th to the 17th centuries such as 'Estampie', 'Salterello', 'Hey, Ho, Nobody's Home', 'The Cutty Wren', and a rousing rendition of Henry Purcell's 'Hornpipe'. Inspirational and reflective selections are here as well with the timeless melodies of 'Robin', 'Light O' Love/Romance', 'Three Ravens/Turtledoves' and the 16th Century classic 'To Drive The Cold Winter Away'. These flavorful arrangements include a unique array of instrumenation as the alto flute, flute, piccolo, the concert pedal harp, celtic & lap harps, as well as cello & various period percussion. 'Cantico' is truly a musical delight for all time!

'Duo Arioso' - features Flautist-Michelle Matsumune & Harpist-Melinda Johnson. This exciting musical duo maintains a varied repertoire of music ranging from early music to contemporary classics. Ms. matsumune holds an MFA in Flute Performance from the California Institute for the Arts, while Ms. Johnson holds a BA in Music Performance & an MFA in Film from the American Film Institute. In addition to 'Duo Arioso', Michelle & Melinda are professional musicians who teach, record & perform extensively throughout the Los Angeles area.