Sonority Sisters is a music duo comprised of orchestra musicians Clare Semes, violinist, and Kelly Zimba, flutist, available for live or virtual performances for gatherings and events. You can hire them to play for anything from weddings, to birthday and retirement parties, and private and public events, where they’ll perform a program of classical music and popular song requests.
Both musicians with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, the Sonority Sisters was formed when COVID-19 shut down live events and performances. Recognizing Toronto’s appetite for live art, they were inspired to offer live performances around the city, playing in parks and for hire. Check out television segments from CBC and Global News, where Clare and Kelly discuss the genesis of Sonority Sisters.
Photo credits (clockwise from top left: Clare Semes, Kelly Zimba, Kelly Zimba & Clare Semes). Start Exploring page: Kelly Zimba & Clare Semes.
What we like about these musicians
Like so many performing artists, Sonority Sisters found their livelihoods abruptly cut off at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, when all live performances and events were shut down – and no one was sure for how long. Forming a duo and pivoting to virtual and outdoor performances, their resilience and resourcefulness led to a new music venture, providing live music joy when people needed it the most!
If you thought classical music and musicians were too serious and stuffy – think again! Melodious and playful, they are highly versatile and offer a range of music styles, including popular songs. Picture them performing for your wedding or other important family gathering, or inviting them to play at an event for your organization or company, performing your favourite classical pieces and songs that are close to your heart. (Written by C.M.)
Ideas for where you can go from here:
- Listen to Sonority Sisters play, including snippets of popular songs “Hallelujah” and “Crazy Little Thing Called Love”.
- Learn more about Sonority Sisters in their bios.
- Are you in the Greater Toronto Area and have an event you’d like to book them for? Reach out and contact them here.
- What classical music or favourite song would you ask them to perform at your gathering or event?
We love music artists because of the unique ways they make us feel things through music. Feeling things through music means allowing the music to move you, physically and emotionally. Allowing the music to move you is part of the flourishing offline life Young W helps you discover: by exploring PERFORMANCE and the other 8 pillars of Arts & Letters, including those you may be hesitant to try.
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