Lutist Mike Fentross and bass clarinettist Maarten Ornstein first played together in 2013 in Paradiso Amsterdam. Coming from entirely different musical backgrounds (baroque and improvised music) they found each other in their love for beautiful songs, cross-genre exploration, and willingness to put conventions aside.

Fast-forwarding to 2023, they have released 4 albums, working with singers Rima Khcheich and Kadri Tegelmann, as well as playing duo. The rich and sonorous blend of their instruments is a perfect fit for their repertoire, ranging from Henry Purcell to Dawud Hosny, Bach to Breuker, and bluegrass to baroque. Through their unconventional approach the duo manages to bring all these different types of music together in a very personal and sophisticated musical universe. In 2022, the duo was awarded the Willem Breuker Prize for their ground-breaking artistry.  CD 'Oblivion Soave' is available here at Zefir Records. 

Contact: info [AT] maartenornstein.com