Business Details
42 Years
experience
Premier Chamber Music Performances in Durham, NC
Mallarm Music has been a cornerstone of artistic excellence in central North Carolina since 1984. Founded on the principles of interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement, we bring world-class chamber music to diverse audiences while fostering partnerships with artists across disciplines. Our organization has commissioned over 35 new works by American composers, reflecting our commitment to innovation and artistic growth. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Suzanne Rousso, we maintain a strong focus on educational outreach, creating programs that mentor emerging artists and promote music appreciation throughout the Triangle region. With a philosophy rooted in Stphane Mallarm's vision of unified artistic expression, our performances regularly integrate dance, literature, and visual arts.Our team of professional musicians includes principal players from major regional orchestras and faculty members at prestigious institutions like Duke University and the University of North Carolina. We maintain rigorous artistic standards while making chamber music accessible through performances in diverse venues ranging from traditional concert halls to community spaces. Our core values of diversity, inclusion, and artistic integrity guide every aspect of our programming and community interactions.
Services
Chamber Music Concerts
Educational Outreach
Commissioned Compositions
Interdisciplinary Collaborations
Community Performances
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in chamber music performance
- Our team includes internationally acclaimed musicians and educators
- We offer innovative educational programs for all ages
- Our performances feature diverse and interdisciplinary collaborations
- We commission new works annually from American composers
Services
Chamber Music Concerts
Our concert series features professional chamber music performances that blend traditional repertoire with contemporary works. Each season includes interdisciplinary collaborations with dance, theater, and visual arts partners. We present innovative programs that showcase both classical masterpieces and world premieres by American composers.
Educational Outreach
We develop and implement educational programs that engage students and community members through workshops, masterclasses, and youth concerts. Our initiatives focus on music appreciation, performance training, and creating accessible learning opportunities for diverse populations across North Carolina's Triangle region.
Commissioned Compositions
Our commissioning program supports contemporary composers through the creation of new chamber music works. This initiative has resulted in over 35 premieres, fostering artistic innovation while expanding the modern chamber music repertoire with diverse voices and perspectives.
Community Collaborations
We create interdisciplinary collaborations that integrate music with other art forms through partnerships with local artists and organizations. These projects explore innovative artistic expressions that reflect our community's cultural diversity and contemporary artistic landscape.
Artist Development
Our programs provide professional development opportunities for emerging musicians through mentorship, performance experience, and educational initiatives. We support career growth for young artists while maintaining high artistic standards in chamber music performance and education.
People
Suzanne Rousso
Artistic Director
Violist Suzanne Rousso leads Mallarm Music as Artistic Director, bringing decades of experience as performer and educator. A Juilliard-trained musician with administrative roles at major symphonies, she champions diversity in programming and community engagement through innovative chamber music presentations.
Mickaella Guarascio
Operations Manager
Mickaella Guarascio manages daily operations while maintaining active performance schedules with regional orchestras. Her organizational expertise ensures smooth concert production and community program implementation across the Triangle area.
Andrea Edith Moore
Board Chair
Soprano Andrea Edith Moore serves as board chair while maintaining an international performance career. A Duke University faculty member and award-winning artist, she combines artistic excellence with strategic leadership to guide Mallarm Music's future direction.
Questions
What type of music does Mallarm Music perform?
We specialize in chamber music with interdisciplinary collaborations, featuring both classical masterpieces and contemporary compositions.
Are your performances family-friendly?
Yes, our concerts welcome audiences of all ages with diverse programming accessible to both classical music enthusiasts and newcomers.
Do you offer educational programs?
We provide innovative educational initiatives including masterclasses, youth concerts, and community workshops throughout the Triangle region.
How can I attend a performance?
Our concerts are held at venues across Durham and the surrounding Triangle area, with tickets available through our website.
Do you commission new works?
Yes, we've commissioned over 35 new works by American composers, regularly featuring premieres in our concert seasons.
Are you affiliated with Duke University?
While we maintain strong local connections, we're an independent organization with artists and board members from Duke and other regional institutions.
