Cello and Clarinet, Karolina Öhman and Irene Chen
Clarinetist Irene Chen and cellist Karolina Öhman form a unique and expressive duo that explores the rich sonic landscape between their two instruments. Combining classical tradition with contemporary curiosity, their performances are intimate, adventurous, and deeply communicative. With a shared passion for chamber music and bold programming, the duo brings fresh energy to both established repertoire and new works, creating memorable experiences for audiences across concert halls.
Clarinet & Cello Duo – Irene Chen & Karolina Öhman
Clarinetist Irene Chen and cellist Karolina Öhman bring together two distinct voices in a captivating duo that bridges classical refinement with contemporary edge. With a shared commitment to artistic exploration and audience connection, their collaboration creates a vibrant dialogue between cello and clarinet—blending warmth, clarity, and rhythmic vitality.
In 2026, their interdisciplinary project Luminous Pulse will perform in Bern Music Festival, together with sound artist Enoch Chen https://www.enochchen.art/ , where it will premiere as part of the festival’s focus on inclusive, sensory-rich performance. Luminous Pulse is a deeply immersive experience that combines music and physical vibration—designed to reach not only traditional concert audiences but also members of the hearing-impaired community. This unique program explores rhythm and resonance in ways that transcend sound alone, inviting all listeners to experience music through multiple senses.
Beyond Luminous Pulse, the duo also presents a dynamic concert program that moves fluidly across classical repertoire, contemporary works, and genre-crossing pieces. Their performances are known for expressive range, emotional depth, and strong storytelling. Whether through avant-garde premieres or reimagined classics, Irene and Karolina offer concerts that are both thought-provoking and engaging.
With flexible programming and an inclusive vision, Irene and Karolina’s duo brings a fresh, dynamic voice to today’s chamber music scene—resonating with diverse audiences and festival stages alike.
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