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    Making music.

    Making space.

    Welcome to the website of Canadian classical violin and piano duo There is Room. Our name is intentionally multi-faceted: we believe there is room on the classical concert stage for all kinds of new, under-represented, and non-traditional music, and that there is room in our audience for listeners from all walks of life. Have a look around! We're glad you're here.

  • ABOUT US

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    Lindsey Herle, violin

    Currently a member of the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra, Lindsey has played with several other Canadian orchestras, including the Hamilton Philharmonic, Calgary Philharmonic, and the Victoria Symphony. An alumna of both the National Youth Orchestra and the National Academy Orchestra, she recently participated in the National Arts Centre Orchestra Mentorship Program in 2022 and 2023.

     

    In addition to orchestral playing, Lindsey enjoys chamber music, and has participated in a wide variety of chamber concerts with colleagues and friends. She holds a Bachelor of Music from the University of Victoria, a Performance Certificate from Mount Royal Conservatory, and a Master of Music from the University of Ottawa. During her graduate studies at the University of Ottawa she was awarded a grant from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada. Her primary teachers include Yehonatan Berick, Yosuke Kawasaki, Ashley Vandiver, William van der Sloot, Sharon Stanis, and Peter Ellis.

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    Elizabeth Clarke, piano

    Calgary-based pianist Dr. Elizabeth Clarke is active as a performer, collaborator, and teacher. She has performed numerous solo and chamber recitals in Canada and the United States, and has been featured as a concerto soloist with the University of Victoria orchestra. She is also an in-demand accompanist and frequently works with singers and instrumentalists of all levels.

     

    As a teacher, Elizabeth previously held the position of Assistant Professor in Residence at Bradley University in Peoria, IL, as well as teaching assistantships at the University of Victoria and Michigan State University. Currently, she is a sessional instructor at Ambrose University, and maintains a private studio at Calgary Music Academy.

     

    Elizabeth holds degrees in piano performance and music theory from the University of Alberta, Augustana Campus, University of Victoria, and Michigan State University. She has received numerous awards for her work, including the Governor General’s silver medal, the Johann Strauss scholarship for advanced musical study in Austria, and a graduate student grant from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada.

  • NEWS

    Check back soon for concert updates and upcoming activities!

  • CONTACT

    We'd love to meet you! Contact us with questions and booking inquiries.

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