It is the goal of the Seraphina Ensemble to promote equality through the arts by engaging with disenfranchised groups in classical music. Our organization seeks to reach this goal by performing and premiering works by women and minority composers. Through our dedication to performance and education, we honor the classical tradition as well as show that classical music does not belong just in the upper strata of society, among the wealthy who fund large orchestras and extravagant projects. Music, more than any other form of art, has the power to bring people together.
Our Mission:
ABOUT US
Meet the Ensemble:
The Seraphina Ensemble consists of Chicago-based musicians dedicated to new music and to the mission of the Ensemble. We are a flexible ensemble, varying instrumentation to meet the needs of the work we are performing. Current members include:
Sarah Crowell – clarinet
Pauline Kempf – violin
Nick Ober – bassoon
Rachel Peters – violin
Kelly Quesada – cello
Nick Sakakeeny – percussion
Jana Specht – oboe
Grace Teeter – flute
Helen Wargelin - guest artist, horn
Matthew Weathers – viola
Kelsey Williams – horn