Piaclava – Clarinet, Viola & Piano Trio

Piaclava is a clarinet, viola and piano trio dedicated to performing engaging music of the past and present – including works by the musicians themselves.


With its unique instrumentation and virtuosic flair , they explore not only the standard repertoire written for this trio, but also a variety of solo and duo works from classical, popular, modern and world-music repertoires.

Piaclava is committed to giving concerts of the highest caliber that:

  • explore not only the standard repertoire written for this combination, but also a variety of solo and duo works from classical, popular, modern and world-music repertoire
  • include pieces written specifically for the ensemble from composers around the world and of all generations
  • include interactive activities by experienced teaching artists associated with Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
  • can include hands-on workshops with the concert audience before or after the performance
  • can collaborate with other highly-acclaimed artists for larger ensemble possibilities
  • celebrate works created during school residencies, where students as young as 6 years old become composers in our innovative “Tales and Tunes” program