🎷 About A‑Delta Trio

A‑Delta Trio is a contemporary saxophone ensemble based in Basel, Switzerland. It is formed by Álvaro Rodríguez Cabezas, Maria Chamizo, and Miguel Fernández. The trio is known for its creative and open approach to repertoire. From the very beginning, their goal has been to explore the saxophone trio’s full potential within both historical and modern contexts.

🎼 Repertoire: From Baroque to Contemporary

They combine historical transcriptions and original arrangements with the performance of new music. For instance, their work includes adaptations of pieces by the Bach family, Mozart, Leo Weiner, Lutosławski, and Hector Villalobos. In addition, they commission and premiere new works by emerging composers, contributing to the development of this still rare formation. 

🆕 New Works and Premieres

In March 2024, they premiered a new saxophone trio by Eli Korman. More recently, they performed a commissioned work by Guiomar Ortiz in the final round of the JM Spain Chamber Music Competition. They will soon premiere a new piece by Benjamin Attahir, further expanding the contemporary saxophone trio repertoire.

🌍 Performances Across Europe

The trio has performed in renowned venues and festivals throughout Europe. Among others, their appearances include the ICMC in Weikersheim (Germany), Stadtcasino Basel, Toscana Saal in Würzburg, Il Cenacolo di Santa Croce in Florence, and the Espace Fleuret of the CNSMD in Paris. These experiences have helped shape their musical identity and broaden their audience.

🎓 Education and Mentorship

Since the trio’s formation, A‑Delta has developed its voice in a unique musical environment. The members trained at the CSKG in Madrid and currently study at the Musik-Akademie in Basel. There, under the guidance of professors Pedro Pablo Cámara, Marcus Weiss, Anton Kernjak, and Claudio Martínez-Mehner, they refine their artistic vision as a chamber music group.

They also receive artistic guidance from leading European musicians. Notably, these include members of the Cuarteto Casals, Jonathan Brown, Cibrán Sierra (Cuarteto Quiroga), Sergio Azzolini, Leila Schayegh, Angelika Merkle, Dénes Várjon, and Patrick Judt.

🏆 Awards and Recognition

A‑Delta Trio is part of the European Chamber Music Academy (ECMA) as an aspiring ensemble. Thanks to this, they participate in chamber music residencies held across Europe. In 2024, they reached the final round of the prestigious JM Spain Competition. That same year, they were awarded the Prize for Best Performance of a Post‑1945 Work at the International Chamber Music Competition in Arnuero, Spain.