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The internationally acclaimed Project Trio will join the University of Louisiana Symphony Orchestra for two exciting concerts this January.Saturday, January 17 at 7:00 p.m. — Angelle Hall Auditorium, Lafayette
Sunday, January 18 at 7:00 p.m. — Hilton Riverside Ballroom, New Orleans
Admission for the Lafayette performance is $20, with free entry for all current UL students, faculty, and staff. Admission to the New Orleans concert is free and open to the public.
From a beatbox flute rendition of “Inspector Gadget” to a Bourrée inspired by J.S. Bach and Jethro Tull, audiences can expect an unforgettable fusion of classical virtuosity and contemporary flair.
This special event is presented by the UL Concert Series and the UL Symphony Orchestra.
www.projecttrio.com
PROJECT Trio is a dynamic and innovative music group known for their genre-blending performances and captivating stage presence. The trio pushes the boundaries of traditional chamber music with their unique fusion of classical, jazz, hip-hop, and world music influences. With virtuosic musicianship and contagious energy, PROJECT Trio has gained worldwide acclaim for their electrifying performances that defy categorization and captivate audiences of all ages. Their creative and adventurous approach to music-making has earned them a devoted following, making them a trailblazing force in the contemporary music landscape.
The Trio is acclaimed by Downbeat Magazine as “packed with musicianship, joy and surprise” and “exciting a new generation of listeners about the joys of classical and jazz music.” Gramophone Magazine singled out the group as “an ensemble willing and able to touch on the gamut of musical bases ranging from Baroque to nu-Metal and taking in pretty much every stylism in between.”
PROJECT Trio has amassed a significant following on YouTube, Their channel has over 100 million views and 100,000 subscribers. They have also had 2 albums appear on the Billboard Charts Top 10 for classical and instrumental
Founded in the 1940s, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Symphony Orchestra has long been a cornerstone of the region’s musical and cultural life. The ensemble brings together talented UL Lafayette students and skilled instrumentalists from the surrounding community, creating a dynamic blend of youthful energy and seasoned artistry. This collaboration fosters a unique, welcoming, and inspiring musical environment for performers and audiences alike.
Each year, the UL Symphony presents a diverse array of performances, including the Halloween Concert, Christmas Concert, Student Soloists Concert, and the annual String Day Performance (March 7, 2026), where high school students from across Louisiana perform side by side with the orchestra. The ensemble is also active in a variety of collaborative projects, performing with the UL Opera, dance productions, and distinguished guest artists.
Notable guest performers have included Project Trio, The Turtle Island Quartet, Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys, and BeauSoleil, among other acclaimed and Grammy Award–winning artists. Michael Blaney has conducted the UL Symphony for the past 30 years.
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