Together, Kristina Newton, and Joel Slott form the Clarinet-Piano duo Dialogue of Minds. They met during their studies at the Academy for Music and Drama in Gothenburg, Sweden and have since continued to work together closely. Their ambition is to always find ways to inject classical music with new life, whether that be with new commissions or new interpretations.

They chose their name to represent the reasoning behind their love of chamber music. The non-verbal communication that happens on stage when performing is integral to successful chamber music. and we have learnt in post performance discussions that our audiences love to both watch and hear the visual and auditory aspects of our dialogue.

From this foundation of connection and openness, we are able to explore a wide range of new and staple repertoire. One of our most important missions is to give voice to new dialogues. Our first commission by Swedish composer Nicole Rubinova will be premiered in our Timeless Classics and New Beginnings concert series, which will tour five London venues including the 1901 Arts Club and St Pancras Clock Tower this June.

We have also begun work with Australian composer Imogen Ferdinando to commission a Clarinet sonata which explores her Sri-Lankan heritage in conversation with western classical music notation.