Mathieu-Chua Duo comprises Canadian violinist Véronique Mathieu and pianist Stephanie Chua. They are dynamic and compelling artists who champion contemporary music of emerging composers alongside those that are internationally established, as well as relish in re-introducing the works of forgotten composers of the Baroque, Classical and Romantic periods to a new audience.
It is important to Mathieu-Chua Duo that their collaborations and performances spark new artistic and social developments. They hope to contribute to the evolution of classical music as well as forge new connections between composers and audiences –two parties that might otherwise remain isolated without committed performers and committed performances. Our aim is to inspire emerging Canadian composers to the artistic and technical possibilites of instrumental chamber writing and to inspire the next generation of performers to the potential of contemporary repertoire.
Meeting in 2012, Mathieu-Chua Duo has quickly established themselves in Canada. They have presented recitals at Music Toronto’s Discovery Series, 21C Festival at the Royal Conservatory of Music (Toronto), Sound Symposium XVII (St. John’s, NF), New Works Calgary, Ottawa New Music Creators, 5-Penny New Music Concerts (Sudbury, ON), Palais Montcalm (Quebec City), and COC’s Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre (Toronto); as well as at Universities of Ottawa, Western Ontario, Guelph, and Waterloo. The duo released their debut recording 'True North' on the Centrediscs label in 2017. Gapplegate Classical-Modern Review notes that the duo “trip the light fantastic with a dramatic sense of expression and a remarkable sense of balance and poise”.
Upcoming concerts include Almonte in Concert (ON), Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber Society (ON), and Whitehorse Concerts (Yukon), as well as a tour of BC. Mathieu-Chua Duo will also be releasing a 2nd recording together featuring all female composers on PARMA Recordings in July 2023.
“Whitehorse Concerts had the pleasure of presenting pianist Stephanie Chua and violinist Véronique Mathieu in our classical music series in November of 2022. They were a pleasure to work with and were very respectful and gracious with everyone involved in our events.
Chua and Mathieu played a wonderful evening community concert at The Yukon Arts Centre that showcased female artists and composers, both contemporary and historical.
I can highly recommend this talented duo to any presenting group. They come prepared and are always excited to share their passion for music with everyone.”
“Thank you for a wonderfully inspiring program and for taking the time to answer all of the student questions.”
“We’ve had the good fortune to present Veronique and Stephanie twice now at our venue on Vancouver Island. Aside from their absolutely first-rate musicianship, what struck both of us was the care taken with the programing. Both shows were marvelous examples of well-chosen contrast and diversity, resulting in what proved to be a very gratifying listening experience for our audience. Aside from their delightful musical offerings, these artists are a pleasure to deal with on a professional level when it comes to communication. We look forward to having them back.”