Duetto Arpeggione

About Us Duetto Arpeggione are a Suffolk-based ensemble, performing across Suffolk, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire and Essex. They formed after performing regularly together in musical theatre bands. The name is derived from the now obsolete instrument the 'arpeggione' which was a six-stringed instrument tuned like a guitar but bowed like a cello. The combination of Cello and Classical Guitar is perhaps more unusual than the traditional string quartet, but the voices of both these instruments combine effectively and they lend themselves to performance in a range of musical styles - from Classical to Jazz, Pop to Spanish music - making Duetto Arpeggione the perfect choice for something a little different at your event. Claire Bostock Claire was born and grew up in Leicestershire. Following the completion of her training as a classical cellist in London, she relocated to Suffolk. Claire enjoys the diversity of performing in a range of styles and collaborating with other performers in live and recorded mediums. She performs regularly with the Prometheus Orchestra in concerts across Suffolk. She also loves musical theatre and playing in pit orchestras. Claire also composes and arranges music; currently having a partnership with Paper Lantern Theatre Company, and recently arranging and recording strings for Alex Highton's upcoming album. In addition to performing with Kevin as part of Duetto Arpeggione, Claire is also pursuing solo projects and other Classical collaborations. Kevin Butcher As a professional player for more than 20 years, Kevin has played in almost every situation imaginable. From intimate solo shows to duo, trio and band performances in front of thousands at festivals, he has played almost every style of music in his career and has been featured on both local and national TV and radio stations. As an in demand player for musical theatre work, he can regularly be heard performing in theatres across the region and is extremely excited to be involved in this new project and playing in yet another new musical context.