With Old Friends, The Secret Trio continues its inspiring mission to bring people together through the universal language of music. Building on their earlier albums (Soundscapes, Three of Us, Coexist), they once again fuse Eastern microtonal modes and intricate rhythms with Western harmony and form—crafting a distinctive, contemporary sound that bridges traditions.
Clarinetist Ismail Lumanovski, born in Macedonia in 1984, has become a globally recognized soloist, featured with symphonic orchestras and at major world music festivals. His dazzling technique and versatility span genres and improvisational styles alike.
Tamer Pınarbaşı, a native of Turkey (born 1970), brings new dimensions to the ancient kanun. By developing an innovative 10-fingered technique and drawing from deep knowledge of makams and harmony, he opens up rich possibilities for genre-crossing creativity within the Trio.
Ara Dinkjian, an Armenian-American born in 1958, is known internationally for his compositions—sung in over 16 languages—and for his uniquely expressive oud playing. While he occasionally joins the other two in virtuosic runs, he often anchors the music with bass lines, counterpoint, and harmonic textures.
Tamer and Ara first met in 1996 and were joined by Ismail in 2005. What began as musical admiration has evolved into a profound, enduring friendship—felt both on and off stage.
Audiences who experience The Secret Trio live witness this bond firsthand. It’s a celebration of joy, cultural depth, and a shared love for music—as natural as the connection between old friends.
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