Trio Batignano

The musicians of the trio Batignano first met up whilst they were involved as performers in the annual summer opera festival centered on the remote Tuscan village of Batignano, Italy in 1997.  The name conjures up the very essence of what and how the group perform: the renowned classical blend of flute and guitar (representing Italian style) combined with the hot summer ‘taste’ of the saxophone (Italian flair). The musical freedom of such a trio enables Batignano to present its own unique versions of a variety of International folk music, Spanish flamenco, Argentine tango, along with renditions of Bach sonatas through to classic jazz melodies.

Graham Roberts - Guitar
Chris Caldwell - Saxophone
Susie Hodder-Williams - Flute

The musicians of Batignano are all experienced freelance musicians performing with many of the UK’s top orchestras including, London Symphony Orchestra, Royal Opera House, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, BBC Symphony Orchestra, and  English National Ballet, and contemporary ensembles such as Tetra Quartet, Quintessence, Delta Saxophone Quartet and the Michael Nyman Band.

Batignano has quickly earned a reputation for presenting exciting and entertaining programmes covering a wide variety of musical styles. Its presentation is highly visual and informative delighting audiences from music societies in Hampstead to Chichester.  In July 2006 Batignano was invited to join ‘Music In Hospitals’, a UK charity which is dedicated to the presentation of top quality music within hospitals and community centres in the UK.

Prepare to be surprised, delighted and entertained by this energetic trio.

For enquiries regarding Batignano, contact Graham via the contact & bookings page.