Lyric Arts Trio

“A perfect blend of musical poetry and lyrics” wrote Tim Groth, Black Hills Chamber Music Society, about a Lyric Arts Trio performance. Elena Lence Talley, clarinet; Daniel Velicer, piano; and Sarah Tannehill Anderson, soprano, have delighted audiences throughout the Midwest with their technical and artistic abilities and wonderful musicianship. They project a warmth and pleasure in performing concerts crafted around a central theme, complemented by informal remarks about the music that both enlighten and entertain audiences. Look no farther for what Bertie Leigh Compaan, Norton (KS) Arts Council, called “a concert of exquisite beauty.”

The trio presents concerts of solos, duos, and trios, typically unified by a central theme, in a relaxed environment, distinguished by insightful (but still informal) commentary about the music by the performers. Featured on Kansas Public Radio’s 2025 Live Day, the Lyric Arts Trio has performed in 6 states and Canada for more than 20 years, including many communities and colleges in Kansas. Programs may be created or customized for a presenter. Sample programs include: “American Voices,” “Poetry in Motion,” “Of Love and Remembrance,” “Hearts and Flowers,” and “Music of the Americas,” among others.

• Primary Program: $1600 – $2200 for concert (includes mileage). Concert fee determined by distance from Lenexa and length of concert.
• Community Engagement activities (master classes, workshops or lectures) are $300 – $900 (in conjunction with a performance)
• School concerts range from $900 – $1600, depending on length of performance and distance from Lenexa

Adapted concerts for senior or student populations are available in conjunction with a concert performance.

School concerts for upper elementary, middle, and high school students are available in conjunction with a concert performance. Teachers’ guides are available to complement the performance. Artist master classes are available for advanced students (high school or college) in chamber music, clarinet, piano, or voice.