SCHOLFIELD Clarke Duo

The Scholfield Clarke Duo, featuring saxophonist Richard Scholfield and pianist Iain Clarke, stands out as one of the most exciting Scottish chamber music ensembles of their generation. Renowned for their innovative recital programs, they expertly blend traditional and contemporary elements, captivating audiences with their fresh interpretations and dynamic performances.

“For the uninitiated on the classical music repertoire of the saxophone, the concert was delightful, occasionally challenging and never less than superbly performed.”

-Martin Roche, reviewing Scholfield-Clarke Duo Recital at Westbourne Music, May 2023

Richard Scholfield (saxophone) and Iain Clarke (piano) have an energetic and dynamic presence on the concert platform, stemming from a close musical friendship which they have been developing for over a decade. They enjoy presenting new and exciting pieces from the saxophone’s original repertoire, but also frequently feature transcriptions in their programmes – bringing a new perspective to historic music by Chopin, Amy Beach, Messiaen and Gershwin, to name a few.

The Tunnell Trust award-winning duo have performed recitals at St Martin-in-the-Fields and Perth Concert Hall, and recent appearances include recitals at Westbourne Music (Glasgow) and Barnes Music Society (London). In 2024 they embarked on two concert tours around Scotland, premiering newly commissioned works by John De Simone and Tom W. Green with the support of the Hope Scott Trust and Hinrichsen Foundation.