Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Montreal, April 9, 2026 – Violinist Julia Mirzoev and violinist and guitarist Russell Iceberg – also known as Duo Chromatika – have been selected for a pan-Canadian tour offered by Jeunesses Musicales Canada, Debut Atlantic and Prairie Debut in 2027-2028.
The three classical music organizations announced in June 2025 that they were teaming up again for a third edition of Road Trip! A Pan-Canadian Tour to offer an emerging artist or ensemble a tour that would span the country.
“Duo Chromatika caught our attention with their bold and authentic approach. Julia Mirzoev and Russell Iceberg stand out for their remarkable versatility, skillfully navigating classical repertoire, jazz, and even improvisation. We are convinced they will offer audiences across the country a vibrant and inspiring musical experience,” says Danièle LeBlanc, Executive and Artistic Director of Jeunesses Musicales Canada.
“Debut Atlantic is thrilled to present Duo Chromatika as part of this exciting Pan-Canadian partnership. Duo Chromatika brings extraordinary creativity and artistry to the stage, and we’re proud to share their work with audiences throughout the Atlantic region,” says Erin Sparks, Executive Director of Debut Atlantic.
Road Trip! A Pan-Canadian Tour will run from September 2027 through October 2028 and will include approximately thirty dates across Canada and the Territories. “Prairie Debut is pleased to continue this unique partnership with Debut Atlantic and Jeunesses Musicales Canada to present this extraordinary Pan-Canadan touring opportunity to Duo Chromatika”, adds Po Yeh, Executive Director of Prairie Debut.
DUO CHROMATIKA
Duo Chromatika is the dynamic partnership of violinist Julia Mirzoev and violinist – violist – guitarist Russell Iceberg, two versatile artists who blur the boundaries between classical tradition, jazz virtuosity, and the freedom of improvisation. Julia and Russell bring exceptional artistry and distinction to their work as a duo. Partners both on stage and in life invite audiences to explore Moments in Transit, their touring program that reimagines repertoire across genres and centuries.
From the elegance of classical-era duets to the infectious swing of hot-club jazz, Duo Chromatika brings a fresh, adventurous spirit to the chamber music stage. Their programming also celebrates living voices, championing contemporary composers while contributing their own original compositions and arrangements. Currently, they are developing a collection of jazz-inspired violin–guitar works for Julia’s upcoming debut crossover album, Sapphire Blues.
Recent appearances include recitals for Jeunesses Musicales Canada, Salle Bourgie, and Night off at Nickel 9, and upcoming performances include the Montreal Chamber Music Festival, Centre Culturel de Bromont, and a residency for Music Toronto’s Celebration of Small ensembles.
Whether interpreting a buoyant Rococo dance, an innovative contemporary piece, or an electrifying original work, Duo Chromatika creates concerts that are vibrant, genre-fluid, and distinguished by expressive virtuosity. In doing so, they seek to engage and inspire audiences across many musical traditions and genres.
ABOUT JEUNESSES MUSICALES CANADA
Jeunesses Musicales Canada (JMC) is a talent incubator that boosts the careers of the best emerging artists, while helping to democratize classical music for audiences of all ages. Today, Jeunesses Musical Canada’s season includes over 1 200 musical activities presented across Canada, ranging from high-calibre concerts to exciting musical activities for young audiences.
Bringing Canada’s exceptional classical music artists to Atlantic Canadian communities since 1979, Debut Atlantic takes the guess work out of presenting excellence in the genre by curating a five-tour season of primarily emerging artists available to presenters throughout the Atlantic region. Debut Atlantic is deeply committed to educational and community engagement and artist development. Additionally, it offers an annual scholarship to an exceptional Atlantic Canadian high school music student.
The only organization of its kind in Western Canada, Prairie Debut connects Canadian global-music and classical musicians of the highest levels of artistic excellence to audiences in over 100 communities, most of which are outside the larger centres in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Northern Territories.
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Erin Whittaker Head of Communications
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Erin Sparks Executive Director
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Po Yeh Executive Director
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