"gifted and promising...redefining vocal chamber music" — PAN M 360
Voice & Cello
The début album with ATMA Classique
I Wish I Were Dead
Upcoming: Duo Étrange X Opéra du Royaume: The sound of new classical — April 18th
Debut Album
February 20th 2026
This début album from Duo Étrange features a collection of new classical works celebrating living artists.
Upcoming
18
April 2026
Opéra du Royaume, Centre d'expérimentation musicale (CEM)
Opera du Royaume is thrilled to present Duo Étrange: voice and cello, in partnership with the CEM in Chicoutimi-Nord, a new and audacious concert event, where classical voice discovers new horizons.
Recognition
PAN M 360
"Duo Étrange dispels all doubts (if there were any)...one thing is certain: we want to hear this duo very often again.. Striking performance by Vanessa Croome. A fluid, ethereal soprano with vigour, agile and pleasantly brilliant in high notes, capable of convincing descents into mezzo areas. Sahara, a cellist to remember… demonstrates a lot of character, impeccable technique, and strong emotional immersion....a superb performer..."
Read more → REVIEW: SALLE BOURGIE DEBUTPAN M 360
Early review for i wish i were dead Streaming February 20th 2026 with ATMA Classique.
Read more → REVIEW: I WISH I WERE DEADPAN M 360
In-depth interview about redefining voice and chamber music.
Read more → PAN M 360 InterviewPAN M 360
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE STRANGE DUO AND THEIR ALBUM BY LISTENING TO THE INTERVIEW (you’ll find out why the two artists chose the title I Wish I Were Dead!)
Read more → INTERVIEW: Duo Étrange and I WISH I WERE DEADOpéra Revue
Article in French: Opéra Revue Québec interview with Duo Étrange about upcoming album and the history of our ensemble.
Read more → À découvrir: Duo Étrange Opéra Revue (FR)New Music USA
2025 Creator Fund Winners - supporting a new commission with composer Kebra-Seyoun Charles
The Montrealer
Duo Étrange – redefining what classical chamber music can be: Duo Étrange is rising to prominence on the Quebec music scene as an ensemble that redefines what classical chamber music can be. Shortly after recording their debut album, the cello-soprano duo presents a program of new works, including the premiere of a Bourgie Hall co-commission from Nicole Lizée.
Read more → The MontrealerLe Vivier
Selected as Pôle Relève artists, recognized as emerging leaders in contemporary music in Montreal.
CHEK News
Duo Etrange's homecoming performance in Victoria.
Read more → CHEK News — Homecoming PerformanceVancouver Island Free Daily
Island-born music duo set to conclude homecoming tour in Victoria.
Read more → Vancouver Island Free Daily — Homecoming Tour