The Alturas Duo is recognized as one of the most entertaining ensembles in the chamber music world today. Formed with the idea of performing and promoting Latin and classical music by integrating the strengths and beauty of the viola, charango, and guitar, the Alturas Duo musicians, Carlos Boltes (viola and charango) and Scott Hill (classical guitar), have combined their talents to craft a seamless blend specializing in the rhythms and dances of South America. They have held chamber residencies at the Lyrica String Festival and at The Hartt School and are founders and artistic directors of the Simsbury Chamber Music Festival.

Jennifer Combs, cellist (guest artist)

Currently on the faculty of the Hartford Conservatory, Jennifer Combs is chair of the string department and the artistic director of the Conservatory's chamber music seminar at Music Mountain in Falls Church, Conn. She performs regularly as a chamber musician, recitalist, and soloist, is principal cellist of the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra, and is a cellist with the Hartford Symphony. A founding member of the Oberon String Quartet, Jennifer has participated in numerous chamber music festivals, including the Skaneateles Festival, the Garth Newel Music Center, and the Eastern Music Festival.