Vientos Dulces Quartet
Julie Park, clarinet
Tyler Armenta, clarinet
Francisco Javier "Paco" de Alba, clarinet
Julia Lougheed, bass clarinet
Heralded for their chemistry on stage, Vientos Dulces is a clarinet quartet based in Phoenix, Arizona. The group was formed in 2016 while its members were pursuing graduate degrees at Arizona State University. The ensemble delivers powerful performances of music in various styles, but has a particular passion for new music as well as works by Latin American composers. The group prides itself on high performance standards and individual levels of talent. Vientos Dulces members have won competitions, earned grants, and been awarded scholarships for their levels of individual artistry. They can be seen performing in many artistic venues in Phoenix, including appearances at the ASU Art Museum and the Tempe Center for the Arts.
