Pianist

Trio Abril is a chamber music project co-founded by Juana Palop in 2022 with Arno Bornkamp and pianist Frank van de Laar. The group was born out of a long-standing musical connection with Arno and a shared desire to explore saxophone and piano repertoire in a new way. The trio format allows for both soloistic expression and the intimacy of chamber music. With Frank, they found an outstanding and committed pianist with a like-minded musical vision. Together, they are committed to discovering new repertoire, creating arrangements, and commissioning works to expand the saxophone’s role in chamber music.

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Trio Abril (feat. Arno Bornkamp)

Royal Northern College of Music

Netherlands-based saxophone ensemble Trio Abril brings its unique take on the traditional piano trio to Baton Rouge with a chamber concert perfect for the intimate setting of St. Alban's Chapel. Trio Abril is led by Dutch saxophonist Arno Bornkamp, who is celebrated for his virtuosic lyricism, his commitment to both historic and contemporary repertoire, and his influential role as a teacher at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. Joining him are Frank van de Laar (piano) and Juani Palop (saxophones), presenting an exciting program you won't want to miss.

Trio Abril, Guest Artist Recital

St Alban's Chapel

Guest Artist Masterclass- Frank van de Laar, piano

Florida State University

The members of Trio Abril Arno Bornkamp (saxophone), Juana Palop Tecles (saxophone), and Frank van de Laar (piano) will host a masterclass in Nutt Auditorium from 1:00pm-1:50pm on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

Trio Abril's masterclass is a part of UM Music's Saxophone Chamber Music Extravaganza. Special thanks to Access and Engagement Programming Fund, Music Department, Lecture Series for sponsosring this event.

Pianist

Frank van de Laar

Events

Past events

Nov 8, 2026

Trio Abril (feat. Arno Bornkamp) · Royal Northern College of Music

Feb 25, 2026

Trio Abril, Guest Artist Recital · LSU School of Music

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