Biography

One of the UK’s leading young chamber duos KairosDuo, is a dynamic small ensemble for percussion and saxophone showcasing their vivacious performance style and artistry through modern classical and contemporary repertoire, as they strive to reimagine the traditional chamber music concert experience.  The Duo’s vision is to reshape the future of chamber music through their innovative performances featuring new music and reimagined classics of a vast variety of styles and genres. KairosDuo formed in 2019 after meeting at the Royal Northern College of Music.

Tom (percussion) and Carys (saxophone) both graduated from the RNCM in 2024 with MMus Distinctions, and have since enjoyed busy careers as professional freelance musicians and solo artists. New music is vital to the essence of KairosDuo, who have commissioned and premiered several new works alongside exploring the world of electro-acoustic improvisation and performance.  As a duo, they have recorded new works for the ensemble at the famous Abbey Road Studios, given world and UK premiere performances of works by Jenni Watson, Jos Cole, Greg Simon and Steve Danyew, as well as re-arranging much-loved repertoire for the unique and rare instrument combination. They have performed at reputable UK music venues including the International Anthony Burgess Foundation and the Buxton Opera House.

About Carys:

Carys Nunn is a John Fewkes Scholar, and previously tutored by pioneering saxophone educators Rob Buckland, Carl Raven and Tim McAllister. She has enjoyed exploring and experimenting with the fusion and performance of multiple music genres, including jazz, classical and folk. She made her Wigmore Hall debut in 2023 performing music by composer-in-focus David Horne - a highlight musical experience.  She has also appeared at a number of high profile venues and events, including the European Saxophone Congress, The Bridgewater Hall, Nottingham Symphony Hall and Matt and Phreds Jazz Club.

About Tom:

Tom Hall is a previous Britten Pears Young Artist, and enjoys working with orchestras and ensembles across the country including The Hallé, Opera North, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, British Sinfonietta, Northern Opera Group, NEW Sinfonia, Ensemble 360 and Birmingham Contemporary Music Group. He is an avid soloist, and has been successful in a number of competitions including winning the ‘International Young Musician of the Future’ Llangollen Eistedfodd, the ‘UK Young Musician of the Year’ competition and 2nd prize at the ‘International Young Percussionist’ competition.