Celebrated for their “breathtaking precision” and “lovely long lines” (composer Catherine McMichael), Patagonia Winds has captivated audiences across D.C., Maryland and Virginia since 2010.
The quintet specializes in thoughtful, high-quality programming that celebrates living, local and historically underrepresented composers. With engaging commentary and educational outreach, Patagonia Winds brings depth, warmth and inclusivity to every performance.
Featured as Resident Woodwind Ensemble at Washington Adventist University in 2021-2022, Patagonia Winds has performed concerts and children’s educational programs at venues throughout the greater Washington, D.C. area, including the Strathmore Mansion, the Lyceum, Fairfax Old Town Hall, Hillwood Museum, Buckingham’s Choice, and the Horowitz Center at Howard Community College.
Concert series appearances include the Chalice Concert Series, Concerts at St. Luke’s, Takoma Park Arts, Concerts at Good Shepherd, Listen Local, and the Chincoteague Cultural Alliance, among others.
Other featured recitals include programs for the 2015 National Flute Association Convention in Washington, D.C., and at the 2020 Mid-Atlantic Flute Convention.
Committed to promoting chamber music by emerging Mid-Atlantic composers, Patagonia Winds has commissioned pieces by Jasmine Arielle Barnes, Andrew John Kosinski and Alexandra Molnar-Suhajda.
The group is featured on two tracks on composer Garth Baxter’s album Ask of Me What the Birds Sang (Navona Records, 2022).
“Thanks for doing such an amazing job with ‘Three Nature Walks,’ that was absolutely the best performance of any piece I have ever had. You are an amazing group. It was incredible musicianship! Thank you so, so much.”
– Alexandra Molnar-Suhajda, Composer
Patagonia Winds is also available for private events. Let us work with you to create the perfect ambiance for your wedding, party, ceremony, reception or other special occasion!
“Music by Patagonia Winds added so much to our wedding ceremony!
They were very accommodating and were willing to locate the hard-to-find songs that we wanted. Their musicality and professionalism helped make our ceremony meaningful and joyous.
We are so pleased.”
– Sarah G., bride