The Amael Piano Trio was established in October 1999. Stunning virtuosos and internationally acclaimed, award-winning artists, the pianist Tatjana Ognjanovič, violinist Volodja Balzalorsky and cellist Damir Hamidulin perform as soloists or as members of diverse chamber ensembles. Also holding teaching positions, they are active in Slovenia and abroad. Boasting a twelve-year history of appearances and tours of Europe and the USA, the trio has gained international prominence as a chamber ensemble which also plays new Slovenian music. Its international reputation has recently been solidified at various prestigious festivals.