Chimera

The duo CHIMERA was founded in 2024 by the Spanish saxophonist Juan David Toro Martín and the Swiss pianist Luc van Doornick. The ensemble has already performed in several countries, including Austria and Switzerland, and is dedicated to exploring and connecting a wide range of musical styles. The name “Chimera” refers to the hybrid creature of Greek mythology, made up of different parts – an idea our duo embodies musically.

We experiment with a broad repertoire, from music of the 17th and 18th centuries to contemporary compositions and new works. A particular focus is the reimagining of classical works, which we rearrange for saxophone and piano to highlight the expressive power and virtuosity of both instruments across different eras and genres.