Takin’ Souls Duo

Takin’ Souls Colorado Tour 2025

  • CU Boulder – Sept 26 at 7:30 (Grusin Hall)

  • CSU Fort Collins – Sept 28 at 4:00 (Organ Hall)

  • DU Denver – Sept 29 at 7:30 (Recital Hall)

About

Takin’ Souls

Darrel Hale’s brilliant and lyrical bassoon playing coupled with Megan Ihnen’s versatile and expressive mezzo-soprano voice, creates a distinctive listening experience that honors and expands traditional chamber music paradigms. Their repertoire is characterized by a commitment to the works of living composers, reflecting their dedication to contemporary music and its evolving landscape.

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Explore our music

At the intersection of classical and contemporary classical music, Takin’ Souls shows immense dedication to artistic excellence and interpretative depth.

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  • Jenni Brandon

    “Thank you again for the gorgeous performance of Ahead of All Parting last week. It was truly a huge highlight of IDRS for me, and just so wonderful in general to have the three of you perform this work again.”

  • Mara Gibson

    “I am still trying to catch my breath after last night. Thank you for challenging me to write White Ash… The piece and your performances were so emotionally charged for me on many levels.”

Let’s Work Together

  • Book Us

    Contact us to bring our soul-stirring performances to your venue, where classical and contemporary classical audiences explore new music.

    For Presenters & Educators

  • Compose For Us

    Collaborate with Takin' Souls to create new and unique compositions that explore the dynamic interplay of voice and bassoon alone or with our collaborators.

    For Composers