MaKa Ensemble

MaKa Ensemble, born in the autumn of 2023, is a vibrant collaboration of two longtime friends and chamber music enthusiasts, Martin Quéméneur and Kamil El-Ahmadieh. Their shared love for the art form blossomed during their studies at The Sibelius Academy in Helsinki, where their musical journey rooted.

Distinguished by a diverse repertoire that not only encompasses original compositions for saxophone and piano but also showcases a myriad of arrangements, MaKa Ensemble captivates audiences with the rich tapestry of colours and expressions the duo brings to its performances. Their musical personality is defined by a constant exploration of the various facets and potential of the ensemble.

Under the musical guidance of pianist Tuomas Turriago and through enriching masterclasses with esteemed musicians such as Joonatan Rautiola, Nicolas Herrouët, Marko Hilpo and others, MaKa Ensemble developed their artistic maturity during their formative years at the Sibelius Academy. This period of mentorship and exploration has played a key role in shaping the ensemble’s distinctive musical identity.