“engaging music, both classic and new”

- The Oregonian

The trio poses and smiles, all wearing black, in front of a white background. From left to right: pianist Susan DeWitt Smith, Inés Voglar Belgique with her violin on her lap, and Nancy Ives with her cello propped against her.

“The group’s credentials are perfect —

Susan DeWitt Smith, Inés Voglar Belgique, and Nancy Ives are objectively some of the best musicians in Oregon.”

— Oregon ArtsWatch

With their spirited approach and harmonious connection, the Palatine Piano Trio shares memorable, heartfelt performances of engaging music, both new and old. Featuring three of Portland’s most respected musicians - violinist Inés Voglar Belgique, cellist and composer Nancy Ives, and pianist Susan DeWitt Smith - this is Oregon’s preeminent piano trio.

Harmonious • Spirited • Wholehearted • Memorable

Pianist Susan DeWitt Smith sits with her hands on her knees, wears a grey shirt and black pants, against a white background.

Susan DeWitt Smith, piano

Inés Voglar Belgique sits with her violin on her lap, wearing a white jacket and black pants against a white background.

Inés Voglar Belgique, violin

Nancy Ives sits with her cello in front of her, wearing a black blazer with black pants, against a white background.

Nancy Ives, cello

New Album Coming Soon!

Celebrated for their purposeful programming and exhilarating delivery, the Palatine Piano Trio works closely with the region’s foremost composers. The trio is working on a series of albums featuring music of the Northwest, the first of which offers premiere recordings of music by Oregon-based composer Tomas Svoboda.

"Their superb playing should make the album a winner"

- Oregon ArtsWatch

The trio stands and faces the camera, all in black dresses. From left to right: Inés Voglar Belgique with her violin in one hand, Nancy Ives with her cello in front, and pianist Susan DeWitt Smith.

Artist photos by Rachel Hadiashar