About us

Duo Gwynne was founded in June 2022 by violist Long Okada and flutist Nicholas Southwick, both graduates of the Royal Academy of Music, London. Passionate about cultivating deep roots in their local community, the Duo made their concert debut at the historic St. Botolph without Aldgate in the City of London, England, and subsequently enjoyed many performance engagements in various parts of London, notably celebrating the coronation of King Charles III at the Church of Holy Cross, St Pancras. 

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Now based in Boston, Massachusetts, Duo Gwynne had the privilege continue its mission of community based performance and educational projects through an Artist Fellowship with Music for Food in the concert season 2023-2024. The Duo continues to work closely with local communities and is committed not only to expanding the repertoire for flute and viola by advocating for the rediscovery and performance of works by overlooked composers, but also creating musical programs that bring the personal journey and life experience of each composer center stage, inviting diverse audiences to personally connect with the music. 

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The Duo also has a wealth of experience in presenting assemblies and masterclasses at K-12 schools and higher education institutions in order to help students learn more about using music as a driving force for social change in their local community.