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I CARE IF YOU LISTEN: New Chamber Ballet Debuts Two New Works of Stunning Athleticism and Intimacy

“Joined by violinist Madeline Hocking and pianist Melody Fader on Valentine’s Day weekend, the all-female company of dancers presented a delightful and at times frankly stunning merging of music and Magloire’s choreography.”

“One section featured Hocking in an extended violin solo, a fresh spring eruption of double stops and arpeggios performed with lyrical energy.”

-Stephanie Ann Boyd, Feb 18, 2025.

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DANCE LOG NYC: “The Mark of Quotations”
(New Chamber Ballet’s ‘STARGAZING’, Nov 2024)

“…yearning chords and shivering glissandos, beginning with meandering piano played by Sophiko Simsive and tight scales on the violin from Madeline Hocking.”
-Leigh Witchel, January 2025.

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OBERON’S GROVE: “Noise Catalogue + Knox Peters”

“Bright and engaging”
“A wonderful and exceptionally creative night of music”
-Lili Tobias, June 2024

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NEW YORK CONCERT REVIEW: “Noise Catalogue + Knox Peters in Review”

“It is important that there are individuals and ensembles willing to push the envelope, and Noise Catalogue has my respect for their commitment to their mission.”
"…great energy and commitment.”
”Ms. Hocking has talent as a composer."
-Jeffrey William, June 2024

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NEW YORK CONCERT REVIEW: ‘The Dwight and Ursula Mamlok Foundation Presents The 2023 Mamlok Prize for Interpreters of Contemporary Music Award Concert in Review’

“Ms. Hocking is a sensitive artist, who painted a picture of serene beauty in her playing… It was enchanting.”
“These are exceptional musicians who are wholly committed to advancing the cause of contemporary music.”
“Highly energetic… fascinating…compelling”
“The overflowing crowd, with at least ten people left standing for the entirety of the concert, was vociferously supportive of the composers and artists.”
“…the audience roared its approval.”

-Jeffrey Williams, January 2024

OPERAWIRE: Kravis Nightcap Series 2023

“Madeline Hocking began the evening’s performances as she played her violin while making her way to the front of the studio. The audience was immediately immersed in her rich textures.”
-Jennifer Pyron, May 2023

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OBERON’S GROVE: Noise Catalogue @ Sō Percussion Studio

“The result was fantastic - the style went from a kind of minimalist ostinato to virtuosic melody and back, expertly supported by the electronics and marimba, and played incredibly by Hocking on violin.”
-Shoshana Klein, April 2023

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POWELL RIVER PEAK: Talent Shines at Provincial Festival

“After competing on June 7, the Schweitzer-Hocking Trio took home first place medals in the Intermediate Chamber Group category. This was the trio’s fifth year competing at the provincial level and its first win, although it went home with the title of runner-up or honourable mention after each of its past visits.”

“Over the past year, the Schweitzer-Hocking Trio has been busy performing at various competitions and events, including opening for Trio Accord at Academy Hall this past November. In March, the group competed in the Young Musicians Chamber Music Competition in Vancouver, organized by the Friends of Chamber Music Society.”

-Andy Rice, June 2011

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PROMO REEL: Telematic Collisions with Trevor New

A live-networked concert series occurring both in-person and online, featured interactive elements and augmented reality. Trevor New and Madeline Hocking (Enjinn Arts) improvise, perform, teach, and guide the audience through these collaborative events.