The Gichigami Trio is violinist Laurie Bastian, cellist Josh Aerie, and pianist Sam Black. Formed in 2006, the Gichigami have quickly established themselves throughout the northern Midwest, with concert appearances at the Bayfield (Mostly) Schubert Festival, American Guild of Organists, Matinee Musicale, and Northshore Chamber Society. The Trio enjoys exploring new music and delights audiences with adventuresome programming combining contemporary works with staples of the piano trio repertoire. All three members live in Duluth and are established teachers and solo recitalists.