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We are proud to present The SHARDS DUO in concert on
June 14, 2026 at 3:00 pm in the Sanctuary.
THE SHARDS DUO’S (Sean Charles and Wesley Rhodes) MISSION IS TO EXPAND AND BROADEN THE CLARINET AND PERCUSSION REPERTOIRE BY SHARING NEW MUSICAL EXPERIENCES WITH OUR COMMUNITY. WE STRIVE TO PROVIDE ENGAGING PERFORMANCES, CREATIVE COLLABORATIONS WITH ALL ARTISTS, AND COMMISSION ORIGINAL MUSIC.
Click HERE to watch the Shards Duo on YouTube.
Sean Charles
Is a performer and educator of the percussive arts.
While classically trained, Sean’s performance roots lie in the marching arts — a path that took him to top Drum Corps International ensembles such as the Madison Scouts and the Boston Crusaders. From age 17, he’s been coaching Connecticut’s marching arts community, shaping ensembles and individual players with a focus on front ensemble and battery percussion. His work blends rigorous technique with creative energy, producing musicians who perform with precision and passion.
Sean currently freelances in the Northeast and performs with several ensembles, including the Greater Bridgeport Symphony Orchestra, the Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra, the New Haven Oratorio Choir, and the New Haven Concert Choral, among others.
He currently holds a Master of Music degree from the University of Kansas, where he studied with renowned percussionist Sam Um. Sean is proud to be an endorsed Innovative Percussion Artist.
Wesley Rhodes
is an accomplished clarinetist based in Kansas. He focuses on electroacoustic performance,
using DAWs, MAX patches, and guitar pedals. His aesthetic explores dark, heavy
soundscapes, mixed with ethereal and whimsical charm. The goal is to present music that is
thought-provoking for audiences of all musical backgrounds.
He is currently a doctoral student at the University of Kansas, where he also manages the student audio engineers for Swarthout Recital Hall. He educates students and faculty alike in the ever-advancing ways of music technology. His research aims to incorporate lighting into his performances by creating a DIY light controller pedal.
He also freelances in eastern Kansas and the Kansas City area. He has performed in productions of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker with the Lawrence Arts Center. He also substitutes in the Topeka Symphony Orchestra.
This program is open to everyone.
A free will donation will be appreciated.
