Formed in 1993 and named after the mythical half-eagle, half-lion creature that is reputed to be the guardian of treasures, the trio has garnered superlative accolades for its live performances.

Violinist Annalee Patipatanakoon, Cellist Roman Borys and Pianist Jamie Parker “have a wide reputation for brilliant interpretations” said a reviewer with the Toronto Star, which hailed the three musicians as approaching “national treasure status.”