The Hermes Experiment is an ensemble of four young professional musicians passionate about contemporary and experimental music, inspired to create something innovative and unique.

Based in London, The Hermes Experiment comprises Héloïse Werner (soprano), Oliver Pashley (clarinet), Marianne Schofield (double bass) and Anne Denholm (harp), who met whilst studying music at Cambridge University. Capitalising on their deliberately idiosyncratic combination of instruments, the ensemble performs a variety of experimental compositions and arrangements, as well as venturing into live free improvisation.

The Hermes Experiment seeks to promote contemporary composers, regularly commissioning new works. The ensemble also strives to create a platform for collaboration with other artists, and future plans include a ‘musical exhibition’ with photographer, Thurstan Redding.

The Hermes Experiment are winners of the Nonclassical Battle of the Bands 2014, and took part in the 2014 UK Young Artists Festival in Leicester.