"The duo dazzled a packed audience with their impeccable technique and, it has to be said, glamorous stagecraft with works that ranged from the Baroque to the 21st century, including two by contemporary Australian composers." – Steve Moffatt, Limelight 

Latvian natives, violinist Kristīne and cellist Margarita Balanas have quickly earned an international reputation as critically-acclaimed soloists in the vanguard of classical music. The sisters’ unique and visionary approach has penetrated the industry, paving the way for a new scene in classical music, and the duo have been praised on global scale for their revolutionary ideas and projects. Together, Kristīne and Margarita have set a new precedent in the field, and their impressive pedigree is a testament to their contributions to classical music.

Margarita and Kristīne Balanas, recently concluded a highly successful Australian tour, performing in some of the country’s most prestigious venues. Their concerts at the Sydney Opera House, Melbourne Recital Centre, Snow Concert Hall in Canberra, and North Baroque Hall in Adelaide, among others, were met with sold-out audiences and critical acclaim. The sisters’ exceptional artistry and seamless musical synergy captivated listeners, earning rave reviews from major publications such as The Age, Limelight, and The Sydney Morning Herald. Their performances were further recognized through features on prominent platforms, including ABC Classic Drive Live – Studio Performance & Interview, 2MBS Fine Music, Eastside FM Sydney, and 5MBS Adelaide. "Such an engrossing study of contrasts can only raise the hope that these consummate musicians will soon return."– Tony Way, The Age (★★★★★)

They have dazzled audiences with their virtuosic splendour in venues including Berliner Philharmonie, Royal Albert Hall, Royal Festival Hall, Wigmore Hall, Tel Aviv Museum of Art, Barbican Centre, Carnegie Hall and Foundation Louis Vuitton. Most recently they performed as part of Dresdner Musikfestspiele "Night of the Young Stars’’, and Moritzburg Festival.

They have performed for the BBC Radio 3’s In Tune, BBC One’s The One Show and Classic FM. Together with their violinist brother Roberts, they founded Balanas Classical – promoting classical music through innovative concerts, projects and charity masterclasses for young musicians.

Balanas sisters have performed for dignitaries and royalty, including HRH Prince Charles and Her Majesty Queen Sofia of Spain.