Biography
TIME FOR THREE
The Grammy and Emmy-winning ensemble Time For Three (TF3) defies convention and boundaries by showcasing excellence across different genres, including classical music, Americana, and singer-songwriter. Their unique sound captivates audiences, immersing them in a musical experience that merges various eras, styles, and traditions of Western music. TF3, consisting of Charles Yang, Nicolas “Nick” Kendall, and Ranaan Meyer, combines their instruments and voices in a remarkable sound, establishing a distinct voice of expression that resonates with listeners worldwide.
TF3’s longstanding history of collaboration with contemporary classical composers continues to thrive. They have worked closely with as Chris Brubeck and Pulitzer Prize–winners William Bolcom and Jennifer Higdon. Their recent commission Contact, composed by Pulitzer Prize–winner Kevin Puts, premiered with the San Francisco Symphony and the Philadelphia Orchestra in the summer of 2022, and was released on Deutsche Grammophon under the album title Letters for the Future.
TF3 has performed at Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and Royal Albert Hall, as well as at intimate venues like Joe’s Pub and Yoshi’s. Their collaborations span a diverse range of artists, including Ben Folds, Branford Marsalis, Joshua Bell, Aoife O’Donovan, Natasha Bedingfield, and Arlo Guthrie.
TF3’s exceptional talents have not only earned them a Grammy win but also secured them an Emmy for their concert special, Time For Three In Concert, produced by PBS. Their appetite for new experiences led them to collaborate with cellist and composer Ben Sollee, creating the soundtrack for Focus Features’ film Land, directed by Robin Wright. They made their San Francisco Symphony debut in July 2006.
TF3’s longstanding history of collaboration with contemporary classical composers continues to thrive. They have worked closely with as Chris Brubeck and Pulitzer Prize–winners William Bolcom and Jennifer Higdon. Their recent commission Contact, composed by Pulitzer Prize–winner Kevin Puts, premiered with the San Francisco Symphony and the Philadelphia Orchestra in the summer of 2022, and was released on Deutsche Grammophon under the album title Letters for the Future.
TF3 has performed at Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and Royal Albert Hall, as well as at intimate venues like Joe’s Pub and Yoshi’s. Their collaborations span a diverse range of artists, including Ben Folds, Branford Marsalis, Joshua Bell, Aoife O’Donovan, Natasha Bedingfield, and Arlo Guthrie.
TF3’s exceptional talents have not only earned them a Grammy win but also secured them an Emmy for their concert special, Time For Three In Concert, produced by PBS. Their appetite for new experiences led them to collaborate with cellist and composer Ben Sollee, creating the soundtrack for Focus Features’ film Land, directed by Robin Wright. They made their San Francisco Symphony debut in July 2006.
