Three Doctoral Candidates at Florida State University’s College of Music (from Brazil, Hong Kong and the Philippines) forged a fast friendship by forming a musical trio named, "The Noble Trio." They joined with other student ensembles and faculty artists to celebrate the birthday of world-renowned composer Ellen Taaffe Zwilich. Their contribution to the birthday party at Opperman Music Hall was Zwilich’s Pas de Trois. Composer Zwilich warmly praised The Noble Trio for their excellent performance.