The TransAtlantic Ensemble is the duo of clarinetist Mariam Adam and pianist Evelyn Ulex, collaborating with other musicians. They are transatlantic not only in the sense that Adam is of American origin and Ulex is European, but also that both have pursued careers on both sides of the great ocean. Adam was born in Monterey, California. She has divided her time between New York and Paris, and between classical music and jazz. Ulex, a native of Berlin, won national festivals in Dresden and Leipzig as a youth, later moving to New York. The TransAtlantic Ensemble gave its first performances in 2005. By the duo's own proclamation it "is redefining classical music, making it accessible and relevant to our times. By adding elements of jazz and Latin music, they create a global sound that everyone can relate to." The Transatlantic Ensemble released its debut album, Havana Moon, in 2016.