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      • An emerging contemporary indie-folk duo with snug harmonies and cozy vibes.

        Imaginary Expedition is a cross-border collaboration between Boston's Glyph Greenleaf and Toronto's Victoria Dobbs. The duo met—guitar in hand—shortly after Glyph completed his Bachelor of Music at New England Conservatory in Boston, MA.

        When they began writing together, they were compelled toward memorable melodies and moving lyrics that reward listeners with timeless stories. They naturally settled into a sound that takes the intricate melodies and structures of classical music, and combines them with familiar folk harmonies. The result is a classically-informed contemporary indie-folk vocal duo with irresitible cozy vibes, snug harmonies, and enchanting counterpoint—it's both musically interesting and easy to listen to.

        So, take off your shoes, and let the music lead you on an Imaginary Expedition.

      • "The duo’s sound combines counterpoint vocals with intricate instrumental work. Glyph’s classical influences shine through his guitar playing, while Victoria’s melodies bring a contemporary edge. Glyph’s use of the recorder adds a distinctive texture, elevating their arrangements beyond traditional folk conventions."

        - Kurt Hauswirth, NPR Upper Great Lakes News, Music, and Arts & Culture

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        Sat May 10, 2025

        Noon-1:00pm

        Somerville Porchfest!

        West Zone: 41 Corinthian Rd. Somerville, MA

        Right outside of Davis Square (between Broadway and Holland)

        RSVP on Facebook
      • "The message is so pure and sweet ... the melodies have a slightly madrigal flavor ... gorgeous!"

        - SongDoor 2024

      • Live instrumentation lineup

        Here's what to expect when you see Imaginary Expedition perform

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        Guitar and Voice

        Glyph plays classical guitar in a lap playing position, while he and Victoria take turns alternating lead vocals, harmonies, and counterpoint.

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        Recorder and Ukulele

        Victoria grooves on tenor ukulele while Glyph plays tunes and improvisations on a modern, three-octave recorder.

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        Juggling

        Glyph is a world-class juggler, and is known to keep changeovers exciting by tossing around a few clubs, balls, or even instruments.

      • Which instruments do you play in Imaginary Expedition?

      • Victoria

        Voice

        Tenor Ukulele

        Glyph

        Voice

        Classical Guitar

        Recorder
        Piano

        Mandolin

        U-Bass

         

        SPONSOR ALERT:

        If you buy Glyph a Mandola of his choosing, Imaginary Expedition will feature it on our next record in a song dedicated to you.

         

         

      • What else do you contribute to the project?

      • Victoria

        Songwriting

        Lyrics

         

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        Graphic Design

        Social Media

        Web Design

        Copywriting

        Marketing

        Operations

        Glyph

        Songwriting

        Lyrics

        Composition and Arrangement

         

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        Recording / Mixing / Mastering

        Teaching / Workshop Development

        Visual Art / Illustration

        Video Editing

        Juggling

      • Who writes your songs?

      • Glyph and Victoria

        We are equal-part writers in all of Imaginary Expedition's songs.

      • Where are you from?

      • Victoria

        Grew up smack dab in the middle of downtown Toronto, ON.

         

        Spent a few years living in San Francisco, CA.

         

        Canadian Citizen and United States Permanent Resident.

         

        Can legally work, live, and perform in Canada and the United States.

        Glyph

        Grew up in a town you've never heard of in the northeastern United States.

         

        Moved to Boston, MA to earn a Bachelor's of Music at New England Conservatory.

         

        American Citizen.

         

        Can legally perform in Canada and the United States.

      • Glyph and Victoria travel between Boston and Toronto (and beyond!) to make music together.

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