Isla Ren brings silence to the forefront of trumpet performance. Her ambient-influenced ballads feel like whispered confessions carried on wind. Combining minimalist phrasing with deep emotional storytelling, she redefines what it means to play “softly but powerfully.”
She began her journey in classical conservatories but grew disillusioned with rigid structures. Turning to ambient producers and slowcore influences, she started composing trumpet pieces that let space and breath do most of the talking.
Her debut work Stillness Studies is a series of trumpet meditations on grief, healing, and inner peace. Critics praised her restraint and subtlety—each note carefully chosen, never rushed.
As a teacher, Isla encourages students to listen deeply and trust silence. Her approach centers presence, sensitivity, and emotional clarity over technical flash.