Founded in 2007, the String Orchestra of Brooklyn has become an integral part of New York City’s vibrant and diverse musical landscape, bringing together creative instrumentalists, composers, and like-minded organizations and ensembles to collaborate on adventurous musical projects and present them to the public at an affordable price.
The String Orchestra of Brooklyn‘s annual String Theories Festival focuses on music for strings written in the 21st century. This year’s festival opens with a double bill of chamber ensembles that push the boundaries of traditional chamber music to include influences of jazz, noise, and metal.
Tuesday, April 9th
SEVEN)SUNS and Gabriel Zucker
SEVEN)SUNS is a string quartet that plays dystopian music rooted in the language of avant metal and hardcore. Gabriel Zucker presents the first full performance of his England suite.
Wednesday, April 10th
The String Orchestra of Brooklyn presents J. G. Thirlwell, John King, and Lisa Renée Coons
