String Theory

The Tokyo String Quartet is among the elder generation of string quartets, and one whose changing membership has made it even better. New York Times critic Allan Kozinn recently observed that it produces “even richer, more nimble sound than its classic lineup of the late 1970's, when the Tokyo was one of a handful of young ensembles breathing fire into the quartet world.” The group performs an all-Mozart program this weekend at the Caramoor Festival, and joins us today with a live performance. Also on the show, Brazilian vocalist Ciebelle. She serves up tropical electronica inspired by the likes of Nina Simone, Tom Jobim, Bjork, and Ella Fitzgerald, that’s a wide leap from ‘60s bossa nova.
Additional Resources:
» Caramoor Festival Web site
» Ciebelle at Joe’s Pub