Brian Prunka: Music for Oud, String Quartet and Percussion

Described as “Mesmerizing, intricate, anthemic” and “one of New York’s most eclectic, interesting oudists” (NY Music Daily), Brian Prunka has spent the last 30 years honing his brand of intricate yet lyrical compositions and reflective improvisations, drawing on his love of jazz, Arabic oud, and intimate chamber music. "The melodies are almost incredibly beautiful" (Michigan Quarterly Review) For this group, four of his regular collaborators over the past two decades—each with impeccable credentials in a multitude of traditions—form a traditional string quartet playing a set of new music composed for oud, string quartet and percussion. With Megan Gould, violin; Sarah Mueller, violin; Marandi Hostetter, viola; and Eric Allen, cello, joined by Silk Road ensemble veteran Shane Shanahan on percussion

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