Mandolin Maestro Chris Thile Celebrates Bach at UW

Dana Wen — Fri, 04 Oct 2013 18:00:16 +0000

On Tuesday, mandolinist Chris Thile brought a unique mix of Bach, bluegrass, and original compositions to the UW's Meany Hall. The concert was the first stop in Thile's tour to promote his new album, a compilation of Bach violin works performed on the mandolin.

What We’re Hearing This Month: Classical Music Picks for October

Dana Wen — Mon, 30 Sep 2013 16:22:52 +0000

Just as the blustery, wet weather is making us want to scuttle to the nearest concert hall, the October calendar looks like it's filling up with an impressive list of appearances by some of classical music's biggest names. The coming month is also burgeoning with performances by local artists and ensembles as well.

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Mandolin Maestro Chris Thile Celebrates Bach at UW

What We’re Hearing This Month: Classical Music Picks for October