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Black Violin at Merriam Theater
Courtesy of | Posted on July 16, 2018
Where
Merriam Theater
260 S Broad St
Philadelphia, PA
Map
(215) 893-1999
When
Sat, October 27, 2018
8:00 pm
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Musicians
About
“A stereotype is an often unclear and untrue belief” says one; “a standardized mental picture” echoes another. The opening and title track to Stereotypes, the major-label debut by Black Violin, serves as a mission statement for an ambitious and groundbreaking group. Wil Baptise (viola) and Kev Marcus (violin) are a string duo from Florida with equal footing in the worlds of classical music and hip-hop. Though they have been playing together since high school, with Stereotypes, they take a great leap forward, from admirable rarities to significant innovators. Black Violin is the blend of classical, hip-hop, rock, R&B, and bluegrass music. Live, they are accompanied by their incredible band, featuring ace turntable whiz DJ SPS and a drummer. Named one of the hottest bands at SXSW in 2013, Black Violin was invited to perform at Bonnaroo and returned to SXSW this year to SRO crowds....