Wednesday, March 5, 2008

Classically Influenced

Hip-hop artists create deep bass samples combined with traditional orchestral sounds all the time. These guys do that too, but instead of generating the compositions on a synthesizer, they play it on their violins themselves.

Black Violin is a fresh breath of classical air.

The trio of Kev Marcus, Wil B aka Simply Sick, and DJ TK create melodic sounds of jazz infused rap with a hint of R&B. The unique style is actually an entirely new genre of hip-hop altogether and their delivery is exceptional. These three gentlemen have created the ultimate synergy between classical and Hip-Hop music.

So go check them out already, it’s free!

As part of the ASAP concert series, The Black Violin will perform in the Lory Student Center Theater (on the main level) on Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. Don’t forget it’s a FREE show.

The groups rise popularity rose on May 21, 2005, when the two classically trained musicians took home the title 2005 Apollo Legends which catapulted them instantly to international fame.

Kev Marcus, and Wil b, both graduates of Dillard Performing Arts High School, used their musical talents to earn full scholarships to college. Now Black Violin wants to make sure that America's young people get the same exposure to the arts, and therefore the same opportunity that they did. Go check these guys out!

Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Bariolages

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