Most bands who play at the Crafthouse in Pittsburgh include a guitarist, bassist, and drummer. Rarely does a classical string instrument join that lineup.  On March 13, violinist Mia Asano arrived ...

The music of bands marching down Beech Street, coupled with flashing lights and loud sirens, are sure signs that the St.

When you're in a world-class chamber group like The Calidore String Quartet in Delaware, each instrument carries a colorful ...

A bicycle wheel with guitar strings, a touch-operated synth, and the “Demon Box” were just a few of the new instruments on show at Georgia Tech’s Guthman Musical Instrument Competition this weekend.

The Jupiter String Quartet seemed to enter a private world together while performing on Thursday, telling stories as if possessed.

Antranig Kzirian, an accomplished oud performer, attorney, educator and lifelong community activist, delivered an illuminating lecture at the Crescenta Valley Armenian Community Center on Armenian ...

During Women’s History Month, the D.C.-based String Queens reflect on their journey as Black women in music, blending genres, teaching future musicians, honoring their predecessors, and performing for ...

Every once in a while, a single instrument arrives and rewrites the rules. Not just for music, but for culture itself. Think about it. A strip of brass and a few keys gave birth to jazz. A solid block ...

Music has a magical way of touching our hearts. For thousands of years, humans have created different tools to make beautiful sounds. Some instruments are played by blowing into them, some by hitting ...

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Vernon native Nick Piccininni says it all began the first time her heard a banjo; Piccininni takes the Stanley Stage with Yonder Mountain String Band this Thu., Feb. 5. Vernon native's 6 years, 3 ...

The Ravanahatha is one of the oldest bowed string instruments in the world. It is made from a coconut shell resonator, a bamboo neck, and a horsehair bow. This combination produces a raw, haunting ...