Black Violin, the two-time Grammy-nominated duo that uses their unique blend of classical and hip-hop music to overcome stereotypes while encouraging people of all ages, races and economic backgrounds to join together to break down cultural barriers, will return to Overture Hall on Friday, April 25 at 7 p.m.
The performance showcases, brought to life by Kev Marcus and Wil Baptiste, invoke a mystifying musical fusion of exquisite classical sounds and exhilarating hip-hop beats, according to a press release from Overture Center, and their concert performance boldly merges centuries of music and unites audiences with a message of hope and possibility.
Black Violin plays roughly 200 shows a year, many of which are performances for young, low-income students in urban communities. In the last year alone, the group has played for over 100,000 students with the goal of challenging stereotypes and preconceived notions of what a “classical musician” looks and sounds like.
“The stereotypes are always there, embedded so deep in our culture,” says Baptiste in a press release. “Just by nature of our existence, we challenge those ideas. It’s a unique thing that brings people together who aren’t usually in the same room, and in the current climate, it’s good to bring people together.”
Tickets ($30-$65) are available at overture.org.
