Silkroad Ensemble: Percussion All-Stars

All-star percussionists of Silkroad present an evening of musical storytelling through the exchange of rhythm, pulse, and melody from different musical traditions around the world. The program features virtuoso performances showcasing each artist’s mastery, cultural heritage, and unique artistry, with a focus on both traditional works and their own original compositions. It also includes a special performance of “And The Walls Became The World All Around,” a work by Grammy-winning bassist, Silkroad member, and composer Edward Pérez, inspired by Maurice Sendak’s beloved children’s book Where the Wild Things Are.

ABOUT SILKROAD
Yo-Yo Ma conceived Silkroad in 1998, recognizing the historical Silk Road as a model for radical cultural collaboration—for the exchange of ideas, tradition, and innovation across borders. In an innovative experiment, he brought together musicians from the lands of the Silk Road to co-create a musical language founded in difference, thus creating the foundation of Silkroad: both a touring ensemble comprised of world-class musicians from all over the globe and an organization working to make a positive impact across borders through the arts. Today, under the leadership of Artistic Director Rhiannon Giddens, Silkroad leads initiatives and educational programming alongside the creation of new music by the Grammy Award-winning Silkroad Ensemble. For more information, please visit Silkroad.org.