HappyFriday Obots! I always thought there was a difference in the instrument known as the violin and the instrument known as the fiddle. Guess what? There isn't. Its the same instrument, the difference is simply in what you're playing. Fiddlers play folk, country and blues. … [Read more...] about Friday Open Thread: African-American Violinists
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Monday Open Thread: African-American Violinists
Good Morning Obots! This week we will take a look at accomplished African-american violinists in different genres. Today's genre: Hip-hop! Nuttin' But Stringz, also known as N.B.S., consists of brothers Damien and Tourie Escobar who both play violin. The musicians from Jamaica, Queens play a blend of classical, hip-hop, jazz and R&B. … [Read more...] about Monday Open Thread: African-American Violinists