East of the River
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"East of the River" is a new project conceived by internationally renowned recorder players Nina Stern and Daphna Mor. The project explores haunting and virtuosic melodies from the ancient and traditional repertories of the Balkans, Armenia and the Middle east, as well as gems of the Medieval European classical repertory. The music is arranged and interpreted by musicians whose musical backgrounds include Classical, Jazz and World music. Together they create the unique blend that is "East of the River
Stern and Mor each have impressive careers as soloists and chamber music players. They have appeared as a duo with groups as varied as The New York Philharmonic and world music ensemble Pharaoh's Daughter, in venues including Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall and Joe’s Pub.. In “East of the River” they collaborate with leading musicians including virtuoso composer/accordionist Uri Sharlin, and Yo Yo Ma's "Silk Road Ensemble" percussionist Shane Shanahan.
Performers:
Nina Stern, Daphna Mor, Recorders
Uri Sharlin, Accordion
Shane Shanahan, Percussion
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Stern and Mor each have impressive careers as soloists and chamber music players. They have appeared as a duo with groups as varied as The New York Philharmonic and world music ensemble Pharaoh's Daughter, in venues including Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall and Joe’s Pub.. In “East of the River” they collaborate with leading musicians including virtuoso composer/accordionist Uri Sharlin, and Yo Yo Ma's "Silk Road Ensemble" percussionist Shane Shanahan.
Performers:
Nina Stern, Daphna Mor, Recorders
Uri Sharlin, Accordion
Shane Shanahan, Percussion
Listen to the music here.