Palaver Strings

TWO NIGHTS – TWO DIFFERENT SHOWS!

Night 1 will showcase Palaver members solo and in small chamber ensembles. Night 2 will feature the full Palaver Strings ensemble and special guests – jazz pianist Chris Pattishall and South African vocalist Vuyo Sotashe.

Palaver Strings is a musician-led string ensemble and nonprofit organization based in Portland, ME. For ten years, their mission has been to strengthen and inspire community through music. with a musician-led model, Palaver’s members share artistic and administrative leadership, guided by a passion for engaging new audiences, addressing social justice issues, and amplifying underrepresented voices.

From the Artists:

We were trained to play behind closed doors, in formal halls, for a select few who already “get it.” Once we saw how powerful music can be in hospitals, classrooms, shelter, and parks, we asked ourselves why we play and what music is for:

Music warms our hearts and minds.

Music meets us where we are.

Music thrives in dusty barns and empty warehouses.

Music crosses genres and breaks down barriers.

Music lifts up unheard voices and untold stories

Music responds to a changing world.

Music invites us all in.

So come on in.