Brahms and the Gypsy

The complete Brahms Clarinet Quintet re-scored with santouri (cymbalom) and accordion to bring out the gypsy and Hungarian qualities of this much-loved piece of chamber music

‘Faithfully re-imagined, ZRI present one of Brahms’ best loved chamber music works, the Clarinet Quintet, in the form of a tavern ensemble of its time. Re-scored here with a santouri and accordion for the rich folk band sounds that inspired the original piece itself, ZRI weaves in gypsy and klezmer music to present a concert from a time when classical and folk came from the same place.’

Performers

ZRI (Violin, Cello, Clarinet, Accordion, Santouri)

Programme

• Brahms: Clarinet Quintet