The Strad: Rachel Barton Pine bridges classic repertoire and contemporary realities

On April 11, the acclaimed concert violinist Rachel Barton Pine, celebrated for her dazzling technique and lustrous tone, appeared at the Los Alamos Concert Association in New Mexico, with pianist Matthew Hagle. The recital consisted of selections from Pine’s Blue Dialogues: Music by Black Composers album. It was a “high spirited and high minded” program, writes Richard Linnett for The Strad, “intentionally and cautiously hopeful in the teeth of turbulent times.”

The artist was fragile yet strong, angelic and earthy, a teacher, mother and a very bright light; she entertained her audience while teaching lessons of kindness, acceptance and healing through great music.

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