The Brooklyn Rider Almanac - Brooklyn Rider [2LP Import]

The Brooklyn Rider Almanac is an ambitious and innovative project from the acclaimed string quartet Brooklyn Rider, featuring a year-long musical journey through the seasons. This double vinyl import edition showcases the quartet's adventurous programming and virtuosic performances, blending contemporary classical works with traditional and world music influences.

Released in August 2015, this album features collaborations with diverse composers and musicians, reflecting Brooklyn Rider's commitment to expanding the string quartet repertoire. The quartet's dynamic interpretations and fearless exploration of new musical territories make this a standout recording. A must-have for fans of contemporary chamber music and innovative string quartet performances.

Track Listings

Disc 1

1. Necessary Henry!
2. Maintenance Music
3. Morris Dance
4. Dig the Say
5. Show Me
6. The Haring Escape

Disc 2

1. Exit
2. Quartet, Parts One & Two
3. Five-Legged Cat
4. Simpson's Gap
5. Ping Pong Fumble Thaw
6. Tralala
7. John Steinbeck