Calling themselves "Houston’s most unusual string ensemble performing all original music," Two Star Symphony is aiming for another Houston national first starting November 30: to be the only string quartet performing with a matched set of instruments created by luthier Anton Krutz of K.C. Strings.
The Russia-born Krutz, who began making violins when he was 12 years old, actually crafted the instruments from the same batch of wood and put them through the same varnishing process. But in order for Two Star Symphony to remain the only ensemble in the country playing with set of Krutz originals, they need a little help from their fellow citizens, which is why Friday's special fund-raising concert will walk you through Two Star history. The group, along with guests from the extended Two Star Symphony Orchestra, will perform music spanning their entire, all-original catalogue, including excerpts from original silent film scores.
Speaking of original film scores, as an added bonus, Two Star is releasing the DVD of The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari featuring their original score written and performed live by the full Two Star Symphony Orchestra, for $10 with ticket purchase.
Two Star Symphony
Jones Hall (University of St. Thomas): 3800 Montrose Blvd.
Friday, November 30, 2007
$20 ($13 w/ student ID), Doors @ 7:30 p.m.
Tickets available at the door.
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Photo: Two Star Symphony's MySpace.
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