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Second Inversion: Stories From the Silk Road – Saturday, June 7 | 9pm
June 2, 2025
The Silkroad Ensemble, founded by cellist Yo-Yo Ma in 1998, brings together musicians from around the globe. Photo by Noir Prism.
It’s an ensemble that began with a simple idea: bring together people and instruments from around the world, and hear what music emerges.
This Saturday on Second Inversion: Stories from the Silk Road. Named for the trade routes that connected East and West, the Silkroad Ensemble has been bridging the cultural divide through music for over 25 years. We trace the trade routes on this week’s episode, with musical jewels from Mongolia, Taiwan, Iran, and beyond.
To listen, tune in to Classical KING on Saturday, June 7 at 9pm PT.