And now for something completely different…
Above, the Wiener Celloensemble 5 + 1–“an untraditional cello ensemble” founded by the Vienna Philharmonic’s Gerhard Kaufmann–presents an unconventional performance of Ravel’s “Bolero.” It’s minimalist, in a certain way. Four musicians. One instrument. And nothing more…
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The high part is being played below the bridge. That bridge looks awfully high. Maybe it was moved up to get the proper note below the bridge, and then the cello retuned?