The Bay Area-based Kronos Quartet is known for its innovative approach to string music. In this concert, Kronos uses its powers to break down barriers by taking aim at Donald Trump’s 2017 executive orders restricting travel from predominantly Muslim-majority countries. Drawing from the musical traditions of Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen, Kronos weaves existing repertoire together with newly commissioned works and collaborations for a program titled “Music for Change: The Banned Countries.” Even though people can’t always travel freely, music often finds a way to transcend borders.
Kronos Quartet
Sat, 7:30pm, $32+
Bing Concert Hall, Stanford University
