The Sketchy Orkestra at Zinc Bar

The Sketchy Orkestra returns to the landmark ZINC Bar (82 W 3rd Street btwn Thompson & Sullivan) on December 30th, 2015, with a soulful evening in two sets: at 8:00 PM and 10:30 PM. This show is a thrilling tête-à-tête between the signature string ensemble and the trio. It is lead by internationally acclaimed pianist and composer Misha Piatigorsky.

Book a table at Zinc: (212) 477-9462

The Sketchy Orkestra is pioneering the sound featuring a string section in progressive arrangements. In this unconventional approach, Piatigorsky is fusing orchestral writing and provocative urban beats to create a unique soundscape. The maverick partnership takes the audience on a rollercoaster ride through a juxtaposition of musical genres....

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The Sketchy Orkestra returns to the landmark ZINC Bar (82 W 3rd Street btwn Thompson & Sullivan) on December 30th, 2015, with a soulful evening in two sets: at 8:00 PM and 10:30 PM. This show is a thrilling tête-à-tête between the signature string ensemble and the trio. It is lead by internationally acclaimed pianist and composer Misha Piatigorsky.

Book a table at Zinc: (212) 477-9462

The Sketchy Orkestra is pioneering the sound featuring a string section in progressive arrangements. In this unconventional approach, Piatigorsky is fusing orchestral writing and provocative urban beats to create a unique soundscape. The maverick partnership takes the audience on a rollercoaster ride through a juxtaposition of musical genres.

The evening will feature special guest appearances by vocalist extraordinaire Emily Braden, veteran saxophonist Dave Pietro, and NY trumpet star Tatum Greenblatt. The performance is followed by a late night jam session.

List of performers: Misha Piatigorsky (piano), Kenny Grohowski (drums), Nathan Peck (bass), Frederika Krier (violin), Ezinma Ramsay (violin), Earl Maneein (violin), Frédérique Gnaman (violin), Celia Hatton (viola), Tia Allen (viola), Leo Soeda-Robinson (cello).

About the Sketchy Orkestra: The Sketchy Orkestra is a soulful paradigm shift in modern music. Misha Piatigorsky is afforded the freedom through his writing to juxtapose Romantic European melodies and harmonies against hip-hop and jazz-rock rhythms bringing grace and emotional highs to this ensemble. Every composition is unlike any other and forces the ensemble to stretch their musical envelope.

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