City String Ensemble Anime Music Performance in London

Date: 2023 September 21 17:19

Posted by Joe

The good folks from City String Ensemble have sent us details about an up coming performance. City String Ensemble: Best of Anime which is set to run at EartH (Evolutionary Arts Hackney) in London on Sunday 3rd December 2023.

They promise an evening of iconic melodies from Studio Ghibli to the adrenaline-pumping beats of Attack on Titan. To get a feel for their performances take a look at their Eventbrite listing which includes links to their Spotify Anime EP along with some other samples on their YouTube Channel.

We've heard anime music played by live string quartets before and it is something special. If you're a fan of anime music or classical music, there's plenty to enjoy.

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Press release as follows:



CITY STRING ENSEMBLE "Best of Anime" Live Concert

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

City String Ensemble Presents: "Best of Anime" - A Unique Live Concert Experience LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - On December 3rd, London's most sought-after multi-genre string quartet, City String Ensemble, is set to host an unforgettable evening for anime enthusiasts at an art deco converted cinema with amphitheatre seating in East London.

Renowned for their exceptional renditions of music from the popular and anime genres, this versatile group of classically-trained musicians will transport the audience through anime soundscapes, with both beloved classics and contemporary favourites performed in a concert aptly titled, "Best of Anime." With music selections from their highly acclaimed "Best of Anime" EP to Joe Hisaishi's enchanting scores of the iconic Studio Ghibli movies, City String Ensemble has meticulously curated a programme that captures the soul of the anime genre.

An ensemble that boasts a progressive approach to classical string playing, City String Ensemble invites audiences to experience a performance unlike other classical concerts. With a more informal and inclusive performance (bar open throughout), audiences will have the unique opportunity to choose what music is performed on the night.

"We're excited to bring our vision of combining progressive classical performance with the beloved genre of anime to the heart of London. Our aim is to offer both die-hard anime fans and classical music lovers a fresh experience," said Sophie Poteratchi, Founder & Violinist of City String Ensemble.

EVENT DETAILS
Date: 3 December 2023
Venue: Evolutionary Arts Hackney (EartH Theatre)
Tickets: https://city-string-ensemble-best-of-anime.eventbrite.co.uk