As we continue our celebration of Black History Month on VPM Music, Mike Goldberg sat down with pianist, curator and host Lara Downes to discuss her latest release "Reflections: Scott Joplin Reconsidered." In this project, Lara collaborates with baritone Will Liverman, violinist Adam Abeshouse, the Brooklyn Youth Chorus and Joe Brent (on mandolin and vihuela).
Justice album and it s definitely worth spotlighting.
Lauren Desberg is providing the vocals for this cover while Kristine Kruta (Musical Director & Cello), Maria Im (Concert Mistress & Violin), Katie Jacoby (Violin & Soloist), Chiara Fasi (Violin), Molly Fletcher (Violin), Laura Sacks (viola), Tia Allen (viola), Adi Meyerson (upright bass), and Rosie Slater (percussion) round out this performance.
Recorded in a decommissioned Brooklyn church, the Pierre Piscitelli arrangements of the beloved thrash melodies transform the song, giving it a soaring and sweeping feel. Take a listen in the player below. The Shortest Straw initially appeared on Metallica s fourth studio album,
And Justice for All.