Mandolinist Chris Thile, a charismatic prodigy, is best-known for the mainstream success of his audacious string bands Nickel Creek and the Punch Brothers. With Bach in one ear and Radiohead in the other, Thile is positioned to steward bold new directions in bluegrass. In this solo performance at the historic Carolina Theatre, he showcases sparkling original tunes alongside Bach Partitas that he transcribed for mandolin, galvanizing them all with a famously deft touch.
Chris Thile, mandolin
Sunday, November 13 • 8 pm
Carolina Theatre of Durham (309 West Morgan St.)
Tickets: $38 • $30 • $5 Duke students
Tickets for all concerts on sale through Duke Performances’ website: www.dukeperformances.org, at the Duke University Box Office on the top level of the Bryan Center, or by calling (919) 684-4444.
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