One of Brattleboro's hidden arts gems is The Loft.
Directed by Todd Roach, who is one of the real good guys in our local arts scene, The Loft specializes in presenting musicians who meld influences from other musical cultures with more familiar Western styles. Roach reaches around the globe to bring performers whose music reflects Latin, Asian, Caribbean, African, Indian and many other influences, with a particular emphasis on percussion. It's a nice addition to our local arts scene.
This Friday, On Ensemble will be performing there at 8 p.m., and it looks like a concert that shouldn't be missed. On Ensemble blends Japanese drums with turntable, Western drum kit, bamboo flute, Japanese zither and Tuvan throat singing into an amazing brew. A true case of East meeting West. I can't wait to get my ears around their sound.
Admission is $12, $8 for students. Call 802-380-6360 or e-mail loftarts@yahoo.com.