Friendly fire usually represents unintentional attacks from allies, but for Roadrunner it also means complementing and exciting each other, passion for experimentation and tradition, a meeting at the cutting edge. Engage in dialogue, even or perhaps especially when you are not united.
The theme of tradition and conflict seeps through all the music. Related cultures enriching or destroying each other and fast rhythms paired with intense lamentations.
A thematic program with a modern take on traditional music from countries including Syria, Iran, Greece, Turkey, Armenia, Bulgaria, Russia and Ukraine.
Folk music heard and played through the filter of Roadrunner, along with the trio’s own work.
The dynamic Roadrunner Trio plays, improvises, writes and commissions writing. Music that balances on the border of modern, classical and traditional. Eight years ago, as an experiment, we began playing together as a trio. Soon the unique sound combination proved to be a hit. The trio has since traveled the world to surprise audiences with their extraordinary interplay.