Join us on Zoom for Parlor Broadcasts with The Westerlies, the acclaimed New York-based brass quartet known for "folk-like and composerly, lovely and intellectually rigorous” music (NPR Music).
In lieu of their originally scheduled BAC Salon concerts in the John Cage & Merce Cunningham Studio, the members of The Westerlies—childhood friends Riley Mulherkar (trumpet), Chloe Rowlands (trumpet), Andy Clausen (trombone), and Willem de Koch (trombone)—will broadcast live two evenings of conversation.
On May 1, the musicians will talk about the group’s origins and share songs from the newly released album "Wherein Lies the Good,” which incorporates folk music, gospel music, hymns, and original songs. On May 8, the members will discuss their influences, and share tracks showcasing the ensemble’s unique approach to adapting and arranging music from various sources, such as solo piano, voice and cello, and a cappella.

The Westerlies
The Westerlies are a New York-based brass quartet comprised of childhood friends from Seattle: Riley Mulherkar and Chloe Rowlands on trumpet, and Andy Clausen and Willem de Koch on trombone.
Photos: Shervin Lainez