Piano and percussion quartet Yarn/Wire is the first-place finalist of the 2016 M-Prize Competition’s Open Division. The ensemble is dedicated to expanding the repertoire written for its unique instrumentation, through commissions and collaborative initiatives. Influenced by its members’ experiences with classical music, avant-garde theatre, and rock music, the ensemble champions a varied and probing repertoire. This event is part of the M-Prize Laureate residencies during which M-Prize finalists return to the SMTD to perform, teach, and interact with students.