Join EXCEL for a Q&A with members of yMusic, as part of theirUMS residency, that will explore their work and professional trajectories. Heralded as "six contemporary classical polymaths who playfully overstep the boundaries of musical genres,” (The New Yorker) yMusic performs in concert halls, arenas and clubs around the world. Founded in New York City in 2008, they believe in presenting excellent, emotionally communicative music, regardless of style or idiom. Their virtuosic execution and unique configuration (string trio, flute, clarinet, and trumpet) has attracted the attention of high profile collaborators—from Paul Simon to Bill T. Jones to Ben Folds—and inspired original works by some of today’s foremost composers, including Nico Muhly, Missy Mazzoli and Andrew Norman. Refreshments will be provided. This event is made possible by University Musical Society. ARTSADMN 410/510: 1 credit