Jazz By The Lake featuring Opus Black Strings

Opus Black Strings is a dynamic violin, viola, cello string trio. Opus Black Strings reimagines the boundaries of classical music with their innovative arrangements of alternative rock, jazz and pop hits. Their captivating performances blend virtuosity with modern flair, creating a unique and unforgettable musical experience. The group was established in 2016. The contemporary trio performs music from Beyonce to Led Zeppelin. Opus Black Strings has a penchant for the unorthodox, Opus coming from the traditional catalog of a composer, and Black because they perform with Lewis and Clark carbon fiber instruments. The trio consists of Kristen Kopf, Allyson Skylar and Liz Ingersoll.

Kristen Kopf is a cellist and veteran performer and pioneer of alternative education for 30 + years. She performs with Monk Rowe, and is a freelancing musician. Allyson Sklar is the owner and operator of Valley Talent Education Center, and The Mohawk Valley Strings Orchestra. She performs with the Half Moon Orchestra, and plays viola with Opus Black Strings. The lifeforce of the Opus Black experience comes from the stylistic interpretations of Liz Ingersoll. Known fondly as Liz “Fiddle”, she was dubbed a “CNY Treasure”. Liz lights up the stage with her dynamic performance and genuine smile. Liz is a freelancing musician and educator, and owns and operates Music With Liz teaching studio and The State Bridge Collective, art and music venue MusicWithLiz.com.

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