Black Oak Ensemble’s ‘Silenced Voices’ Spotlights Near-Forgotten WWII-Era Jewish European Composers

By Cristina Schreil It started with a chance wandering into a music store in Budapest. While touring there with the Ravinia Festival—partaking in the Hungarian capital’s merry blend of gypsy music, hearty cuisine, and fine wine—violinist Desirée Ruhstrat and cellist David Cunliffe stumbled upon some sheet music. They found string trios, including works by Hungarian … Continue reading Black Oak Ensemble’s ‘Silenced Voices’ Spotlights Near-Forgotten WWII-Era Jewish European Composers