Galilee String Quartet review – Palestinian ensemble improvise their signature east-west blend

Milton Court, London The four siblings start with Webern before ditching traditional instruments for mics, voices, percussion and oud ‘We’ve done many concerts, but this is the first time I’m stressed,” the first violin confesses with a grin, lowering his instrument before a single note has sounded. But before he can launch into the story he’s interrupted by the cellist. “We’re actually supposed to play first!” she chides. A string quartet is often compared to a four-way marriage. But what if th