Reel Talk Movie Discussion: The Music of Strangers (PG-13)

Over the past 16 years, an extraordinary group of musicians has come together to celebrate the universal power of music. Named for the ancient trade route linking Asia, Africa and Europe, The Silk Road Ensemble, an international collective created by acclaimed cellist Yo-Yo Ma, exemplifies music’s ability to blur geographical boundaries, blend disparate cultures and inspire hope for both artists and audiences. Blending performance footage, personal interviews and archival film, director Morgan Neville and producer Caitrin Rogers focus on the journeys of a small group of Silk Road Ensemble mainstays from across the globe to create an intensely personal chronicle of passion, talent and sacrifice.

This discussion is free and open to all. Register below or call 224-543-1485. Email address required; you will receive an invitation with instructions on how to log in to the online discussion.

Before the discussion, watch the movie on Kanopy or check it out from the library.

This program is part of One Book One Community. Please visit 1book.org for more details.