Brooklyn band Bing and Ruth is an 11-piece ensemble led by composer and pianist David Moore. Described by the NY Times as "making the most of layered and atmospheric melody," the band utilizes clarinets, voices, cellos, and a buffet of other acoustic instruments to craft expansive soundscapes and quiet microtonal textures. In it's young life the ensemble has garnered a reputation for unique and engaging life performances, and it's recent shows in the New York area include the 2009 MATA Festival, the Wordless Music Series, Darmstadt New Music, the WFMU Festival, and Stochastic Brooklyn.

Listen:
Bing & Ruth - "And Then I Trained"