@STRAZ CENTER
MONDAY, NOV 13, 7:30PM
JAEB THEATER
Straz Center for the Performing Arts
presents
Simply Three
The electrifying trio of Glen McDaniel, Nick Villalobos and Zack Clark, together known as
Simply Three, has been captivating audiences worldwide with high-octane performances
since 2010. Acclaimed as “having what it takes” (Boston Philharmonic) and “highly
imaginative and well played” (Maine Today), Simply Three continues to receive praise
for their ability to impress listeners with a multitude of genres that span from Puccini and
Gershwin to artists such as Adele, Coldplay and Michael Jackson. By reshaping convention
through this style of genre hopping, the trio continues to seek the true essence of classical
crossover with original works as well as innovative arrangements that showcase their
technical virtuosity and heartfelt musicality.
With an ever-growing online popularity, Simply Three is creating a renewed excitement for
instrumental music through inventive music videos that have captured the hearts of millions
of YouTube viewers across the globe. Furthermore, their works have gained great critical
recognition by publications such as The Huf ngton Post, Rolling Stone, and RyanSeacrest.com,
as well as mainstream artists themselves. Chart-topping rockers OneRepublic praised Simply
Three’s version of their hit single “Counting Stars,” exclaiming they “LOVE this ‘Counting
Stars’ cover!” Additionally, Grammy®-nominated R&B sensation Janelle Monáe proclaimed
the trio’s project of her hit singles “Cold War” and “Tightrope” to be “an honor” while making
it a highlighted feature of her personal website.
Simply Three has old school training but a new school sound. Their quest to look beyond
the scope of possibility has led them to collaborate with some of the world’s most creative
musicians, including Kellindo Parker (Janelle Monáe) and Jeff Smith (M-Pact), in hopes of
creating a new, fresh genesis for string playing. With this, the trio is able to merge shows into
a unique synergy of thrilling performances and tone-rich sounds not soon to be forgotten.
simplythreemusic.com
facebook.com/simplythree
youtube.com/c/simplythreemusic
twitter.com/simply_three
The taking of photographs and/or use of other recording equipment is strictly prohibited.
Program information provided by the cast and/or production company.
TICKETS: 813.229.STAR (7827) • STRAZCENTER.ORG 33