The INTERNATIONAL STRING TRIO, all alumni of Berklee College of Music, prides itself on its stylistic diversity, delivering Gypsy jazz, Appalachian folk, acoustic world music, virtuosic classical arrangements and popular songs from movies. The trio enjoys using the diverse cultural backgrounds of its members, hailing from Russia, Japan and England, to influence its stylistic diversity and unique performance aesthetic. Their shows are enormously entertaining as the trio strives to provide energetic yet intimate performances. They enjoy leading audiences on a cultural musical journey, as they perform music from countries around the world, making their performances instantly appealing to a wide range of audiences, both young and old. "The International String Trio has such a unique sound and large repertoire of music, ranging from Bach to the Beatles, and from Elvis to Duke Ellington. The show was simply amazing!" - St. Petersburg News, Russia "Just like our New England weather, if you wait a minute the IST will change it up. This local eclectic ensemble handles styles ranging from Gypsy jazz to the classics, plus songs from movies and soundtracks." - The Boston Globe, MA