What if,
the universe begins as vibration?
In string theory, the fundamental constituents of reality are imagined as tiny vibrating strings, with different modes of vibration giving rise to different particles and forms of matter.
On Tuesday, August 18, a poco art invites you to Breath-String, an intimate evening of violin and guitar with Taro Wayama and David Lee Ruest.
Two stringed instruments move across centuries of music. The program travels from Telemann, Fiocco, Massenet, and Monti to John Williams, Astor Piazzolla, and original compositions by Taro Wayama.
Vibration passes from string to air, from body to body, and into the space around us, entering into dialogue with works by Tia Xia and Nancy Ivanhoe throughout the exhibition space.
Perhaps music is one of the simplest ways to experience an idea that string theory proposes: that different forms may emerge from different modes of vibration, and that a shift in frequency can give rise to an entirely different world.
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BREATH-STRING
An Intimate Evening of Violin & Guitar
Taro Wayama + David Lee Ruest
Presented by a poco art
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
7 PM — Doors Open + Wine Reception
7:30–8:30 PM — Concert
9 PM — Evening concludes
a poco art
Address: 4505 S Slauson Ave #317, Culver City, CA 90230 (Gate code #5054)
Parking: limited street parking; North Gate Market parking lot within 8min walk
Tickets: $20 per person; limited to 20 guests
Wine, beverages, and light snacks included
Advance tickets are strongly recommended due to limited capacity:
https://partiful.com/e/M45orQxS98ZoqiENGRxF?c=AvQU-z2J
(Tickets may also be purchased at the door, but entry cannot be guaranteed.)
Come early for a glass of wine, settle into the space, and stay afterward for conversation with the musicians.
