Princess Music is exactly what the name implies; an all-star cast of classically trained players, with backgrounds in a spectrum of musical stylings, from chamber music to math metal, the six piece rips through tightly orchestrated complexities and upbeat harmonies. The music is both for the heart and the head, with poignant narratives and spiritually evocative content found within classically influenced rock structures. Princess Music is essentially a rock trio (electric guitar, bass and drum kit), with banjo and string parts often taking a primary role. The arrangements sustain intelligence, yet somehow embody subtle pop sensibilities that allow casual music listeners to embrace Princess Music in all its glory. The band is fronted by the surprisingly shy Tyler Ludwick, a crooner harking to the likes of David Longstreth and Zach Condon, who takes his classical guitar training to an electric guitar, his composition skills to cello and violin textures, and his drumming background to the overall poly rhythmic and irregular meters of the music. Ludwick is a playfully serious singer, whose deep emotional connection to his music is worn on his sleeve.


Tyler Ludwick (Guitar, Lead Vocal) Laura Goldhamer (Banjo, Vocal) Robin Chestnut (Drums),Psyche Cassandra Dunkhase (Cello), Rachel Sliker (Violin), Jeremy Averitt (Bass, Vocal).



Princess Music…made excellent use of the band's string-ensemble setup, topping off with a jam that started as percussion-based groove and built to a grand, orchestral close. -westword