Plus: ESS codirector Olivia Junell on a sound she could listen to forever, Reader music editor Philip Montoro on a fusion of apocalyptic synths and ancient rhythms, and more
Its 18 free concerts, spread out over 17 venues, provide us with dozens of opportunities to get to know our neighbors better—both across the street and around the globe.
By Leslie Allison, Noah Berlatsky, Dave Cantor, Salem Collo-Julin, Justin Curto, Leor Galil, Catalina Maria Johnson, Monica Kendrick, Jamie Ludwig, Bill Meyer, and Philip Montoro