String trio takes classical, pop, rock to Long Beach neighborhoods
(WorldNews Music)

Pop, rock and a little bit of Bach. That’s what listeners can expect to hear when the trio strings band, Naples Strings, shows up to play. “We’ve been playing together for a long time, so there wasn’t much of an adjustment,” violinist Elaine Tubinis said. “You just pick up your violin and entertain; that’s the job.” Typically, performances have been at wedding venues, bar mitzvahs and other celebrations. But in 2020, they’re taking many of their performances to the streets — and the next outdoor concert will be their 25th. Tubinis formed the band alongside fellow violinist Larry Greenfield in 1982. They performed regularly on the rooftop...