Daniel Bernard Roumain is a violinist and composer. Born in 1971, the Black, Haitian American musician has worked with a broad group of collaborators, including J’Nai Bridges, Lady Gaga, Philip Glass, Bill T. Jones, Marin Alsop, and Anna Deavere Smith. Today’s Beautiful Music features Daniel Bernard Roumain’s artistry both as a violinist and composer. His 2005 String Quartet #5 is subtitled ROSA PARKS, and is played by mousai REMIX string quartet from a 2019 concert. You’ll also hear Mr. Roumain playing an improvisation for solo violin. There’s also a link below to Daniel Bernard Roumain’s website so you can learn more about this talented visionary.