William Shakespeare’s drama and poetry resonate far beyond the theater. Music plays a vital role in his plays and his works continue to inspire compositions in all genres of music, from song to symphony to sampling.   

At first glance, the Catacoustic Consort might appear disconnected from the modern world. But the music isn't an attempt at time travel so much as it is a method of exploring the sounds, emotions and people of another era — the chamber musicians of the 16th-18th centuries. See for yourself Sept. 18 at Walnut Hills Christian Church.