Bethany & Rufus

On the title track of The Who’s 1966 album A Quick One there’s a section of the song in which the members sing the word “cello” over and over again. Originally, a cello solo was intended for that part of the band’s first “mini” rock opera, however budget setbacks prevented them from giving the audience the real deal. Fortunately, there’s a bountiful crop of artists on OurStage, such as Bethany & Rufus, that can offer you the real deal. This globetrotting duo from New York combines Rufus Cappadocia’s poignant cello playing with Bethany Yarrow’s soulful vocals. Together they’re putting their own spin on American folk music. You can check them out and other cello wielding acts in the player below.