Rhapsody in Blue @ 100: Jazz Comes to The Symphony

Organizer: Santa Barbara Symphony
Posted by:Renee

Classical and jazz aficionados unite in this commemorative concert highlighting 100 years of Rhapsody in Blue. Gershwin’s creation is one of the most recognizable compositions to define the Jazz Age. The virtuosic and audience favorite Marcus Roberts trio will pay homage in an unforgettable, toe-tapping performance of Roberts’ own re-conceived composition for piano and orchestra Rhapsody in D. Ives’ Symphony No. 2 will round out the concert with a blending of traditional orchestral sounds, hymns, and marches.

The Artists

Nir Kabaretti, Conductor

Marcus Roberts Trio

Marcus Roberts, Piano

Roland Guerin, Bass

Jason Marsalis, Drums

Repertoire

George Gershwin | Rhapsody in Blue 

Marcus Roberts | Rhapsody in D

Charles Ives | Symphony No. 2

For tickets, visit TheSymphony.org

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