Access The Arts: Gershwin's Rhapsody In Blue @ 100
The Mann Center
5201 Parkside Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131, USA
Pennsylvania
39.98221599999999
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Description
This performance is presented by Cadillac.
Take a trip back with us to the Roaring '20s as we celebrate the 100-year anniversary of George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue. Pack a picnic and join us for a night of jazz-inspired orchestral works with The Philadelphia Orchestra and Marcus Roberts Trio, conducted by Tristan Rais-Sherman on July 24!
The first part of the evening will celebrate the legacy and work of often-overlooked Black classical music composers. We’ll begin with Adolphus Hailstork’s An American Port of Call, capturing the busy essence of Norfolk, Virginia, Hailstork’s hometown. Then, we’ll hear Florence Price’s Symphony No. 3, which she composed for the Works Progress Administration at the apex of the Great Depression. Following intermission, we’ll be greeted by James P. Johnson’s epic jazz and swing-infused Victory Stride.
For the evening’s climax, we’ll be treated to Rhapsody in Blue, which has thrilled audiences for 100 years with its irresistible rhythms and lush orchestration. This special performance of the Gershwin masterwork features jazz legend Marcus Roberts and his Trio. Roberts has made a lifelong exploration of this work, revealing new treasures in every performance, punctuating the classic with “cascading arpeggios, warm pools of sound and an array of alternate motifs … hypervirtuosic pianism and the trio's rhythmic propulsion” (Chicago Tribune).
Program:
Hailstork An American Port of Call
Price Symphony No. 3
Johnson Victory Stride
Gershwin Rhapsody in Blue
FAQs
Where will I be seated?
Tickets are valid for seats on our Great Lawn.
Is this event rain or shine?
Yes, this event will take place rain or shine.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Parking is free at the Mann Center. This free ticket offer is only valid for admission and does not include the cost of concessions or merchandise. For SEPTA Bus Instructions, visit iSeptaPhilly.com/MannLoop.
What can I bring into the event?
Find out what you can and cannot bring to the Mann at: MannCenter.org/Visit
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
If you have any questions or require assistance registering, please contact Jenna Brower at JBrower@MannCenter.org or (215) 546-7900 Ext. 157.
Times
Start:
2024-07-24T20:00:00-04:00
End:
2024-07-24T23:00:00-04:00
Category
Music
Tickets
Access The Arts Tickets
0.0
USD
1000