American Classics: Rhapsody in Blue
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Greensboro Symphony Orchestra
Gabriela Martinez, pianist
Christopher Dragon, Conductor
Price – Concert Overture No. 2
Gershwin – Rhapsody in Blue
Bernstein – West Side Story Overture
Copland – Rodeo (Complete ballet)
Distinguished Guest Artist Piano Chair
In Honor of Linda M. Jones
Celebrate the spirit of American music with the return of pianist Gabriela Martinez. Enjoy Gershwin’s jazzy Rhapsody in Blue, Bernstein’s vibrant West Side Story Overture, Florence Price’s powerful Concert Overture No. 2, and Copland’s energetic music from the ballet Rodeo.
About the artist:
Venezuelan pianist Gabriela Martinez has a reputation for the lyricism of her playing, her compelling interpretations, and her elegant stage presence. Her playing has been described as “magical… a remarkable pianist, with a cool determination, a tone full of glowing color and a seemingly effortless technique” (Mark Swed/LA Times) and “compelling …versatile, daring and insightful” (New York Times).
Gabriela has performed with over 100 orchestras since including the San Francisco, Chicago, Houston, San Diego, New Jersey, Pacific and Fort Worth symphonies; Germany’s Stuttgarter Philharmoniker, MDR Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra, Nurnberger Philharmoniker; the Costa Rica National Symphony, and the Simon Bolivar Symphony Orchestra in Venezuela. She has performed with Gustavo Dudamel, James Gaffigan, James Conlon, JoAnn Falleta, Michael Francis, Marcelo Lehninger and Guillermo Figueroa, among many others. Learn more at: www.gabrielamartinezpiano.com
Additional Purchase Options
- In person // Greensboro Symphony Box Office (Weekdays from 10am – 4:30pm). The Greensboro Symphony’s box office is located in the Greensboro Cultural Center at 200 N. Davie Street, Suite 301.
- In person // Tanger Center Ticket Office (Tu-Sa, Noon-5pm). The Tanger Center’s ticket office is located at One Abe Brenner Pl., between Elm and Davie Streets.
- By phone // Weekdays from 10am – 4:30pm at (336) 335.5456, ext.224
Venue
Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts
Greensboro, NC 27401 United States
Musicology Mixology
Join us for Musicology Mixology before the concert and enjoy concert themed discussions in the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts prior to each Masterworks concert! Get ready to dive deep into the music when local musicologists share fascinating insights into the works featured on the program. You will also hear from GSO musicians, making this an unforgettable pre-concert experience.
LOCATION & TIME:
Brady Services Suite
3rd Floor of the Tanger Center
Doors open, 6PM; Presentation starts, 6:45PM (Note the new time!)
Come early and enjoy food and beverages available for purchase at the concessions. See you there!