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Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue with Tucson Symphony
Linda Ronstadt Music Hall in TucsonSat, Jan 16, 2027 · 07:30 PM
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Overview
Rhapsody in Blue - George Gershwin and the Jazz Age : Tucson Symphony is a Arts & Theatre / Classical / Symphonic event at Linda Ronstadt Music Hall in Tucson.
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Experience the iconic fusion of classical and jazz in a live performance by the Tucson Symphony Orchestra, featuring guest artists Christian Sands and José Luis Gómez. This concert celebrates Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue, a groundbreaking composition from the Jazz Age.
The piece premiered in 1924 at Aeolian Hall in New York City, commissioned by bandleader Paul Whiteman. Gershwin's work combines orchestral and jazz elements, with its famous clarinet glissando becoming instantly recognizable. The concert will transport audiences to the roaring twenties, capturing the energy and innovation of the era.
Attendees can expect a vibrant evening of music, with the orchestra delivering a powerful rendition of this beloved American classic. The program highlights Gershwin's genius and the enduring appeal of jazz-infused classical music.
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What is the significance of Rhapsody in Blue?
It is one of Gershwin's most recognizable creations and a key composition that defined the Jazz Age.
Who are the performers?
The Tucson Symphony Orchestra, Christian Sands, and José Luis Gómez.
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Tucson Symphony Orchestra
The Tucson Symphony Orchestra (TSO) is the primary professional orchestra of Tucson, Arizona. Founded in 1928, when the season consisted of just two concerts, the TSO is the oldest continuously running performing arts organization in the Southwest. The TSO's season now runs from September to May and
Christian Sands
Christian Sylvester Sands is an American jazz pianist and composer. His third album for Mack Avenue Records, Be Water, was released in 2020 and received a Grammy Award nomination in the Best Instrumental Composition category for the song "Be Water II".
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