Tao Plays Rhapsody in Blue

Bernstein’s Symphonic Dances from West Side Story and William Grant Still’s Symphony No. 1, “Afro-American” bookend this program of American masters, including pianist/composer Conrad Tao.

Holland Center
Friday, Sep 20 | 7:30 PM
Saturday, Sep 21 | 7:30 PM
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Artists

Ankush Kumar Bahl Music Director More
Conrad Tao Piano More

Program Info

  • LEONARD BERNSTEIN: Symphonic Dances

  • WILLIAM GRANT STILL: Symphony No. 1

  • CONRAD TAO: Flung Out

  • GEORGE GERSHWIN: Rhapsody in Blue

2024/25 begins with the 100th Anniversary of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, performed by Conrad Tao, “the future of classical music” (New York Magazine), alongside his own extraordinary piano concerto and masterpieces of the American repertoire.

Special After Hours Performance Friday

Conrad Tao will present an intimate, one-of-a-kind solo piano performance in the lobby of the Holland Center immediately following Friday’s concert. All are invited to join us in the Orchestra Level lobby for no additional cost!

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