San Francisco Symphony Performs Gershwin and Bernstein in my classic American Composers
Davies Symphony Hall (201 Van Ness San Francisco, CA 94102)
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All offers for my classic American Composers have expired.
The last date listed for my classic American Composers was Thursday July 2, 2009 / 8:00pm.
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Goldstar Member Reviews
Ingenue
It was a wonderful experience, being my first time at the symphony. I loved all the show tunes, particularly Rhapsody in Blue. I would go again...thanks to Goldstar!Written on Jul 17 2009
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One of the best concerts we have attended all year. Gabriel Montero is a gifted pianist and she engaged the audience in a special way. The audience didn't want her to go. We loved the evening.Written on Jul 03 2009
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Harry Howe
100% Fabulous! Gaffigan has tremendous control of the orchestra, yet enjoys every minute of his work -- most of which is almost dancing to the music he's conducting. Montero was amazing on the piano -- we sat right under the roof and still heard every note, including the off-stage horn.Written on Jul 06 2009
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More Information About my classic American Composers
Website
http://www.sfsymphony.org/season/Event.aspx?eventid=37968
Description
<p>James Gaffigan, conductor
Gabriela Montero, piano </p>
<p>Celebrate Independence Day with iconic American masterpieces, from West Side Story to An American in Paris. Gabriela Montero -- featured at President Obama's inauguration --lights up the stage with Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue, the work that united classical with jazz and raised the profile of American concert music. James Gaffigan, one of the country's most exciting young maestros, leads the San Francisco Symphony in this rich tapestry of musical styles.</p>
<p>Meet Gabriela Montero for an exclusive CD signing immediately following the concert at the Symphony Store in the lobby.</p>
<p>Program:
Bernstein - Symphonic Dances from West Side Story
Gershwin - Rhapsody in Blue
Montero - Improvisations on themes suggested by the audience
Gershwin - An American in Paris
Bernstein - Music from the film On the Waterfront </p>
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