Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Symphony Center Presents: Sphinx Virtuosi: American Form/s
Comprised of 18 outstanding musicians, Sphinx Virtuosi — the dynamic, self-conducted chamber orchestra of the Sphinx Organization — is renowned for its artistic excellence, innovative programming and commitment to diversity. Former CSO Mead Composer-in-Residence and Sphinx Virtuosi alumna Jessie Montgomery performs with the ensemble for her 2024 Grammy-winning Rounds, alongside works by celebrated Black and Latino composers.
Program
Scott Joplin (arr. Norpoth and Montgomery) Overture from Treemonisha
Teresa Carreño Selections from Serenade for Strings
Derrick SkyeAmerican Mirror, Part One
Levi TaylorDaydreaming (A Fantasy on Scott Joplin)
Curtis StewartDrill Concerto for Prepared Drum Set and Strings
Juantio BecentiHané for String Quartet
Jessie MontgomeryRounds for Piano and String Orchestra