Then and Now
Rhapsody in Blue has a claim on our collective soul that few other works share. It blends Tin Pan Alley songwriting and classical exposition by.trading in high contrasts of dynamics and phrasing. It evokes serenity, anxiety, the Charleston, nervousness, carriage rides in Central Park, and throngs of people on Broadway. It transgresses boundaries, dissolves form, and yet clings to a simple theme. It is, in many ways, modernity’s anthem.
Join one of the greatest of all living trumpet players, Jens Lindemann, world-renowned pianist Jamie Parker, and the Festival’s first-ever 12-piece big band for an incredible reimagining of Gershwin’s epic and cultural masterpiece on February 12th, Rhapsody in Blue’s 101st birthday.
“With a performance style that bridges multiple musical traditions, Lindemann’s ‘Rhapsody and the Blues’ is set to be one of the most talked-about cultural events of the year.”
“Whether you’re a seasoned jazz fan, a classical and jazz music lover or simply looking for an exceptional night out, this concert will deliver an extraordinary musical journey.”– Bulington Civic Music Director
“Jens Lindemann gave a sizzling, high energy performance in the American premiere of the trumpet concerto ‘Dreaming of the Masters’ at Carnegie Hall” – New York Times
“The program then alternated between classical and jazz numbers; both genres providing ample opportunity for Lindemann to showcase his exceptional musical talents, which range from lyrical, golden hued (literally and figuratively) legato playing to scintillating virtuoso passage work at breakneck speeds, with every shade and nuance in between.”– LudwigVanToronto
“From classical music to jazz, trumpeter Jens Lindemann smashes the brass instrument’s stereotypes.”– createastir
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