Rhapsody in Blue

Performance:

Celebrating the centennial of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, pianist Jeffrey Biegel and composer Peter Boyer launched the Rhapsody National Initiative with Rhapsody in Red, White, & Blue, a vibrant new work reflecting the American landscape, with the pulse, energy, and beauty of our shared identity as Americans. Western Piedmont Symphony is the only orchestra in North Carolina represented in this national symphonic project. Also on the program is the celebrated masterpiece Rhapsody in Blue, the lyrical and vivid Symphony No. 1 by living composer Adolphus Hailstork, and the mesmerizing Bolero by Ravel.

Free admission to LR students, faculty, and staff with a valid LR ID at the door (space permitting) for all symphony events held in P.E. Monroe Auditorium.

About:

For 60 years, Western Piedmont Symphony (WPS, the professional orchestra of the western foothills of North Carolina) has accomplished our mission by providing inspiring and exceptional orchestral music experiences featuring a diverse array of acclaimed guest artists accompanied by our professional, highly-trained orchestra members. To enrich and engage the communities of Western North Carolina through high-quality symphonic music with creative, relevant performances and educational opportunities for all ages.