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    Masterworks I

    A Night on the Town

    Celebrate 100 years of Rhapsody in Blue!

    The season opens on a high note with two inspired takes on Gershwin. Stewart Goodyear plays the classic Rhapsody in Blue, followed by jazzy variations on I’ve Got Rhythm performed by The Menefield/Phillips Quartet. Symphony No.1 by Black composer William Grant Still blends classical symphonic form with spirituals, blues, and jazz. This landmark composition influenced Gershwin, who in turn inspired Bernstein.

    Enjoy familiar, distinctively American themes woven throughout.


    Cedar Rapids patrons, join us for our Opening Night Reception ‘night on the town’ to kick off
    another incredible year of music with Orchestra Iowa!
    Cedar Rapids
    Attending the 2 PM concert in Coralville?
    Plan to attend the Artist Meet & Greet!
    Coralville


    PROGRAM


    LEONARD BERNSTEIN

    On The Town

    GEORGE GERSHWIN

    Rhapsody in Blue

    Featuring Stewart Goodyear, piano

    GEORGE GERSHWIN

    I’ve Got Rhythm

    Featuring The Menefield/Phillips Quartet

    William Menefield, Piano
    Damani Phillips, Saxophone
    Steve Charleon, Bass
    Michael D’Angelo, Drums


    WILLIAM GRANT STILL

    Symphony No.1 “Afro-American”


    Insights

    Discover the story behind the music with Insights – an informative, informal discussion presented by Maestro Hankewich and special guest artists ahead of each Masterworks performance. Insights is free and open to all ticket holders. Come early, as Insights is popular and well-attended.

    For Saturday concerts at the Paramount Theatre, Insights is held in the Encore Lounge at 6:45pm. For Sunday concerts at the Coralville Center for Performing Arts, Insights is held across the street at West Music at 1:00pm.

    Ticket Details

    Subscriptions On Sale Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 10:00AM

    Single Tickets On Sale Monday, July 22, 2024 at 10:00AM

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    Subscriptions may also be purchased over the phone or in person via the Ticket Office.


    Students age 18 & under are eligible for a FREE ticket with paying adult.
    College Student tickets can be purchased for half price.

    Subject to availability. Zones 2-4 Only. Some restrictions may apply.
    Student & College Tickets MUST be purchased by phone or in person.


    Thank you to our Masterworks I: A Night on the Town sponsors,
    David Maier and Matthew McGrane.

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