A Fiddler’s Tale

A Fiddler’s Tale

Alex Amsel, conductor
Ryan Murphy, narrator
Sierra Sandy, narrator
Story adaptation by Jordanna Matlock & Michael Kary based on Narration by Stanley Crouch

Igor Stravinsky’s L’histoire du soldat or A Soldier’s Story, a morality play for narrator, dancers and orchestra, is one of the most famous works by one of the 20th century’s greatest composers. Trumpeter, bandleader and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Wynton Marsalis brought a new perspective to the conversation with his adaptation entitled A Fiddler’s Tale. Experience the music and feel the story with insights shared from the stage.

This series is appropriate for families and kids ages 5 – 17.

Concert Repertoire Includes
Wynton Marsalis: A Fiddler’s Tale – Suite version

 

Pre-Concert Activities Beginning at 1 PM

The Nash Jazz Trio Performance:
Enjoy a performance from The Nash Jazz Club Trio lead by Director of Education Dr. Clark Gibson.
thenash.org

Phoenix Symphony musician spotlight:
Shaun Tilburg, Principal Percussionist for the Phoenix Symphony, will demonstrate and educate families about their instrument.

Mesa Youth Creative Agency:
Participate in our progressive Community Art Project.
mycreativeagency.org

Meet and Greet Opportunity
Don’t miss Alex Amsel and Principal Percussionist Shaun Tilburg in the lobby after the concert! Be sure to say hi and get an autograph for lasting memories.

 

Thank you to our Community Partners:

 

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Feb 8

Madison Center For The Arts
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