In a centennial celebration of Gershwin’s iconic and culturally intrinsic ode, “Rhapsody in Blue,” The Roanoke Symphony Orchestra will perform “Red, White & Rhapsody in Blue,” March 23, 2024, at 7:30 PM at the beautiful Berglund Performing Arts Theatre, located at 710 Williamson Rd NE, Roanoke, VA 24016.
Under the baton of celebrated RSO conductor David Stewart Wiley, audiences will be treated to a program featuring a blend of timeless classics and contemporary gems. The spotlight will shine brightly on acclaimed pianist Natasha Paremski, whose remarkable talent and performance passion will take audiences on a captivating journey through the timeless melodies.
The program is set to include George Gershwin’s enchanting “Rhapsody in Blue,” celebrating its 100th Anniversary, alongside other masterpieces such as, Billy Joel’s evocative “Elegy: The Great Peconic,” and Bernstein’s unforgettable selections from “West Side Story.” The evening will begin with Gershwin’s spirited overture to “Crazy for You” and the enchanting “Lullaby for Strings.”
Featured pianist Natasha Paremski is renowned for her electrifying performances and stirring interpretations and has performed in prestigious venues worldwide, including Royal Albert Hall, Royal Festival Hall, and Cadogan Hall. Her collaborations with leading orchestras and conductors have garnered widespread acclaim, solidifying her reputation as one of the most compelling pianists of her generation. A versatile musician, Paremski’s repertoire spans from classical to contemporary, showcasing her artistic maturity and unwavering dedication to her craft.
Born in Moscow and now based in New York City, Natasha Paremski’s musical journey began at the tender age of four. Since then, she has enchanted audiences around the globe with her virtuosity and sensitivity, earning accolades such as the Gilmore Young Artists prize and the Prix Montblanc.
Tickets are available now and can be purchased online at rso.com/tickets.
RED, WHITE & RHAPSODY IN BLUE
March 23 at 7:30 pm | Berguland Performing Arts Theatre
Natasha Paremski, piano
David Stewart Wiley, conductor
Gershwin | Crazy for You Overture, Lullaby for Strings, Porgy & Bess Fantasy, Rhapsody in Blue
Billy Joel | Elegy: The Great Peconic
Bernstein | Selections from West Side Story
ABOUT THE ROANOKE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Founded in 1953, the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra is the largest orchestra in Virginia west of Richmond, and the oldest continuously operating professional symphony in the state. Under the baton of Music Director & Conductor David Stewart Wiley, the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra celebrates its mission to enrich lives, to educate, and to entertain diverse audiences in western Virginia with the highest quality instrumental and choral music.
The Roanoke Symphony Orchestra is partially supported by funding from the Virginia Commission for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts and The Secular Society. More can be found at RSO.com.
