NEW DATE-Masterworks: Rhapsody in Blue

SEASON FINALE! 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.

Featured Artist

Jeffrey Biegel, piano

Program

Hailstork, A.               Symphony No. 1

Boyer, P.                     Rhapsody in Red, White, and Blue*

*North Carolina Premiere: Rhapsody National Initiative

Jeffrey Biegel, piano

Gershwin                    Rhapsody in Blue

Jeffrey Biegel, piano

Ravel                           Bolero

Note: programs, artists, venues, prices, and dates subject to change.

CONCERT SPONSORS

GUEST ARTIST SPONSORS

Sandra Pait Clay and George Clay, III

The new date for Masterworks: Rhapsody in Blue will be Saturday, June 7, 2025.Due to the effects of Hurricane Helene upon our community and the greater Western North Carolina region, we have made the decision to postpone the next week’s Masterworks: Rhapsody in Blue concert, originally scheduled for Saturday. October 12. The well-being and safety of our musicians, patrons, staff, and community partners is the priority at this time.