NHMF: Open the Gates

For our Season Finale, we open the gates to a world of vivid sound and striking imagery. Valerie Coleman’s Umoja explores the meaning of freedom and unity, Gershwin’s Piano Concerto in F features energetic blues rhythms, and finally, Mussorgsky’s iconic Pictures at an Exhibition brings Victor Hartmann’s paintings to life, invoking awe and wonder.

Program:

• Coleman, Valerie (b.1970) – Umoja: Anthem of Unity
• Gershwin, George (1898-1937) – Piano Concerto in F
• Mussorgsky, Modest (1839-1881) – Pictures at an Exhibition, arr. Ravel

Artists:

• Mélisse Brunet, Guest Conductor
• Artina McCain, Piano