Orchestra Iowa
Founded in April 1923, Orchestra Iowa is one of the oldest symphony orchestras in continuous operation west of the Mississippi River. Its 82 professional musicians perform more than 120…
More Info
Location: Paramount Theatre
Time: 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
123 3rd Avenue SE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Date: Saturday, September 14 2024
Enjoy familiar, distinctively American themes woven throughout.
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.
