Dueling jazz pianists Kurt Thum and Raphael Fusco unite to celebrate the autumn equinox with their favorite jazz standards, original tunes, and free improvisations inspired by the Fall. Bring your harvest and an egg to stand up and join Major Keys for their autumn bash.
On February 12, 2011 New York Repertory Orchestra under the direction of music director David Leibowitz will give the world premiere of Raphael's newest orchestral work, Symphony No. 1 in the beautiful sanctuary of Church of St. Mary the Virgin in Times Square NY. A product of nearly two years of work, the symphony draws its eclectic influence from early music, jazz and the great romantic symphonists. Other works on the program include the Tubin Concertino for Piano and Janacek's Tara bulba.
The New York Repertory Orchestra, New York’s leading community orchestra, is made up of talented professional and amateur musicians and presents a series of free concerts each season. Founded in 1992 by Music Director David Leibowitz, the orchestra strives for exciting performances, provocative programs and the highest artistic level. To its fans and followers, these qualities have become the hallmarks of this exceptional ensemble.
The New York Repertory Orchestra was recently honored by the Omega Ensemble of New York with its "Gift to the City" award for past and ongoing contributions to the musical life of New York City.
For more please visit www.nyro.org
The fantastic contemporary music ensemble Lunatics at Large will present an evening of poetry and new music on the theme "sanctuary." All of the poetry and music has been commissioned by Lunatics at Large especially for the the concert. More details soon!