Sphinx Virtuosi at Carnegie Hall
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 | 7:00 PM Concert | 8:30 PM Gala Reception
FEATURING
Sphinx Virtuosi
Tai Murray, violin
Josh Jones, percussion
Njioma Chinyere Grevious, violin
Join Sphinx for our annual celebration at Carnegie Hall, showcasing an unforgettable performance by our renowned ensemble, the Sphinx Virtuosi.
After the concert, Gala patrons will enjoy an exclusive reception with cocktails, light fare, and the chance to mingle with talented artists and distinguished guests.
About the Program American Form/s
American Form/s is a musical tapestry depicting the many sounds of American classical music. Vibrant, varied, storied, and new, the self-conducted string orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi takes audiences on a journey through classically framed infusions of soul, bluegrass, jazz, blues, and elements of rag.
SCOTT JOPLIN (Arr. Jannina Norpoth)
Treemonisha Overture (NY Premiere)
TERESA CARREÑO
Serenade for Strings, IV. Finale
DERRICK SKYE (Arr. Derrick Skye)
American Mirror: Part One (NY Premiere)
CURTIS STEWART
Double Down: Invention #1 for two violins, (World Premiere, commissioned with a gift from the Aronson Family Foundation)
Tai Murray, Violin
Njioma Grevious, Violin
CURTIS STEWART
Drill for Prepared Drumset and Strings (NY Premiere, co-commissioned by Carnegie Hall)
Josh Jones, Percussion
LEVI TAYLOR
Daydreaming (A Fantasy on Scott Joplin), (NY Premiere, commissioned with a gift from the Keith and Renata Ward Emerging Composer Fund)
Gala Celebration Levels
$50,000 | PLATINUM | 30 Guests
$25,000 | GOLD | 16 Guests
$15,000 | SILVER | 8 Guests
$6,000 | BRONZE | 4 Guests
$1,500 | SPONSOR | 1 Guest
$500 | Box Seat | 1 Guest concert only
$300 | NEXTGEN (Limited Availability) | 1 Guest under the age of 45
