CLASSICS: CELEBRATING AMERICA'S COMPOSERS

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buy tickets James Bagwell, principal conductor Joan Tower | Fanfare for the Uncommon Woman No. 6 Jessie Montgomery | Hymn for Everyone Gershwin | Porgy and Bess: Symphonic Picture Hanson | Symphony No. 3 Celebrating the voices and legacy of American composers, the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra presents a program rich with bold expression and sweeping orchestral color under the direction of James Bagwell. The evening opens with Joan Tower’s Fanfare for the Uncommon Women No. 6, a triumphant work showcasing powerful brass writing and rhythmic energy. Jessie Montgomery’s Hymn for Everyone follows with warm, expressive textures that blend contemporary sound with a sense of unity and reflection. Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess: Symphonic Picture brings jazz-infused melodies and iconic themes to the stage before the concert concludes with Hanson’s Symphony No. 3, a sweeping and expressive work known for its emotional depth and bold, memorable themes. LEARN MORE ABOUT SEASON 21 + SUBSCRIPTIONS Gain Insight into the Music Read the program notes and learn more about the composers, their lives, work, motivations, and more. program notes Preview the Music

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