Rhapsody in Blue

Andrew Crust leads the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra in a program of American-influenced works anchored by George Gershwin’s ever-popular *Rhapsody in Blue*, featuring pianist Richard Glazier. The concert also includes William Grant Still’s *Afro-American Symphony*, Gabriela Ortiz’s *Kauyumari*, and Gershwin’s *An American in Paris*, creating a rich tapestry of 20th- and 21st-century music that draws on jazz, blues, folk, and Latin American traditions.

Conductor: Andrew Crust.

Featured Artists: Richard Glazier, pianist.

Program: William Grant Still – *Afro-American Symphony*; George Gershwin – *Rhapsody in Blue*; Gabriela Ortiz – *Kauyumari*; George Gershwin – *An American in Paris*.

When: Saturday, February 13, 2027 at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, February 14, 2027 at 3:00 pm.

Venue: The February 13 performance takes place at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center, and the February 14 performance takes place at the George Washington Masonic Memorial. Directions to both venues are available from the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra website.

Tickets: Ticket prices are not listed on the page; patrons are directed to the “Get Tickets” links for each performance.

Run time: Not specified.

Ages: Not specified.

Accessibility: Not addressed in the scraped content; contact the box office or check health and safety protocols on the orchestra’s website for details.

Note: The program includes a mix of iconic American works and a contemporary piece by Mexican composer Gabriela Ortiz, offering a broad spectrum of orchestral color.