"Summertime" Masterworks Series Concert

Kenneth Overton, Porgy
Laquita Mitchell, Bess
Frank L. Humphrey III, Sportin' Life
Karen Slack, Serena
Peter Bay, Conductor

PROGRAM:
CARLOS SIMON: Amen!
GEORGE GERSHWIN: Porgy and Bess

This performance features a blend of contemporary and classic works, capturing the essence of summer. The evening opens with Carlos Simon's stirring "Amen! ", a dynamic and soulful exploration of faith and resilience. George Gershwin's beloved opera Porgy and Bess closes the program, featuring iconic tunes such as "Summertime" and "I Got Plenty o' Nuttin'," transporting audiences to the vibrant streets of 1920s Charleston, South Carolina, in a timeless tale of love and redemption.

Want to unleash more? Dive into our new VR experience, made possible by the Lola Wright Foundation, and step up to the podium to conduct a virtual orchestra! At 7:10 p.m., join Jeffrey Blair for 'Concert Conversations,' an engaging discussion about the evening’s program, or head to Studio 701 on the Mezzanine, donde el Director Asistente de la ASO, Pablo Zamora, compartirá sus ideas en español. Strike a VIP pose on the red carpet and capture the moment!

Sponsored by: The Bancroft Initiative

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