Fanfare for the Common Man
Andrew Constantine, conductor
Orli Shaham, piano
Immerse yourself in an evening of musical exploration with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic, featuring an enchanting repertoire that spans genres and eras. The program begins with Anna Clyne's evocative This Midnight Hour, a contemporary piece that draws audiences into a realm of atmospheric beauty and innovation. Renowned pianist Orli Shaham takes the stage to interpret Ravel's Piano Concerto in G major, a dazzling fusion of jazz-inspired rhythms and classical sophistication. The evening finishes with Copland's Third Symphony which includes the triumphant “Fanfare for a Common Man,” an iconic American masterpiece that captures the spirit of the nation with its expansive landscapes and heroic themes.
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A consummate musician recognized for her grace, subtlety, and brilliance, the pianist Orli Shaham is hailed by critics on four continents. The New York Times called her a "brilliant pianist," The Chicago Tribune referred to her as “a first-rate Mozartean,” and London's Guardian said Ms. Shaham's playing at the Proms was “perfection."
Orli Shaham has performed with many of the major orchestras around the world, and has appeared in recital internationally, from Carnegie Hall to the Sydney Opera House. She is Artistic Director of Pacific Symphony’s chamber series Café Ludwig in California since 2007, and Artistic Director of the interactive children's concert series, Orli Shaham’s Bach Yard, which she founded in 2010. Learn more here.