An evening dedicated to George Gershwin will unite classical music and jazz in a vibrant symphonic sound. His masterpieces - «Rhapsody in Blue», Cuban Overture, and a suite from the opera «Porgy and Bess» - will be performed on stage. Listeners can expect music filled with passion and rhythm, performed by Ekaterina Mechetina and the Tyumen Philharmonic Orchestra. The program «Rhapsody in Blue. The Greatest Hits of George Gershwin» will be an event for all who appreciate the power of symphonic sound and the freedom of jazz. Gershwin's music is a unique blend of genres that once transformed perceptions of classical music and continues to touch the hearts of listeners around the world. The highlight of the evening will be «Rhapsody in Blue» - a piece where the energy of American jazz merges with virtuosic piano technique. This composition has become a symbol of an entire era and is now perceived as an anthem to the dynamism of a big city. The soloist will be Ekaterina Mechetina - a pianist with impeccable taste and skill, a laureate of prestigious awards and a participant in major world festivals. Equally captivating will be the Cuban Overture, created after Gershwin's trip to Cuba. Its rhythms evoke the spirit of the hot streets of Havana and the colorful shades of Latin American music. This number will give the audience a sense of celebration and a vibrant musical carnival. The evening will conclude with a suite from the opera «Porgy and Bess» - a work that gifted the world with timeless melodies like Summertime and It Ain’t Necessarily So. The program will be performed by the Tyumen Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Yuri Medyanik. The ensemble is known for its high professionalism and collaboration with leading Russian and foreign musicians. Find other events in Moscow on KudaGo.