Sphinx Virtuosi Orchestra: Songs for Our Times

Heralded for a kaleidoscopically varied repertoire and bold thematic programming, Sphinx Virtuosi is a dynamic professional chamber orchestra that is the flagship performing ensemble of the Sphinx Organization. Creative living voices from the Black and Brown communities are celebrated in this collection of works inspired by events of the present. Aiming to uplift contemporary and historic voices, the program pays tribute to traditions through today’s lens, and illuminates the light and hope generated by empathy, listening, remembrance, and visioning. Eighteen of Sphinx’s most acclaimed artists will take you on a soaring and inspiring evening of stunning works.

Co-Presented in partnership with the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts.

“…true to their name, the Sphinx Virtuosi call up the vision of an iconic mythological feline with its immeasurable power, unwavering command, and soulful beauty.”
— The Washington Post

PROGRAM

JESSIE MONTGOMERY “Strum” (2006)

MICHAEL DUDLEY “Prayer for our Times”

VALERIE COLEMAN “Tracing Visions” (2022)

JESSIE MONTGOMERY “Divided” for Cello & Orchestra (2022)

CARLOS SIMON “Between Worlds” (2019)

VILLA-LOBOS Bachianas Brasilerias No. 9 (1945)

CARLOS FARIÑAS “Punto y Tonadas” (1981)

BEETHOVEN Violin Sonata No. 9, Op. 47, “Bridgetower”, Andante con Variazoni & Presto

Runtime: 120 min. There will be a 20 min intermission.