Orchestre symphonique de Montréal presents

The Roaring Twenties with Gershwin & Gatsby

Revel in the atmosphere of the 1920s in the company of the OSM and pianist Marc-André Hamelin, an eclectic musician, improviser, and unrivalled virtuoso.

From Antheil’s symphonic jazz to Gershwin’s iconic Rhapsody in Blue, as well as the foxtrot and nostalgic evocations of the Great Gatsby’s eventful life, this colorful evening will immerse you in the Roaring Twenties.

Artists
Rafael Payare, conductor

Marc-André Hamelin, piano

“A performer of near-superhuman technical prowess” (The New York Times), pianist Marc-André Hamelin is known worldwide for his unrivaled blend of consummate musicianship and brilliant technique in the great works of the established repertoire, as well as for his intrepid exploration of the rarities of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. He regularly performs around the globe with the leading orchestras and conductors of our time, and gives recitals at major concert venues and festivals worldwide.

Ranee Lee, vocals

Ranee Lee is now celebrating over 40 years in Montreal, Quebec, where she enjoys a successful, multi-faceted career as one of Canada’s most popular jazz vocalists, an award-winning actress, a songwriter, and a proud author of children’s books. Ranee has recorded thirteen albums for Justin Time, a proud discography of acclaimed recordings that feature some of the finest jazz musicians of our time among its sidemen.

André Moisan, clarinet

André Moisan is known for his consummate mastery of the instrument, his impressive musicality and the clarity of his playing. Since 1977, he has made regular concert and radio appearances as a soloist and chamber player. His numerous concerts abroad, in particular at Carnegie Hall, the Amsterdam Concertgebouw and Radio-Berlin, established him as a leading performer.

The Lost Fingers

By exercising remarkable musicianship, heavenly vocals and creative arrangements, along with a keen sense of humor and eccentric fashion, this quartet transforms pop/rock music classics performed in a Django gypsy jazz style with a hint of blue grass. Their creativity and virtuosity allows them to take the listener on a entertaining music journey. This is a remarkable, high energy and fun show is designed for music lovers, pop-culture aficionados, and even conservative jazz experts.

“The Lost Fingers blew the roof off the tent. What a performance!!! They were absolutely outstanding.” – Jan Riley – Artistic Director, PEI Jazz & Blues

Program
Edward Elzear “Zez” Confrey, Kitten on the Keys (4 min)
George Antheil, A Jazz Symphony (12 min)
Kurt Weill, Mack the Knife (3 min)
John Harbison, Remembering Gatsby (6 min)
Byron Mikaloff (arr.), Misbehavin’ to the Rhythm in Nagasaki: A Gypsy Jazz Medley in the Style of Django Reinhardt (5 min)
Cole Porter, Let’s Misbehave
Harry Warren and Mort Dixon, Nagasaki
George Gershwin, I’ve Got Rhythm
David Schiff, Stomp (7 min)
George Gershwin, Rhapsody in Blue (16 min)

Maison symphonique
February 22, 2025 at 8:30pm
Followed by a festive evening in the foyers with The Lost Fingers

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