American Fanfare | Augusta Symphony

Join the Augusta Symphony at the Miller Theater for American Fanfare– Part of the Piedmont Augusta Masterworks Series. A salute to American ingenuity, American Fanfare showcases the rhythm, vitality, and beauty of homegrown masterpieces.

John Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine bursts forward with propulsive energy, while Thomas Pandolfi brings his virtuosic flair to two Gershwin favorites – the jazzy Second Rhapsody and playful I Got Rhythm Variations. The concert reaches its peak with Aaron Copland’s Symphony No. 3, whose stirring finale features the iconic “Fanfare for the Common Man.”

This program radiates the optimism, courage, and innovation that define the American spirit.

Program:

Adams | Short Ride in a Fast Machine

Gershwin | Second Rhapsody

Gershwin | I Got Rhythm Variations

Copland | Symphony No. 3

Dirk Meyer, Music Director

Guest Artist, Thomas Pandolfi, Piano

The Masterworks Series offers a panoramic view of the orchestral world, pairing the timeless genius of composers like Mozart with the bold, innovative voices of today’s living composers. This series is designed to be a welcoming space where everyone can experience the raw emotional power and joy that only a live symphony can deliver.

To learn about Season Packages, visit AugustaSymphony.com. https://augustasymphony.com/season-packages/

Community event in Augusta, Richmond County, GA 30901.