Celebrating Louis Armstrong’s legacy, the project also features classical pianist Cecile Licad and players from Jazz at Lincoln Center.
Anna Thorvaldsdottir’s Before we fall positively overwhelms in a performance from cellist Johannes Moser and conductor Dalia Stasevska.
The orchestra celebrates its connection to the modernist maestro with a bold, innovative concert.
There are likely Lord of the Rings fans in the orchestra, judging by the total commitment the musicians show in this brilliant film score.
Under guest conductor Tatsuya Shimono, the reinforced orchestra turns in a spectacular performance of Gustav Holst’s popular showpiece.