St. Louis Symphony principal percussionist Will James is joined by pianist Peter Henderson and other members of the St. Louis Symphony for music inspired by the rhythms and sounds of Africa. Will James will play two works for solo marimba, and Peter Henderson will play music by Scott Joplin, William Grant Still and St. Louis’ own Fred Onovwerosuoke.
William Grant Still (1895-1978) and Scott Joplin (c.1867-1917) are profiled at AfriClassical.com,
which features a Bibliography and comprehensive Works List for each by Prof. Dominique-René de
Lerma, http://www.CasaMusicaledeLerma.com.
Chris Peimann writes:
Hi
Friends! Happy New Year! As you probably know, the music of the
wonderful and talented FredO will be featured on our upcoming concert,
Sheldon Classics: Africa, on January 28. We would love to offer
discounted tickets to the concert to members of African Musical Arts,
Songs of Africa Ensemble, friends, family, and anyone else that you
think would be interested in hearing this unique concert! A flier is
attached – please feel free to distribute as you see fit – and the
details are also below if text is easier to deal with.
Thank you so much!
Chris
A Special Offer for Mosaic Project Members:
“Sheldon Classics: Africa”
featuring members of the St. Louis Symphony
January 28 at 8 p.m.
Sheldon Concert Hall
3648 Washington Blvd.
St.
Louis Symphony principal percussionist Will James is joined by pianist
Peter Henderson and other members of the St. Louis Symphony for music
inspired by the rhythms and sounds of Africa. Will James will play two
works for solo marimba, and Peter Henderson will play music by Scott
Joplin, William Grant Still and St. Louis’ own Fred Onovwerosuoke.
Sponsored by Will and Ann Lee Konneker Welcomed by RAF-STL
Special Offer: $15 Orchestra Level tickets!
Promo Code: AFRICA15
Visit MetroTix.com/promotions, or mention the code by phone at 314.534.1111, in person at any MetroTix outlet or The Fox Box Office at 531 N. Grand Blvd.
** Not valid on previously purchased tickets, valid for 1/28/15 performance only, subject to availability
Chris Peimann
Director of Marketing and Publicity
Sheldon Concert Hall and Art Galleries
3648 Washington Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63108
Comment by email:
This is awesome – thank you so much! Chris Peimann
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