MARSALIS & MUSSORGSKY REIMAGINED

The event "Marsalis & Mussorgsky Reimagined" is a highlight of the CSO + Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Festival, featuring an exhilarating collaboration between acclaimed artists. Conducted by Cristian Măcelaru, renowned violinist Nicola Benedetti will perform Wynton Marsalis’ Grammy Award-winning Violin Concerto, which travels from a blues-infused dream to a lively Mardi Gras celebration and a spirited barnyard throwdown. The festival also showcases a reimagined orchestration of Mussorgsky’s "Pictures at an Exhibition," arranged by Marsalis and Măcelaru, delivering vibrant and energetic interpretations that breathe new life into each tableau. This dynamic weekend celebrates the partnership between Măcelaru and Marsalis, blending contemporary works with classic orchestral favorites, alongside the esteemed Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.