As the holiday season approaches, some of the most innovative and thrilling saxophone performances are just around the corner. Whether you’re a devoted saxophonist or simply a jazz fan, December 2024 offers a lineup you won’t want to miss.
Arthur White, nationally recognized recording jazz artist and composer, shares the details of these upcoming events.
Kenari Quartet: Schneider Concerts at The New School
- When: Sunday, December 8, 2024 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (EST)
- Where: The New School Auditorium, 66 West 12th Street, New York, NY
- Tickets: $20 ($17 senior/disability, $5 student standby)
Prepare for an unforgettable afternoon with the Kenari Quartet, presented by Schneider Concerts.
Their program includes works by renowned composers such as Béla Bartók and Johann Sebastian Bach, with intricate arrangements that highlight the instrument’s versatility. Selections from Guillermo Lago, William Bolcom, and John Mackey round out the lineup.
Available both online and in-person, this concert promises a deep dive into the artistry of the saxophone. Whether you stream it from home or attend live, be sure to catch this one-of-a-kind performance.
Kirkland Choral Society & Philharmonia Northwest
- When: Sunday, December 8, 2024 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (PST)
- Where: Bellevue Presbyterian Church, Bellevue, WA
- Tickets: $25 ($20 senior/student; ages 12 & under free with adult)
The Kirkland Choral Society and Philharmonia Northwest will perform an uplifting program that includes works by Sarah Quartel, Eric Whitacre, and Andrew Lloyd Webber. The immersive arrangements provide a harmonious blend of woodwinds and strings that music artists will appreciate.
Bent Frequency: Wattage
- When: Thursday, December 12, 2024 | 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM (EST)
- Where: Atlanta Contemporary, Atlanta, GA
- Tickets: Free (RSVP requested)
Immerse yourself in an avant-garde experience with Bent Frequency, an ensemble celebrated for pushing artistic boundaries. Their Wattage event blends experimental sounds with visual artistry. Featuring bold compositions and unexpected sonic textures, this event is sure to inspire creativity.
National Sawdust: Bang on a Can All-Stars Play Julia Wolfe
- When: Thursday, December 12, 2024 | 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM (EST)
- Where: National Sawdust, Brooklyn, NY
- Tickets: $44.48
National Sawdust hosts the Bang on a Can All-Stars for a concert featuring works by Julia Wolfe. Her compositions, such as Big Beautiful Dark and Scary and Reeling, evoke powerful emotions and challenge traditional musical forms.
Composers Concordance: Chamber vs. The 1s & 2s
- When: Saturday, December 14, 2024 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EST)
- Where: Red Eye NY, New York, NY
- Tickets: $20 in advance, $30 at the door
Experience a blend of chamber music and modern beats with Composers Concordance. This unique event brings together the CompCord Ensemble for a program featuring works by Gilbert Galindo and Gene Pritsker.
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