King of Rag
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King of Rag
The Life and Music of Scott Joplin
Friday, February 9, 2018 at 3:00pm
Portage District Library
Series:
Community and EducationJoin us for this KSO original production honoring the great African-American composer and pianist, Scott Joplin. KSO musicians will perform some of Joplin's best known works while they tell the story of his life and work.
Featured Artists
Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra Artists in Residence
- Julia Neckermann, Violin
- Lisa A. Williams, Violin
- Grace Byrd, Viola
- Igor Cetkovic, Cello
- Gabriel Renteria-Elyea, Oboe
- Georgiy Borisov, Clarinet
- Edward "Kip" Hickman, Trombone
- Mark Guthrie, Percussion
Program
King of Rag: The Life and Music of Scott Joplin