Christopher James Lees, conductor
Andy Akiho, steelpan
ANDY AKIHO Aka
ANDY AKIHO Ki-Iro
ANDY AKIHO Percussion Demo
ANDY AKIHO Beneath Lighted Coffers - Concerto for Steel Pan and Orchestra
A native of Columbia, SC, steel pannist and composer Andy Akiho has brilliantly crafted a way to unite the sunny sounds of the Caribbean with the colorful sounds of the orchestra. This one-hour concert features several short works from Akiho, whose music has been described as "alert and alive," "dramatic," and "vital" by The New York Times. Akiho's sound is rhythmic, accessible, fun and blurs the line between today's classical and pop scenes. The audience is in for a special treat as Akiho demonstrates the steelpan and shares insights about his compositions from the stage.
First Citizens Bank Plaza 128 S. Tryon St., Ste. 350 Charlotte, NC 28202 | Get Directions Tickets: 704.972.2000 Administration: 704.972.2003 Fax: 704.972.2012 ticketoffice@charlottesymphony.org
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