Boston Wagner Society presents “Jonathan McPhee: The Essential Ring”
When:
Sunday, Nov 17, 2024 2:00p -
4:00p
Sunday, Nov 17, 2024 2:00p -
4:00p
Where:
Online event
Admission:
$10
Hosted by:
Categories:
History, Lectures & Conferences, Music, Virtual
Event website:
https://www.bostonwagnersociety.org/tickets-and-merch/p/non-member-ga-jonathan-mcphee
Opera and classical music lovers have a better chance than ever to experience Richard Wagner’s magnum opus, Götterdämmerung (The Ring Cycle), thanks to Massachusetts composer and conductor Jonathan McPhee. At this online event, the globally in-demand Music Director for Lexington Symphony demonstrates how he reduced the first half of Wagner’s 15-hour opus into a one-night, three-hour performance arranged for standard-sized orchestras. McPhee will also talk about his work on other grand pieces like Stravinsky’s “Rite of Spring” and “Firebird.” A fascinating behind-the-scenes story of meticulous, years-in-the-making musical detective work that any music fan will love. On Zoom. Free for Boston Wagner Society members; $10 for non-members. Tickets at bostonwagnersociety.org, Zoom link sent upon registration.
