The Symphony season continues with two works inspired by the heavens. Mary Lou Williams is best known as a teacher and mentor to a “who’s who list" of jazz icons such as Miles Davis, Thelonius Monk and Dizzy Gillespie. Aaron Diehl, one of the foremost jazz pianists of our time, has traveled the world championing “Zodiac” Suites with its melding of jazz and classical ideas. Mozart’s final symphony places a tremendous coda on his symphonic legacy with his legendary grasp of melody and drama.  

PROGRAM

Mary Lou Williams – Zodiac Suite with the Aaron Diehl Trio

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Symphony No. 41 in C – Jupiter