Vancouver USA Arts and Music Festival

Conducted by Gerard Schwarz

Maestro Schwarz closes out VAMF with ana amazing modern work by living composer Valerie Coleman, along with a cello concerto and two Gershwin classics in this all-American program. Also featured are acclaimed soloists Julian Schwarz and Shelly Berg.

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Coleman Umoja: Anthem of Unity

Foote Cello Concerto, Op. 33*

~INTERMISSION~+

Gershwin Rhapsody in Blue**

Gershwin An American in Paris

*Julian Schwarz, cello

**Shelly Berg, piano

+During intermission, our host from All Classical Radio will interview Maestro Gerard Schwarz and cellist Julian Schwarz about American orchestral music, Gershwin, Foote, and Valerie Coleman.