Seattle Symphony: Wynton Marsalis – 'A Fiddler's Tale' Suite

Anton Arensky – String Quartet No. 2 in A minor, Op. 35
Kenji Bunch – String Circle
Wynton Marsalis – A Fiddler's Tale Suite

Musicians of the Seattle Symphony take center stage to perform the music of Wynton Marsalis' A Fiddler's Tale, a jazz-infused take on the dangers of making a deal with the devil. Paying homage to the Russian and American inspirations of A Fiddler's Tale, the program begins with Anton Arensky’s lush string quartet and an upbeat medley of American music styles from bluegrass to funk by Portland-based composer Kenji Bunch.

The concert will take place at 7:30pm.

Season subscription packages are now available. Individual ticket prices TBD.

About Seattle Symphony

The Seattle Symphony unleashes the power of music, brings people together and lifts the human spirit. Recognized as one of the “most vital American orchestras” (NPR), the Seattle Symphony is internationally acclaimed for its inventive programming, community-minded initiatives and superb recordings on the Seattle Symphony Media label.

With a strong commitment to new music and a legacy of over 150 recordings, the orchestra has garnered five Grammy Awards, 26 Grammy nominations, two Emmy Awards and was named Gramophone’s 2018 Orchestra of the Year.

The Symphony performs in Benaroya Hall in the heart of downtown Seattle from September through July, reaching over 500,000 people annually through live performances and radio broadcasts.