Richmond, VA — Join us for a performance from the phenomenal Doug Richards Orchestra of their newest work on September 20th at 7:30PM in the Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall.
This 17-piece jazz orchestra, comprised of the top musicians in the region, is directed by retired VCUarts Music faculty, and founder of the VCU Jazz Studies Program, Doug Richards. The DRO will perform selections from Prof. Richards’ most recent album Through A Sonic Prism, featuring his innovative interpretations of bossa nova and samba masterpieces by Antonio Carlos Jobim, as well as Richards’ arrangements of classics by George Gershwin, Duke Ellington, Harold Arlen, Cole Porter, and Richard Rogers.
The orchestra will feature the stunning artistry of vocalist Laura Ann Singh, a wide-ranging virtuoso singer, specializing in the music of Brazil.
This concert is presented in collaboration with JAMinc, a local non-profit whose mission is simple, but powerful – to open minds, hearts and ears to music deserving a wider audience through education, performance, and support. JAMinc has helped deliver music to nearly 100,000 students and countless music lovers in the Richmond VA area.
Come hear why Richards was hailed by the famed music critic Martin Williams as “the most original writer for big band since Gil Evans.”
Performance September 20, 2024 at 7:30PM in the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts (922 Park Ave Richmond, VA 23284).
Tickets: $25. Discounts available for students and VCU Music Staff/Faculty, VCU Students, and high school students. Find tickets here.
*Photos by Peter McElhinney