Opening Gala with Cécile McLorin Salvant
About This Event
At David Geffen Hall the New York Philharmonic appears with conductor Anthony Parnther and guest vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant. Parnther, who works across orchestras in classical and contemporary repertoire, leads the ensemble while Salvant brings her jazz-rooted voice and innovative interpretations into a symphonic context.
About Being Alive(song)
Stephen Sondheim’s “Being Alive,” from *Company*, arrives at the end of the musical as Robert finally names his need for connection, accepting that intimacy carries risk as well as refuge. First heard on Broadway in 1970, the song has become part of New York’s theater vocabulary, often treated as a late-career self-portrait for the modern city dweller. At David Geffen Hall, the New York Philharmonic under Anthony Parnther joins guest vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant in a classical concert setting. Stripped of staging, its plainspoken construction reads with unusual force.
About the Artists
New York Philharmonic
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of the New York Philharmonic, one of the world's most prestigious classical music ensembles. With its home at the iconic David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center, this orchestra serves as a cornerstone of New York City's vibrant cultural landscape.
Anthony Parnther
Anthony Parnther is an American conductor who has worked with various orchestras and ensembles, specializing in classical music and contemporary works.
Cécile McLorin Salvant
Cécile McLorin Salvant is an acclaimed American jazz singer known for her unique vocal style and innovative interpretations of jazz standards and original compositions.