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Pink Martini: World Music Meets Detroit Symphony
19 Jun
Summary
- Pink Martini performs with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra this weekend.
- The ensemble blends jazz, classical, Latin rhythms, and midcentury pop.
- The group sings in over 25 languages, reflecting its global appeal.
This weekend, Detroit's Orchestra Hall will host the internationally acclaimed ensemble Pink Martini for a series of three performances with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO). The shows, scheduled for June 19-21, feature the 'little orchestra' performing a program that artfully merges jazz, classical, Latin rhythms, and nostalgic midcentury pop.
Formed in 1994, Pink Martini has cultivated a devoted global following by embracing a musical style that defies easy categorization. Their repertoire draws from a wide array of influences, including samba, European cabaret, and American jazz standards, and spans over 25 languages.
This collaboration with the DSO continues Pink Martini's extensive history with orchestral music, dating back to their 1998 orchestral debut. The performances will showcase the band's lush arrangements and theatrical flair, enhanced by the DSO under the direction of Principal Pops Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez.
The Saturday, June 20th performance will offer an exclusive AfterDark experience, transforming Orchestra Hall into a nightclub with cocktails, bites, and DJ music following the concert.
