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The Philadelphia Chamber Music Society

Sphinx Virtuosi - Josh Jones, percussion

Oct 18, 2024  at 7:30PM

Sphinx Virtuosi - Josh Jones, percussion

Oct 18, 2024  at 7:30PM

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American Form/s is a musical tapestry depicting the many sounds of American classical music. Vibrant, varied, storied, and new, the self-conducted string orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi takes audiences on a journey through classically-framed infusions of soul, bluegrass, jazz, blues, and elements of rag. Works range from reimaginings of Joplin’s joyous landscapes to the complex rhythms of Curtis Stewart and brilliant influences of immigrant composers like Teresa Carreño. Experience the intricate harmonies and world influences of Derrick Skye’s writing, as well as modern interpretations of soul-stirring spirituals and more in this program carefully and collaboratively curated to celebrate the richness of the American musical landscape.

A native of Chicago, Illinois, Josh Jones started hitting things at age 2 and received his first drum set at age 3. Josh began his formal studies in percussion with the Percussion Scholarship Program under the direction of Chicago Symphony member Patricia Dash, and Chicago Lyric Opera member Douglas Waddell. He earned his Bachelor’s in Music from DePaul School of music and was the orchestra fellow of both the Detroit and Pittsburgh symphonies. In 2022, Josh joined the Grant Park Festival Orchestra as Principal Percussionist. Josh has been featured at Carnegie Hall, on radio and television, and has had two short documentaries made about his musical development and experience. He also authored a percussion method book series, “Spatial Studies for Hitting Things”, and writes musical and philosophical blogs on his website, drummojo.com. Josh really enjoys giving back to the community as well as mentoring young musicians and traveling.

American Form/s 
Taylor: Daydreaming (A Fantasy on Scott Joplin)* 
Joplin: Treemonisha Overture (Arr. Jannina Norpoth, Jessie Montgomery)** 
Coleridge-Taylor: Four Novelletten, Op. 52 
Becenti: Hané for String Quartet** 
Carreño: Serenade for Strings (IV. Finale, Tempo di Marcia) 
Skye: American Mirror Part One** 
Stewart: Drill*  Philadelphia Premiere

commissioned by Sphinx Virtuosi 
** arranged for Sphinx Virtuosi 
Program order is subject to change.