Watford City Area Concert Series Welcomes 13-piece Big Band, Rhapsody & the Blues

Members of the Watford City Area Concert Association can look forward to the season opening concert for the 2024-25 Concert Series on Thursday, Oct. 24 at the Watford City High School Performing Arts Center. Prepared to energized and wowed by the 13-piece big band, Rhapsody and the Blues, featuring Canadian trumpeter Jens Lindemann.

This is the first NEW arrangement of Gershwin’s iconic work since the original dance band version of 1924 and the ensuing orchestral arrangement of 1942. Masterfully arranged by Matt Catingub, this rendition will feature a special guest pianist and internationally renowned solo virtuoso Jens Lindemann on piccolo trumpet. Hear the Rhapsody as you never have before in an exciting rendition that pays homage to the legacy of this extraordinary work. This arrangement was created especially for big band, so it swings with a quicker beat. This concert will also feature the music of Duke Ellington, Oscar Peterson, Nat King Cole and more. Come and hear an unbelievable and historic evening to celebrate 100 years of easily one of the most iconic piano works ever written.

The 2024-2025 Concert Series is a membership-based organization that brings in nationally acclaimed entertainers throughout the year. It is in its sixth season and continues to be committed to providing high quality entertainment at an affordable rate for members of the community. All first responders and military members will be able to attend this concert free of charge.

While individual tickets are available to this event for $30 per adult (youth are free), a 2024-25 concert series membership is recommended to get affordable admission to the concerts throughout the year. A $50 membership grants access to five Watford City based concerts as well as reciprocity with concert series lineups in Williston, Dickinson, Crosby and Hazen. There are a variety of membership levels to choose from. To find out more contact Jessie Scofield, Long X Arts Foundation Director, at 701-770-8659 or [email protected] or visit longxarts.com/concert-series.html.