The Regina Symphony Orchestra is reuniting with Ontario-based Jeans ‘n Classics for a homage to 2 of rock ‘n’ roll’s renowned piano guys. Released Sep 20, 2023 – Last upgraded 3 hours ago – 2 minute checked out Jean Meilleur and atrioventricular bundle from Jeans ‘n Classics will be carrying out hits by Billy Joel and Elton John together with the Regina Symphony Orchestra on Saturday at the Conexus Arts Centre. Picture by Rene Defayette. The Regina Symphony Orchestra is altering its tune for a season-opening efficiency on Saturday night at the Conexus Arts Centre. RSO has actually hired the gang from Jeans ‘n Classics for an unique discussion of Back to Back: Elton John and Billy Joel. The Ontario-based artists from Jeans ‘n Classics concentrate on carrying out with orchestras throughout North America, integrating traditional rock with the power of a symphony. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to check out the most recent news in your city and throughout Canada. Limitless online access to posts from throughout Canada with one account. Get special access to the Regina Leader-Post ePaper, an electronic reproduction of the print edition that you can share, download and discuss. Take pleasure in insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our acclaimed reporters. Assistance regional reporters and the next generation of reporters. Daily puzzles consisting of the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER FOR UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to check out the current news in your city and throughout Canada. Endless online access to short articles from throughout Canada with one account. Get special access to the Regina Leader-Post ePaper, an electronic reproduction of the print edition that you can share, download and talk about. Delight in insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our acclaimed reporters. Assistance regional reporters and the next generation of reporters. Daily puzzles consisting of the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or check in to continue with your reading experience. Gain access to short articles from throughout Canada with one account. Share your ideas and sign up with the discussion in the remarks. Take pleasure in extra posts monthly. Get e-mail updates from your preferred authors. “For 23 years now, the JnC method to integrating first-rate rock artists and symphonies has actually been a game-changer for orchestras in their mission to draw in brand-new and more extensive audiences,” states a media release. “Jeans ‘n Classics is a group of artists who comprehend orchestra culture and are dedicated to assist in the structure of more youthful, faithful audiences for chamber orchestra throughout North America.” Saturday’s performance acknowledges 2 of rock ‘n’ roll’s piano masters. The very first half is devoted to the music of Billy Joel, consisting of choices like Big Shot, Movin’ Out, and Piano Man. After the intermission, a homage to Elton John consists of hits like Tiny Dancer, Circle of Life, and Rocket Man. Denims ‘n Classics frontman Jean Meilleur and atrioventricular bundle have actually carried out with RSO in the past, consisting of in 2015’s popular homage to Pink Floyd. Prior to that program, Meilleur informed the Leader-Post that it’s tough to explain the experience of carrying out along with an orchestra, calling it “psychological and physical at the exact same time.” “A great deal of individuals may can be found in believing it’s sort of a trick,” he stated. “Then they hear it and they’re like, ‘Holy cow!’ “We have the guitars, we have the drums, we have the bass, so we have the (complete) rock band (experience). When they hear the symphony behind that … I believe they’re truly stunned and truly blown away by how it does work and how it truly equates musically. “It’s really, really effective.” Tickets can be bought through the RSO (reginasymphony.com, 306-586-9555) or the Conexus Arts Centre ticket office (conexusartscentre.ca, 306-525-9999). The RSO Soundcheck Program uses affordable tickets for those under the age of 30. They can go to any RSO show for just $20. More info at reginasymphony.com. KEEP IN MIND: Country star Brett Kissel, who was slated to check out the Conexus Arts Centre on Oct 8, has actually rescheduled the program to Feb 2. Present tickets will stay legitimate for the brand-new date. Refunds are offered up until Sept 26 at 4 p.m. Call 306-525-9999 with concerns.
RSO releases brand-new season by commemorating the music of Elton John and Billy Joel
