Tag: Detroit
'Tod Machover and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra Premiere Detroit's 'Symphony in D'
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'Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Detroit Public Television Host NYE Party
Still can’t decide what to do for New Year’s Eve? The Detroit Symphony Orchestra and Detroit Public Television are hosting the first DPTV-DSO Live from Orchestra Hall gala and concert. Even if you cannot make it to the concert hall, you can tune into the show at home or watch online! The special broadcast will be hosted by DPTV’s Fred Nahhat and the host of Michigan Public Radio’s "All Things Considered," Jennifer White. The event is a black-tie affair. Led by the DSO’s Principal Pops Conductor Jeff Tyzik, the orchestra will perform a swinging combination of jazz standards like “Sweet Georgia Brown” and “Ain’t Misbehavin’” featuring jazz trumpet legend Byron Stripling and organist Bobby Floyd, as well as light classical selections by Strauss and Smetana. Guests will be invited to sing along with a full orchestral performance of “Auld Lang Syne,” making the audience literally part of the show. The party will continue following the concert with a choice of traditional dance band, jazz lounge and dance club atmospheres throughout The Max. -
'Memphis Jookin or Detroit Jittin: Urban Dance Craze Alive in Motor City, Onlookers Recount Dance Duels
Dance movements of any particular urban sect seem to vary depending on the city and state (sometimes, even the borough). I wouldn't be surprised if at some point the "Showtime!" dancers on the MTA coined their own style of dance (perhaps "Subway Slinging," as they sling themselves from the railings).
