New Jersey Symphony: The Firebird with Xian Zhang

Xian Zhang conductor Jonathan Spitz cello Nimbus Dance | Samuel Pott, artistic director & choreographer New Jersey Symphony Johann Sebastian Bach Prelude from Cello Suite No. 2 Behold the majesty and wonder of solo Bach, as Principal Cello Jonathan Spitz spins this mesmerizing theme from thin air. Caroline Shaw Valencia The valencia orange, described as “a thing of nature, yet so complex and extraordinary” inspired this expertly-crafted spring quartet. Qasim Naqvi God Docks at Death Harbor (Piano Quintet Version) Naqvi calls this piece “a vision of our planet years from now … the quiet and peacefulness of a world restoring itself.” Nimbus Dance joins with brand new choreography, titled “Dark Water.” Igor Stravinsky Divertimento from The Fairy’s Kiss Stravinsky loved the Romantics like Tchaikovsky, and created this charming and lilting Divertimento after him. Igor Stravinsky Suite from The Firebird A tale of a deathless, tyrannical overlord in battle with a handsome young prince who’s aided by a magical bird. The Firebird has one of the most exciting finales in all classical music, brought to life here with Nimbus Dance at center stage for the Newark concerts.