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Carnegie Hall Presents
Cécile McLorin Salvant: Ogresse
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
7:30 PM
Zankel Hall
Cécile McLorin Salvant’s most daring and multifaceted creation yet, Ogresse is a musical and theatrical tour-de-force by an incomparable artist. It is a haunting, wryly humorous, and “staggeringly original” (The Wall Street Journal) work that blends jazz, chamber music, opera, art song, and many generations of storytelling traditions into a whole that feels at once ancient and cutting edge. Featuring Salvant’s original libretto, costumes of her own design, visual projections, and an ensemble led by Darcy James Argue, this is a true passion project that continues to evolve with each performance. Take advantage of the opportunity to experience it in the dynamic Zankel Hall.
Performers
Cécile McLorin Salvant, Vocals
Darcy James Argue, Conductor
Helen Sung, Piano, Organ and Melodica
Josh Roseman, Trombone and Tuba
Ted Nash, Woodwinds
Warren Wolf, Vibraphone and Marimba
Brandon Seabrook, Guitar and Banjo
Tom Christensen, Horn
Kirk Knuffke, Trumpet
David Wong, Bass
Samuel Torres, Percussion
Olivia De Prato, Violin
Ludovica Burtone, Violin
Victor Lowrie, Viola
Nathan Watts, Cello
Event Duration
The performance will last approximately 90 minutes with no intermission.
Support for this program is provided by the Morris and Alma Schapiro Fund.