Mas Presents: Grand Orquesta Navarre at The Savoy At Curtis Park

Grande Orquesta NavarreA Musical Supergroup with a TwistGrande Orquesta Navarre is a powerhouse ensemble of Colorado musicians, blending tango, classical, and original compositions into a sound that’s both delightfully nostalgic and refreshingly modern. Their eclectic programs span the evocative tangos of Astor Piazzolla and the timeless works of Tchaikovsky, while shining a spotlight on the imaginative compositions of Tom Hagerman, a member of the acclaimed rock band DeVotchKa.A Name with a StoryFormed in 2016, the group’s name draws inspiration from the whimsical, imagined sounds of Wes Anderson’s Grand Budapest Hotel, the Orquesta Típica (a traditional tango band), and Denver’s historic Navarre building, once a Victorian-era brothel turned local landmark.Meet the MusiciansGrande Orquesta Navarre features:Sara Parkinson: pianoEvan Orman: bandoneonSusan Cahill: bassTom Hagerman: violin and accordionFor this special performance, they’ll be joined by Nadya Hill on violin and voice.About Tom HagermanHagerman is celebrated for co-writing many of DeVotchKa’s beloved songs and composing scores for Denver’s Wonderbound ballet company...

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Grande Orquesta NavarreA Musical Supergroup with a TwistGrande Orquesta Navarre is a powerhouse ensemble of Colorado musicians, blending tango, classical, and original compositions into a sound that’s both delightfully nostalgic and refreshingly modern. Their eclectic programs span the evocative tangos of Astor Piazzolla and the timeless works of Tchaikovsky, while shining a spotlight on the imaginative compositions of Tom Hagerman, a member of the acclaimed rock band DeVotchKa.A Name with a StoryFormed in 2016, the group’s name draws inspiration from the whimsical, imagined sounds of Wes Anderson’s Grand Budapest Hotel, the Orquesta Típica (a traditional tango band), and Denver’s historic Navarre building, once a Victorian-era brothel turned local landmark.Meet the MusiciansGrande Orquesta Navarre features:Sara Parkinson: pianoEvan Orman: bandoneonSusan Cahill: bassTom Hagerman: violin and accordionFor this special performance, they’ll be joined by Nadya Hill on violin and voice.About Tom HagermanHagerman is celebrated for co-writing many of DeVotchKa’s beloved songs and composing scores for Denver’s Wonderbound ballet company. His works include 7 Deadly Sins, Idle Creatures, Reckoning at Red Herring Tavern, and Awakening Beauty (an adaptation of Tchaikovsky), which premiered in 2024 and featured Grande Orquesta Navarre alongside Nadya Hill and Shane Endsley.Critical Acclaim“In an era when everyone has seen and heard everything, this foursome feels fresh.”— Denver Westword, Best Chamber Orchestra 2017Experience Grande Orquesta Navarre—a genre-defying, boundary-blurring musical journey unlike anything you’ve heard before.The Savoy Denver2700 Arapahoe Street, Denver, COCocktails @ 7:00 pm, music @ 8:00 pm

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