Virginia Symphony Orchestra at Ferguson Center for the Arts

Drummer/composer Jae Sinnett has been leading his Hampton Roads-based trio for over 20 years. Respectfully, it’s one of the great performing, touring, recording and versatile jazz ensembles in the country. Now the trio goes into new territory, teaming up with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra for an unforgettable and exciting evening of beautifully melodic jazz with orchestra accompaniment — think “jazz with strings.” Pianist Allen Farnham orchestrated five of Sinnett’s compositions and one timeless standard, “As Time Goes By.” Terry Burrell is the bassist. It will be an incredible evening of music and a rare opportunity to hear a special musical collaboration with the trio and the Virginia Symphony Orchestra...

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Drummer/composer Jae Sinnett has been leading his Hampton Roads-based trio for over 20 years. Respectfully, it’s one of the great performing, touring, recording and versatile jazz ensembles in the country. Now the trio goes into new territory, teaming up with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra for an unforgettable and exciting evening of beautifully melodic jazz with orchestra accompaniment — think “jazz with strings.” Pianist Allen Farnham orchestrated five of Sinnett’s compositions and one timeless standard, “As Time Goes By.” Terry Burrell is the bassist. It will be an incredible evening of music and a rare opportunity to hear a special musical collaboration with the trio and the Virginia Symphony Orchestra. Not to be missed!

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