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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · 7d

A few words about the upcoming World Premiere of James Lee III's "Concerto in A" with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Matthew Kraemer, celebrating the centennial of George Gershwin's "Concerto in F".
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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · 18d

Welcome Glacier Symphony Orchestra and Music Director John Zoltek - Orchestra #64 - Montana #2 - to the Rhapsody National Initiative
"Rhapsody in Red, White & Blue"
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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · 21d

Truly enjoyable reflection ofmy life and the future with the inspiring Robert Miller:
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#followyourdreampodcast #robertmiller

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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · 22d

George Gershwin selected this piano a century ago for banker, Louis Kaufman. This weekend I'll play "Rhapsody in Blue" on this piano with the Marquette Symphony in Kaufman Concert Hall. The spirit of George will fill the air! www.uppermichiganssource.com/2025/10/02/m...

Marquette Symphony Orchestra invites guest artist for Saturday concert

Jeffrey Biegel is a pianist from the New York City area. He’ll open the Saturday show with George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue.

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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · 23d

Welcome El Paso Symphony Orchestra and Maestro Bohuslav Rattay - Orchestra #63 in the Rhapsody National Initiative - Peter Boyer's "Rhapsody in Red, White & Blue"!Thank you to 'Bo' and Ruth Ellen Jacobson!
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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · 23d

George Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue" this weekend with the Marquette Symphony Orchestra on the Steinway selected by George Gershwin a century ago! @apnews.com @detroitfreepress.bsky.social @usatoday.com

Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · 25d

Welcome Michigan Philharmonic and Music Director Nan Washburn - Orchestra #62 in the 'Rhapsody National Initiative' featuring Peter Boyer's 'Rhapsody in Red, White & Blue' for the 2026-27 season!
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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Sep 10

First up in the new 25-26 concert season. Thank you, America.

Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Sep 10

After a September 1985 performance forty years ago, Leonard Bernstein launched my career in a letter in October. The result: a New York Lincoln Center recital debut.

Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Sep 8

First in the new concert season is the Lake Washington Symphony Orchestra this weekend. Announcing orchestra #62 shortly plus several others joining the Rhapsody Initiative. An unprecedented unity through music.

Laurence H. Tribe @tribelaw.bsky.social · Aug 30

Bringing unity through music, pianist Jeffrey Biegel's 21st century initiative joins 60+ orchestras in all 50 states for Peter Boyer's "Rhapsody in Red, White & Blue". It nourishes our souls, and I encourage orchestras to join this evolving historic moment.

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Boyer-Biegel Rhapsody project reaches 50-state goal; Naxos to release London Symphony Orchestra recording – Peter Boyer: Propulsive Music

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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Sep 1

The Rhapsody Initiative reaches the half point of four seasons exclusive tour with 61 orchestras, still growing. The final list of endorsers is below. Thank you, profoundly and respectfully, to everyone supporting this unprecedented landmark project. "Rhapsody in Red, White & Blue" by Peter Boyer.

Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Sep 1

"Want an exciting programming choice for your orchestra? Jeffrey Biegel playing Peter Boyer's "Rhapsody in Red, White & Blue" is the ticket. A work that celebrates the Gershwin Rhapsody as well as the sound of America, it is the musical equivalent of a fireworks display."
- Jennifer Higdon

Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Aug 31

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Rhapsody in Red, White and Blue

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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Aug 31

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Jeffrey Biegel performs Peter Boyer's "Rhapsody in Red, White & Blue" with LSO

YouTube video by Naxos Music

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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Aug 30

With humble respect and a grateful heart to @tribelaw.bsky.social for sharing my vision spreading unity for people and orchestras through music.

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Laurence H. Tribe @tribelaw.bsky.social · Aug 30

Bringing unity through music, pianist Jeffrey Biegel's 21st century initiative joins 60+ orchestras in all 50 states for Peter Boyer's "Rhapsody in Red, White & Blue". It nourishes our souls, and I encourage orchestras to join this evolving historic moment.

propulsivemusic.com/news/2024/01...

Boyer-Biegel Rhapsody project reaches 50-state goal; Naxos to release London Symphony Orchestra recording – Peter Boyer: Propulsive Music

propulsivemusic.com

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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Aug 30

Thank you for sharing my vision of bringing unity through music. Your support illuminates my mission and furthers the objective. @tribelaw.bsky.social

Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Aug 30

Thank you, @tribelaw.bsky.social for sharing and supporting my vision through music! @apnews.com @brooklyncollege.bsky.social @harvard.edu

Laurence H. Tribe @tribelaw.bsky.social · Aug 30

Bringing unity through music, pianist Jeffrey Biegel's 21st century initiative joins 60+ orchestras in all 50 states for Peter Boyer's "Rhapsody in Red, White & Blue". It nourishes our souls, and I encourage orchestras to join this evolving historic moment.

propulsivemusic.com/news/2024/01...

Boyer-Biegel Rhapsody project reaches 50-state goal; Naxos to release London Symphony Orchestra recording – Peter Boyer: Propulsive Music

propulsivemusic.com

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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Aug 29

"Every collaboration requires dedication and total commitment from each member of a new endeavor. Selfless service to the evolution of one's talents to the larger landscape provides the foundation of anything worthwhile for future generations to sustain and carry forward."
-Jeffrey Biegel

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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Aug 23

Melissa Manchester - A National Treasure. Listen to Melissa share the Genesis of "AWAKE!" for Piano and Orchestra.

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Melissa Manchester on Music, Acting, and Her Star-Studded New Album

YouTube video by Lifeminute

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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Jul 15

Thanks @showbiz411.bsky.social for your story - 3 Concertos for Piano and Orchestra - July 18 (PA) July 19 (NY) - Melissa Manchester - Neil Sedaka - Jimmy Webb. Melissa and Jimmy will be there! Pianist Jeffrey Biegel, Endless Mountain Music Festival. www.showbiz411.com/2025/07/14/c...

Classical Pop: Melissa Manchester Debuts Serious Piano Piece This Week at NY Music Fest, Along with Neil Sedaka, Jimmy Webb Works - Showbiz411

Neil Sedaka — we know him for “Laughing in the Rain” and “Breaking Up is Hard to Do.” Melissa Manchester — she had huge hits with “Midnight Blue” and “Don’t Cry Out Loud.” Jimmy Webb — “Wichita Linema...

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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Jul 6

Dear Bette,
On July 19, I perform the World Premiere of Melissa Manchester's "AWAKE!"composed for me. Before the performance, I will read personal messages from her friends. Would you consider writing a short message to congratulate Melissa on the birth of her music on her 50th anniversary tour?

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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Jul 6

My all time favorite. I love what you did with the Andrews Sisters classics.

Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Apr 24

"The 'Rhapsody in Red, White & Blue' by Peter Boyer grew into the first 50-state project for orchestras, without having to pay a commissioning fee...Orchestras can still sign on to perform it. It's also important for future generations of pianists." -Jeffrey Biegel. Alabama Premiere - April 28.

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Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Apr 13

UP NEXT! ALABAMA STATE PREMIERE - RHAPSODY NATIONAL INITIATIVE
Montgomery Symphony Orchestra
Jamie Reeves - Music Director
Peter Boyer - "Rhapsody in Red, White & Blue"

Orchestras and Conductors - Message me for details to join this unprecedented 50 states project through 26-27.

Jeffrey Biegel @jeffreybiegel.bsky.social · Apr 6

"Jeffrey is peerless in his passion for bringing meaningful, new music to life. No one but he could have conceived and executed a project as bold and impactful as the Rhapsody National Initiative. The 'Rhapsody in Red, White & Blue' stakes its claim as a worthy addition."
- Michael Butterman