Watch: The taxi horns of An American in Paris
Taxi horns are one way Gershwin’s An American in Paris captures “the vibrancy, vitality and energy” of Paris, percussionist James Musto says.
Watch this landmark film as the NJSO performs the score live, Nov 25–26 at NJPAC in Newark and State Theatre New Jersey in New Brunswick.
The Nov 26 performance is presented in collaboration with State Theatre New Jersey.
AN AMERICAN IN PARIS IN CONCERT WITH THE NJSO
2017–18 POPS
CONSTANTINE KITSOPOULOS conductor
PATRICIA WARD KELLY host
NEW JERSEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Fall in love with Paris all over again! Watch this 1951 classic film, starring Gene Kelly as a former American GI who falls for Parisian Leslie Caron, on the big screen while the NJSO plays the score live. Memorable songs of George and Ira Gershwin—including “Embraceable You,” “Nice Work If You Can Get It,” “I Got Rhythm,” “’S Wonderful” and “Our Love is Here to Stay”—plus captivating dancing from the two charismatic stars will deliver an unforgettable experience for movie lovers!