An inspiring tribute to the American spirit, this patriotic program features music by some of the nation's most influential composers. From Copland's bold Fanfare for the Common Man to the jazzy brilliance of Gershwin's Concerto in F—performed by pianist Albert Cano Smit — this concert showcases the diversity and creativity of American music. Ives's playful Variations on America, Hanson's powerful Symphony No. 6, and Sousa's rousing Washington Post March round out an evening filled with pride, energy, and celebration.