Shane Lalani Center for the Arts in Livingston continues its new ‘Shane Center Presents’ concert series with a special one-man show by composer, pianist and Montana Humanities winner Philip Aaberg on Wednesday, April 19th. The show begins at 7pm.
Philip Aaberg writes music that connects a global audience to the sweeping landscape of the West. By translating Montana’s farms, ranches, and native cultures into musical concepts, he’s forged a unique keyboard style that paints an audible portrait of his home state. Although classically trained, Philip celebrates many traditions with his compositions. He weaves strains of blues and bluegrass as well as rock and new music throughout his melodic tapestries.
Besides playing piano with the Boston Pops and participating in the Marlboro Chamber Music Festival, Philip has appeared with Peter Gabriel, Elvin Bishop, and the Doobie Brothers. He has cut twelve solo albums, one of which, Live from Montana, received a 2002 Grammy nomination. As a guest artist, Philip has performed on over 200 albums and on PBS’s “All-American Jazz,” which earned him an Emmy nomination.
“He is a true composer, as well as a great interpreter,” says fellow pianist George Winston. “His music so deeply captures the essence of Montana and yet it is so universal.”
Other concerts in the ‘Shane Center Presents’ series will include NY NY Dueling Pianos on July 14th at the Shane Center and July 15th in Bozeman, as well as Robin and Linda Williams on Sept. 28th.
This show is expected to sell out, so please plan accordingly. Individual ticket pricing is $30 for adults, $23 for seniors/college students/military and $15 for youth. Make advanced reservations at www.theshanecenter.org or call the box office at (406) 222-1420. Concessions available. UV air filtration in the Dulcie Theatre and lobby.
The inaugural season of ‘Shane Center Presents’ is generously underwritten by Carol Glenn & Sal Lalani and Donald B. Gimbel. •
