Celebrate New Year's Eve With The Cincinnati Pops

Acclaimed singer Morgan James joins John Morris Russell and the Pops Cincinnati Pops Orchestra Presented by PNC John Morris Russell , conductor Morgan James , vocals Music Hall Sunday , December 31 , 2017 - 8 p.m. Tickets start at $ 25 and are available by calling : ( 513 ) 381 - 3300 or visiting www.cincinnatipops.org.

Join JMR and the Pops , featuring the bewitching jazz vocalist Morgan James of Postmodern Jukebox fame , for a sophisticated evening of cocktails and enchanting music. Order early for the best seats at the best price ! Pops Series Spon sor : Presenting Sponsor : The Dr. John and Louise Mulford Fund for the CSO CINCINNATI - John Morris Russell conducts the Cincinnati Pops at newly renovated Music Hall for the Orchestra's annual New Year's Eve concert celebration.

Russell and the Cincinnati Pops will be joined by Morgan James , renowned vocalist known for her work with Postmodern Jukebox. The popular singer just released an album titled Hunter , and is touring Europe throughout the month of December , ending her year in Cincinnati. She will be p erforming a selection from her first release as an independent artist , as well hits from greats like Otis Redding , Joni Mitchell and Prince alongside of the Cincinnati Pops. Tickets for this concert start at just $ 25 and are available by calling the Box Office at ( 513 ) 381 - 3300 or visiting www.cincinnatipops.org.

The Cincinnati Pops is grateful to the Pops Series Sponsor , PNC. M ajor underwriting for the Pops is provided by Mrs. Edyth B. Lindner. Presenting Sponsor for this concert is The Dr. John and Louise Mulford Fund for the CSO. John Morris Russell , conductor A remarkable artist with boundless enthusiasm for music - making of all kinds , John Morris Russell is a modern conductor who engages and enthralls audiences with the full breadth of the orchestral experience. Conductor of the Cincinnati Pops since 2011 , Mr. Russell's diverse programming and electric stage presence have infused new creativity and energy into one of the world's most iconic pops orchestras.

Consistently winning international praise for his extraordinary music - making and visionary leadership , this Ohio native is also Music Director and Principal Conductor of the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra in South Carolina where Mr. Russell's commitment has yielded a new level of artistic excellence , as well as Principal Pops Conductor of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. A popular guest conductor throughout the Unit ed States and Canada , he also holds the title of Conductor Laureate with the Windsor Symphony Orchestra in Ontario , Canada , where he served as Music Director for eleven years.

With the Cincinnati Pops , Mr. Russell regularly leads sold - out performances at Cincinnati's Music Hall. Additionally , he conducts the Pops at the Riverbend Music Center and in concerts throughout the Greater Cincinnati region and on tour. Mr. Russell has c ollaborated with generations of great performers including the late Ray Charles and Rosemary Clooney , as well as Idina Menzel , Vince Gill , Branford Marsalis , Brian Stokes Mitchell , Megan Hilty , Michael McDonald , George Takei , Amy Grant , Brian Wilson , Katha rine McPhee and Marvin Winans.

A sought - after guest conductor across the continent , Mr. Russell's recent engagements include the Los Angeles Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl , the New York Philharmonic , Toronto Symphony Orchestra , The Cleveland Orchestra and Vancouver Symphony Orchestra , among many other ensembles.

Morgan James One voice is all it takes. The right vocalist can make you fall in love at first listen , elicit tears , or bring you back to a different era altogether. A microphone and a stage remain the only necessities. That holds true for New York - based soul singer , songwriter , and Broadway chanteuse Morgan James. Her latest studio album is her first as an independent artist , and" Reckless Abandon" is her most persona l outing yet. Morgan assumed co - writing duties on all twelve tracks and sang all her own background vocals.

The album is stocked with lush horns and harmonies , and stretches limbs between genres for a sound all its own. From the Rufus inspired soul swagger of the opening track" Up In Smoke" , to the delicious R & B slow jam" You Thought Not" , to the infectious soulful pop of" Unworthy" , MJ takes the listener into her new era of freedom and empowerment. On her full - length debut for Epic Records , " Hunter , " she cast an unbreakable spell with a powerhouse voice , theatrical swing , and a soulful poise. " Hunter " boasts a powerful and personal rendition of Prince's " Call My Name " ( reached Top 15 at Urban AC radio and # 1 most added ).

Morgan assumed co - writing duties o n eight of the collection's eleven tracks and performed all of her own background vocals and harmonies. From the empowering farewell of " Fed Up On You " to the mournful rumination of " Say The Words " , or the soulful duet with Grammy Award winner Robert Glasp er ," Let Me Keep You" , she continually bares it all - both emotionally and musically. In addition to" Reckless Abandon" and" Hunter" ,

Morgan has released a live tribute to Nina Simone ," Morgan James Live" ( Epic Records ) , as well as an EP featuring some of h er fan's favorite covers ," YouTube Sessions". She also recorded a tribute to Joni Mitchell's seminal" Blue" , which can be found on iTunes and YouTube. ( She can also be heard on countless theatre and concept soundtracks ). Morgan is proud to note that no voc al tuning of any kind has been used on any of her albums.

Morgan's music videos have accumulated more than 80 million views ( and climbing ). With viral sensation Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox , Morgan toured the US , Europe , Australia and New Zealand. She is currently on the road touring with her band ! The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra gratefully acknowledges support from the following : Chris Pinelo Vice President of Communications ( 513 ) 744 - 3338 - direct ( 859 ) 466 - 1089 - mobile cpinelo @ cincinnatisymphony.org

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