The Rooftop from ATTENTION! - Chris Thile & National Symphony Orchestra

Chris Thile performs "The Rooftop" from his new song cycle "ATTENTION!" with the National Symphony Orchestra, live at The Kennedy Center.
Known for his devilish dexterity and eclectic style, Thile seamlessly navigates genres from bluegrass to baroque. With multiple Grammys®, a MacArthur “Genius” grant, and hosting duties on Live From Here, Thile's brand new work features his whimsical songwriting, storytelling, and instrumental virtuosity. Don't miss this brilliant exploration of American music, both old and new!
Chris Thile: ATTENTION! A narrative song cycle for extroverted mandolinist and orchestra
Eric Jacobsen, conductor
Chris Thile, vocalist and mandolin
Ying Fu, violin
David Stevens, percussion
Moira Smiley, guest vocalist
EXIGENCE, A Sphinx Vocal Ensemble
Eugene Rogers, Director
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[@Prrrfectangel79]

Chris Thile's passion for music is so strong that not only can you feel it from a mile away, you can be knocked unconscious by it from a mile away as well! 🤩

[@KeelyBurnMusic]

Yay! An excerpt from "Attention!" I'm especially happy to hear this particular excerpt, as I recognized the melody from Chris' song "Mutton and Strawberries" that he debuted on his radio show, Live from Here. Hearing the choir break into that melody absolutely stunned me when I saw this performed live. I've missed Live from Here so much ever since it was cancelled, but its spirit lives on in this piece.

[@spokaneman7327]

“The kid from Nickelback.” 😂 Chris Thile is a national treasure!