The Music of Phil Collins/Genesis
Erie Philharmonic ready to 'turn it on again' for new Pops Season
BEGINNING SATURDAY, SEPT. 21
Phil Collins's rock'n'roll style of drumming is coming to the Warner Theatre as the Erie Philharmonic kicks off its Pops Season with "The Music of Phil Collins/Genesis," featuring Jeremy Saje as vocalist. With a career of over 50 years, Collins has helped shape rock music for generations with his iconic prog-rock approach — highlighted by exceptional technical ability, complex time signatures, and revolutionary use of electronic drums.
"From 'In the Air Tonight' to 'Invisible Touch' to 'Tarzan,' Phil Collins is responsible for some of the most cherished musical moments from the '70s to the present day," the Philharmonic describes. "His songs from the legendary band Genesis and his solo work are a consistent soundtrack to our lives and will be presented in a way they've never been heard before — reimagined for full orchestra with a phenomenal front-man and all-star band."
Collins began playing drums at six, inspired by The Beatles, The Who, and the Northwest London-based band The Action. Collins' dedication to music after the breakup of his first band led to him to audition for Genesis in 1970, learning the songs by ear as he listened to the other auditions at singer Peter Gabriel's house and getting the job as the band's fourth drummer. After Peter Gabriel left the band in August 1975, Collins took over as lead vocalist starting on the 1976 album A Trick Of The Tail, released to critical success and acclaim on the U.S. and UK charts due to its mainstream rock style.
Saje, the frontman performing with the Erie Philharmonic, currently performs with Seriously Phil, a Southern-California-based tribute group for the music of Phil Collins and Genesis that has performed across North America, with orchestral performances by the Niagara Symphony Orchestra and the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra.
Saturday, Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 22 at 3 p.m. // Warner Theatre, 811 State St. // $17-$66 // For tickets and info visit: eriephil.org
