Beck and National Symphony Orchestra

Founded in 1931 in Washington, D.C., the National Symphony Orchestra is a celebrated American ensemble. It excels in classical and contemporary orchestral music, known for innovative programming and artistic excellence. The NSO commissions new works, has critically acclaimed recordings, and collaborates with diverse artists, including those in hip-hop. It was nominated for Gramophone's Orchestra of the Year.

Californian alternative icon Beck rose to fame with his 1994 hit Loser. Known for his fluid style spanning folk, hip-hop, funk, and rock, he won the Grammy for Album of the Year with 2014's Morning Phase and released acclaimed records like Odelay and Sea Change.