Rufus Wainwright and Nashville Symphony Orchestra

The Nashville Symphony, led by Giancarlo Guerrero, is acclaimed for contemporary American orchestral music, winning 14 GRAMMYs. Collaborators include Jennifer Higdon and Bela Fleck. Known for diverse performances and initiatives like Violins of Hope Nashville, it premiered Hannibal Lokumbe's opera "The Jonah Project."

Rufus Wainwright, born in New York's Hudson Valley, is a Juno-winning, Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter known for lush, theatrical pop. Influenced by Tin Pan Alley and opera, he scored hits like "Release the Stars" and paid tribute to Judy Garland at Carnegie Hall. His diverse collaborations include Helena Bonham Carter, Florence Welch, and John Legend. Raised in Montreal, he debuted in 1998 and also composed opera and classical pieces, further showcasing his versatility.