Tales of Hemingway Tickets

Introducing Tales of Hemingway, a compelling project that fuses literature and contemporary classical music. Composer Michael Daugherty crafted a four-movement cello concerto based on Ernest Hemingway’s iconic works, brought to life by the artistry of cellist Zuill Bailey and orchestras around the country. The work’s movements traverse Hemingway’s enduring legacy: I. Big Two-Hearted River; II. For Whom the Bell Tolls; III. The Old Man and the Sea; IV. The Sun Also Rises. In addition to live premieres, a landmark recording—Tales of Hemingway / American Gothic / Once Upon a Castle—features Bailey with the Nashville Symphony under Giancarlo Guerrero and was released by Naxos in 2016 (catalog 8.559798). This page offers a detailed biography, highlights from the project’s discography, and up-to-date tour information, including the upcoming Spokane Masterworks performance in 2025.

Key facts to know: Michael Daugherty’s Tales of Hemingway premiered in 2015 with the Nashville Symphony (soloist Zum Bailey). The project garnered multiple 2017 Grammy nominations across Best Contemporary Classical Composition, Best Classical Instrumental Solo, and Best Classical Compendium. The collaboration continues to resonate with audiences who appreciate a modern classical voice rooted in literary inspiration. For venues, tours, and latest updates, follow official channels and artist pages for the most current details.