Philip Aaberg, “From the Ground Up: Celebrating 100 Years of Farmers Union”

the internationally-renowned pianist and composer performs a commissioned piece for MFU, with stunning Montana scenery as a backdrop to his musical creation. The concert is part of the MFU’s convention, Oct. 23-25. Aaberg of Chester, Montana, is known world-wide for compositions that evoke spaciousness and beauty of the Western landscape. A Harvard graduate, he has performed with the Boston Pops, Peter Gabriel, Elvin Bishop, and released eight solo albums... “Live from Montana” was nominated for a Grammy. He is also an Emmy nominee for “All-American Jazz” and for his score for “Class C: The Only Game in Town.”