Union Stage Presents:
GoGo Symphony Presents: The 1st Independence Day Bounce

The GoGo Symphony mashes DC's go-go music with danceable symphonies! We are all about celebrating the rich culture of go-go, classical, jazz, and hip-hop. Join us for a night of fun and enjoy the vibrant nightlife while grooving to the beats. Whether you're a parent looking for kid-friendly events or an artsy individual seeking live music and entertainment, this group is your go-to. Let's come together and embrace the best of both worlds!

GoGo Symphony was founded by composer Liza Figueroa Kravinsky, aka Lee Lee. After she posted ads for volunteer musicians on Craigslist and the Washington City Paper, she conducted the first four members in her home basement in October 2012. Things took off very quickly after that, with a more complete group performing at Washington DC's Smithsonian Mall and opening for Trouble Funk at the 9:30 Club in 2013. The ensemble joined the Capital City Symphony for the world premiere of the full symphonic performance at the 2014 Atlas Intersections Festival. “It brought the sold out house to their feet, cheering,” described the Washington Post.

Word of mouth has spread, and the GoGo Symphony has been called a “hidden gem” of the Washington DC cultural scene. We have performed for the United States Congress and collaborated with the National Symphony Orchestra. Recent performances include the Mayor’s Arts Awards, the Barbecue Battle at the Smithsonian Mall, and the festive holiday show “Twas the Night” at the Union Stage in Washington DC.  Recent media coverage includes a documentary on WHUT TV’s DMV “The Beat” and “Kit Kat’s Black Music Month” series. 

DCs creator of the known percussion driven unique sound coined The Bounce Beat, a branch of Washington DCs Signature sound GOGO music. Grown from the timbale bass & rhythm bass drum, Bounce Beat was created by TCB founder The Late "Polo Reggie Burwell" in 1998.

Antwon Vincent, better known by his stage name Noochie, is a 28-year-old rapper and musician from Washington, D.C. Following the footsteps of his father Oneway Boobe, who is a pioneer of D.C Hip-Hop, Noochie released his debut project, Rookie Season in 2012. From there, he was determined to make a career out of his passion for music. Noochie is a Tidal Rising Artist.  He has been a panelist at the Congressional Black Caucus, attended and done joint events with The White House, worked on film and TV projects including RunDMC’s “Kings from Queens,” and His “Live from the Front Porch” series has become one of black culture’s most prized platforms internationally, featuring diverse artists like Benny the Burcher, Brand Nubian, Kenny Lattimore and dancehall artist Tee Jay.  He has been profiled by CBS, NPR, Fox, NPR, The Washington Post, and Washingtonian Magazine among others.  His porch has become such a cultural phenomenon that Nike and New Balance have come to shoot commercials.  His authenticity and commitment to quality have also added value to brand campaigns and corporations including Modelo and the NBA’s Washington Wizards, as well as the city of Washington, D.C. itself, among others.