Adrian Symphony Orchestra 2017-18 Season

2017-2018 SEASON Bruce Anthony Kiesling MUSIC DIRECTOR

2017-18 Season at a Glance

PINES OF ROME

TCHAIKOVSKY

SUN September 24 at 3 pm Dawson Auditorium

SUN October 15 at 3 pm Dawson Auditorium

Jeffrey Biegel, Piano

Steven Lin, Piano

SPECIAL EVENT!

BENEFIT GALA & AUCTION

WINTER WONDERLAND

FRI

FRI

November 3 at 6 pm Adrian Tobias Center

December 8 at 8 pm Dawson Auditorium

One of the premier events in Lenawee County

Holiday favorites with the brightest local talent

MOVIES, MUSIC, SPORTS

FAURÉ REQUIEM

SAT February 17 at 8 pm Dawson Auditorium

FRI March 16 at 8 pm SUN March 18 at 3 pm Holy Rosary Chapel

Featuring music from your favorite sports movies

Siena Heights Univ. Choirs

THE FIREBIRD

COUNTRY ROADS

FRI

FRI

April 27 at 8 pm Dawson Auditorium

Includes guest dancers

June 8 at 8 pm Dawson Auditorium

John Denver Tribute

BIG, GRAND, COLORFUL MUSIC! That’s what you will experience with the Adrian Symphony this season. Each concert is designed to be a truly thrilling experience that is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat with the dramatic and mind-blowing power of my favorite musical instrument: the Symphony Orchestra.

Great music, great orchestra, great guest artists, and YOU, our great audience.

Make plans to attend each concert this year, as our performances are sure to be the “Talk of the Town!”

BRUCE ANTHONY KIESLING ASO Music Director

Watch for these symbols throughout the brochure for events surrounding the concerts CLASSICAL CONVERSATIONS

CASH BAR

CONCERT RECEPTION

Stories behind the music with the conductor begins 1 hour before the concert.

Opens 1 hour before the concert in the lobby.

Complimentary reception with the musicians after the concert.

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Pines of Rome SUN September 24, 2017 at 3:00pm Bruce Anthony Kiesling, Conductor Jeffrey Biegel, piano Gershwin: Concerto in F Respighi: The Pines of Rome Our season opens with a tour de force program. After the smashing success of his “Rhapsody in Blue,” Gershwin went “all out” with his Concerto in F, which quickly became one of the best known concertos of the 20th century.

Jeffrey Biegel joins us to bring down the house with his performance. Italian composers may be best known for Opera, but after hearing this next work, you might wonder why. The concert closes with the brilliant, captivating, colorful, powerful, “Pines of Rome.” Join us as the triumphant Roman legions march victorious back to Rome!

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Tchaikovsky SUN October 15, 2017 at 3:00pm Bruce Anthony Kiesling, Conductor Steven Lin, piano Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2 Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 4 Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff: great pianist, great orchestrators, and great melodists. What better pair to combine for a smashing program. Rachmaninoff was just hitting his stride during the composition of this concerto, containing beautiful melodies and the exotic glamour of eastern Russian folk songs. Tchaikovsky, represented here by his fourth symphony, was in bright and joyous spirits. Although the opening movement has moments of darkness, the raucous finale will leave you— and our musicians and conductor—breathless!

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Winter Wonderland FRI

December 8, 2017 at 8:00pm

Bruce Anthony Kiesling, Conductor with Orchestra, Soloists and Choirs from Adrian and Lenawee County We swing into the holiday season with a combination of your favorite Christmas music—and give a good portion of it a little spike in the eggnog. Some favorites from last year return and, once again, we highlight some of Adrian and Lenawee County's brightest talents.

From soloists to choirs and swing bands to orchestra, this family-friendly concert truly has something for everyone!

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Movies, Music, Sports SAT February 17, 2018 at 8:00pm Bruce Anthony Kiesling, Conductor Film Music Favorites “The thrill of victory....the agony of defeat.” This year's film-inspired concert celebrates the best in sports competition, both in the sports world and in the movie world. We will celebrate along with the American athletes in South Korea for the Winter Olympics and also revisit some of the greatest sports stories from the Cinema, including “The Natural,” “Rudy,” and “Hoosiers.”

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Fauré Requiem FRI March 16, 2018 at 8:00pm, Holy Rosary Chapel SUN March 18, 2018 at 3:00pm, Holy Rosary Chapel Bruce Anthony Kiesling, Conductor Siena Heights University College Choir Fauré: Requiem We celebrate the repentant Lenten season with a return performance to one of our favorite venues, the Holy Rosary Chapel. We are joined by choirs to celebrate the beautifully impressionistic Requiem by Fauré. Written to “comfort the living,” this hauntingly beautiful piece sets a variety of movements of the requiem mass with a very beautiful, and a very French touch. Written for chamber orchestra, choir, and two soloists, this intimate performance serves as a beautiful contrast to the rest of our festive season and serves to remind us all of this touching time of year before Spring returns to Michigan.

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Firebird FRI

April 27, 2018 at 8:00pm

Bruce Anthony Kiesling, Conductor Includes Guest Dancers Copland: Billy the Kid Stravinsky: The Firebird Suite Celebrate Spring with a variety of dance music! From ballet to the hoedown and the charleston, this concert combines some of the best dance music from the mid-20th century.

Billy the Kid's legendary story is illustrated through a simple and homespun yet powerful retelling about one of America's first anti-heroes. And we close this concert with yet another orchestra showpiece, “The Firebird.� It caused an absolute sensation at its premiere and brought instant worldwide fame to its brilliant composer, Igor Stravinsky. We will all know why at the end of this concert.

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Country Roads FRI June 8, 2018 at 8:00pm Jim Curry and Band present the timeless music of John Denver The music of the late John Denver is like an old friend, outlasting trends and standing the test of time. Join acclaimed performer Jim Curry for this tribute to one of the most beloved singer/songwriters ever to grace the stage whose popular music had the heartfelt message of caring for the earth and caring for each other. Jim Curry, whose voice was heard in the CBS-TV movie Take Me Home: The John Denver Story, has performed Denver’s music in sold out shows throughout the country and has emerged as today’s top performer of Denver’s vast legacy of multiplatinum hits.

Join us for “Rocky Mountain High,” “Sunshine,” “Calypso,” “Annie’s Song” and more.

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SPECIAL EVENT!

30th Anniversary Annual Dinner & Auction Friday, November 3, 2017, 6:00 PM Adrian Tobias Center, Adrian College Join us as we celebrate the 30th Annual Dinner & Auction!

• Silent & Live Auctions • Cash Bar • Outstanding Dinner • Live Entertainment • Complimentary Valet Parking Raise your paddle and join the fun!

Doors open at 5:30 $75 per person AdrianSymphony.org

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Subscription Packages SAVE! MORE MUSIC FOR LESS

All-For-One With this premium subscriber package, you get all the ASO music in the entire season for one reduced price.

• Seven concerts at a discounted rate • Premium seating at every concert • Seat retention MO POPULST • Seat re-assignment preference AR! • Two Introduce a Friend vouchers (Dawson Auditorium Concerts Only)

Pick 5 This subscriber package is in perfect harmony with those who love the music of the Adrian Symphony Orchestra.

Pick 5 of your favorite concerts and save.

• Five concerts at a discounted rate • Premium seating at every concert • Seat retention FLEXIB LE! • Seat re-assignment preference • One Introduce a Friend voucher (Dawson Auditorium Concerts Only)

Introductory Package

4 CONCERTS FOR THE PRICE OF 2!

If you have never purchased a subscription package with the ASO, this offer is just for you.

You can attend four concerts of your choice* for the same price as two concerts. There’s never been a better time to let the ASO entertain and inspire you with outstanding pops and classical concerts. *Dawson Auditorium Concerts Only Special Events not included in Subscription Packages

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SINGLE TICKETS AND CONCERT CHOICES FOR SUBSCRIBERS For Pick 5 and Introductory subscribers, please check your concert choices in the circles below.

PINES OF ROME September 24, 2017 Dawson Auditorium Intro Pick 5

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TCHAIKOVKSY October 15, 2017 Dawson Auditorium Intro Pick 5

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WINTER WONDERLAND December 8, 2017 Adults ___ x Dawson Auditorium Seniors ___ x Intro Students ___ x Pick 5 MOVIES, MUSIC, SPORTS February 17, 2018 Adults ___ x Dawson Auditorium Seniors ___ x Intro Students ___ x Pick 5 FAURÉ REQUIEM (pick a date) March 16, 2018 Adults ___ x Holy Rosary Chapel Seniors ___ x Students ___ x Pick 5

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March 18, 2018 Holy Rosary Chapel Pick 5

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FIREBIRD April 27, 2018 Dawson Auditorium Intro Pick 5

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COUNTRY ROADS June 8, 2018 Dawson Auditorium Intro Pick 5

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ANNUAL DINNER &AUCTION SPECIAL EVENT! November 3, 2017 Adults ___ x $75 Adrian Tobias Center

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