Oregon Symphony 18/19 Concert Guide

2018/19 SEASO N

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Each season your Oregon Symphony produces renowned classical programming that’s a feast for the ears and the eyes. This year, award-winning storytellers bring standards of the repertoire to life in three unexpected, vividly imagined collaborations.

Petrushka NOVEMBER 3–5, 2018 Designer-director Doug Fitch – whose mastery ranges from architecture to operatic stage direction – transforms the hall with dazzling scenes, larger-than-life characters, and spirited performers in this “total event” production of Stravinsky’s ballet.

Hansel and Gretel FEBRUARY 1, 2 & 4, 2019 The Chicago-based performance collective Manual Cinema creates a mesmerizing world of ethereal shadows for Humperdinck’s opera Hansel and Gretel. (U.S. premiere)

Peer Gynt MAY 11–13, 2019 Vibrantly painted scenes by artist Alexander Polzin are set in motion against Grieg’s Peer Gynt, giving audiences an avantgarde, first-person visualization of Peer’s dreams, fantasies, and journeys. (U.S. premiere)

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CONCERT OFFERINGS Over 90 concerts spanning the musical spectrum.

Classical Series 16 Classical Concerts – on Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays – with your Oregon Symphony orchestra and international guest artists.

Pops Series Five concerts light up your Saturday evenings or Sunday afternoons. Join conductor Jeff Tyzik in celebrating the best in Pops.

Kids Series Three Sunday matinees delight kids and families. These hour-long concerts feature a choir, dancers, narrator Pam Mahon, and conductor Norman Huynh.

Oregon Symphony Presents 22 Special Concerts, from film scores to rock and gospel, with stars like Lily Tomlin, Leslie Odom, Jr., and Rodrigo y Gabriela.

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Popcorn Package Enjoy four feature films as they come to life on the big screen with the Oregon Symphony performing the soundtracks live.

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2018/19 CONCERTS Oregon Zoo

Oregon Zoo Concert SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2018, 7 PM Carlos Kalmar, conductor The Oregon Symphony is delighted to launch its 2018/19 Season at the Oregon Zoo. Join us in this gorgeous setting for a program of classical favorites, including Gershwin’s American in Paris, Bizet’s Carmen Suite, and Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture.

Rodrigo y Gabriela

Special Concert. For tickets, visit zooconcerts.com.

Tickets include zoo admission on day of show.

Rodrigo y Gabriela WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2018, 7:30 PM Norman Huynh, conductor Star Wars

World-renowned acoustic guitar duo Rodrigo y Gabriela joins forces with the Oregon Symphony for a captivating night of epic riffs and intimate instrumentals.

Special Concert

Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert Music of U2

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2018, 7:30 PM SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2018, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2018, 2 PM Norman Huynh, conductor Luke Skywalker begins a journey that will change the galaxy, as he leaves his home planet, battles the evil Empire, and learns the ways of the Force. Don’t miss A New Hope in concert, with the Oregon Symphony orchestra performing John Williams’ score live.

Special Concert

The Music of U2 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2018, 7:30 PM Brent Havens, conductor Tony Vincent, vocals Join the Oregon Symphony for a classic rock tribute to U2 performed as you’ve never heard it before. Take a musical journey spanning four decades of unforgettable hits including “With or Without You,” “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For,” “Pride (In the Name of Love),” “Sunday Bloody Sunday,” “Desire,” “One,” and many more.

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Lily Tomlin SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2018, 7:30 PM Get ready for an unforgettable night of fun and sidesplitting laughter with the incomparable Lily Tomlin.

Lily Tomlin

The Oregon Symphony does not perform.

Opening Night with Renée Fleming SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2018, 7:30 PM Carlos Kalmar, conductor Renée Fleming, soprano

Renée Fleming

The timeless Renée Fleming returns to transfix us all with her legendary voice and spellbinding artistry.

Special Concert

Brahms’ Fourth Symphony SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2018, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2018, 2 PM MONDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2018, 7:30 PM

Inon Barnatan

Jun Märkl, conductor • Inon Barnatan, piano Katherine Balch: Commission (World premiere) Haydn: Symphony No. 83, “Hen” • Copland: Piano Concerto Brahms: Symphony No. 4 Filled with urgency and beauty, Brahms’ monumental final symphony boldly affirms the composer’s masterful touch. The exceptionally nuanced Inon Barnatan lends sophistication and flair to Copland’s jazzy Piano Concerto.

Star Trek Beyond

Classical Concert

Star Trek Beyond in Concert SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2018, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2018, 2 PM Norman Huynh, conductor The third installment in J.J. Abrams’ franchise reboot, Star Trek Beyond is an epic sci-fi adventure that honors the series’ roots while delivering the mind-blowing action expected of today’s hottest blockbusters and a soaring orchestral score by Michael Giacchino.

Special Concert

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Gregory Alan Isakov MONDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2018, 7:30 PM Norman Huynh, conductor Gregory Alan Isakov

With songs that tell a story of miles, landscapes, and the search for a sense of place, the indie folk troubadour joins the Symphony for a night of lyrical and emotionally charged music.

Special Concert

Karen Gomyo Plays Sibelius Karen Gomyo

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2018, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2018, 7:30 PM MONDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2018, 7:30 PM Michał Nesterowicz, conductor • Karen Gomyo, violin Lutosławski: Little Suite • Sibelius: Violin Concerto Kilar: Orawa Shostakovich: Symphony No. 9

Doonesbury

Sibelius’ only concerto contains such profound and enigmatic beauty that it can only be described as transcendent. Karen Gomyo adds her “first-rate vitality, brilliance, and intensity” (Chicago Tribune) to this timeless work.

Classical Concert

Garry Trudeau Dave Bennett

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2018, 7:30 PM Social observer and creator of the Pulitzer Prizewinning comic strip Doonesbury, Garry Trudeau has been drawing electoral commentary for nearly a half-century. No political figure has been spared his biting humor. Now, on national tour, Trudeau shares highlights from his latest book, #SAD!: Doonesbury in the Time of Trump.

The Oregon Symphony does not perform.

Swing is the Thing SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2018, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2018, 2 PM Jeff Tyzik, conductor Dave Bennett, clarinet and vocals Julie Jo Hughes, vocals Stephen Sayer, Chandrae Roettig, Evita Arce, and Michael Jagger, dancers Jump ‘n’ jive from the 1940s right into the jukebox tunes of the ‘50s and ‘60s with hits like “Tuxedo Junction,” “Great Balls of Fire,” and “Rock Around the Clock.” Dancers, vocalists, and clarinet sensation Dave Bennett join in the fun.

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Lila Downs MONDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2018, 7:30 PM Norman Huynh, conductor Get ready for Día de los Muertos with Grammy Award winner Lila Downs, whose unique voice, compelling stage presence, and poignant storytelling bridge traditions from across the Americas.

Lila Downs

Special Concert

Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4

Jeffrey Kahane

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2018, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2018, 2 PM MONDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2018, 7:30 PM Carlos Kalmar, conductor • Jeffrey Kahane, piano Bernstein: On the Town: Three Dance Episodes • Andrew Norman: Split Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 4

Petrushka

A foreboding opening from the horns sets the stage for an epic journey through fate and destiny in Tchaikovsky’s powerful Fourth Symphony. Portland favorite Jeffrey Kahane performs a “hyper-active fantasy for piano and orchestra,” composed especially for him.

Classical Concert

Petrushka SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2018, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2018, 7:30 PM MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2018, 7:30 PM Carlos Kalmar, conductor • Doug Fitch, creative director Haydn: Symphony No. 103, “Drumroll” Walton: Johannesburg Festival Overture Honegger: Pastorale d’été • Stravinsky: Petrushka (1947 version) The tale of Petrushka comes to life with exhilarating stage creations by Doug Fitch, weaving together themes of love, loneliness, and brutality, all set against the hustle and bustle of St. Petersburg’s Shrovetide Fair.

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The Capitol Steps TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2018, 7:30 PM The Capitol Steps

It’s election night, and no matter who is winning or what is in the fake news, you can bet The Capitol Steps will lampoon both sides of the political spectrum with equal parts wit and foolishness. What more would you expect from the group that puts the “MOCK” in Democracy?!

The Oregon Symphony does not perform.

Tchaikovsky v. Drake Tchaikovsky v. Drake

Pirates!

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2018, 7:30 PM Steve Hackman, conductor Classical music meets hip-hop in this symphonic mashup from visionary composer and conductor Steve Hackman. Three vocalists and a rap artist join the Oregon Symphony to meld Tchaikovsky’s triumphant Fifth Symphony with more than a dozen Drake hits, including “Hold On, We’re Going Home” and “Started from the Bottom,” creating a musical journey that seamlessly bridges two artists separated by more than a century.

Special Concert

Pirates!

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2018, 2 PM Ingrid Fliter

Norman Huynh, conductor Pam Mahon, narrator Dance West and Pacific Youth Choir Ahoy, matey! Pack your bags for another swashbuckling musical adventure with the Oregon Symphony’s merry band of pirates!

Music from Hook, Peter Pan, Pirates of the Caribbean, and more – aargh!

Kids Concert

Beethoven’s “Emperor” SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2018, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2018, 7:30 PM MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2018, 7:30 PM Alexander Soddy, conductor • Ingrid Fliter, piano • Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 5, “Emperor” Bruckner: Symphony No. 7 With some of the most magnificent and sublime themes in the repertoire, Beethoven’s forwardlooking “Emperor” is perhaps the pinnacle of his creative output. Bruckner’s massive Seventh Symphony, from its profound metaphysical depths to its exultantly sensuous heights, is likewise nothing short of monumental.

Classical Concert

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Disney in Concert: Magical Music from the Movies SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2018, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2018, 2 PM

Disney in Concert

Jeff Tyzik, conductor The magic of Disney comes to life in this multimedia showpiece featuring music from the scores of Frozen, Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins, Aladdin, The Lion King, and more.

Pops Concert

Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances

James Ehnes

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2018, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2018, 2 PM MONDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2018, 7:30 PM Eivind Gullberg Jensen, conductor • James Ehnes, violin Anders Hillborg: Exquisite Corpse • Walton: Violin Concerto Rachmaninoff: Symphonic Dances

Gospel Christmas

Rachmaninoff’s suite of Symphonic Dances is a kaleidoscopic display of colorful rhythms and gorgeous melodies. James Ehnes returns to perform William Walton’s virtuosic Violin Concerto, written for the legendary Jascha Heifetz.

Classical Concert

Gospel Christmas 20th Anniversary FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2018, 7:30 PM SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2018, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2018, 4 PM Charles Floyd, conductor Northwest Community Gospel Choir Gary Hemenway, music director It’s the 20th Anniversary of Gospel Christmas, the tradition that just gets bigger and better, year after year! Join the region’s premier gospel singers and the Oregon Symphony for an evening that’s sure to have you on your feet, clapping and shouting, celebrating the spirit of the season.

Special Concert

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Cirque de la Symphonie THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2018, 7:30 PM Cirque de la Symphonie

Norman Huynh, conductor The gravity-defying movements and choreography of these aerialists, acrobats, dancers, and jugglers have captivated audiences around the globe – so we invited them to present their spectacular holiday show. A wonderful treat for the whole family.

Special Concert

The Nightmare Before Christmas

Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas in Concert SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2018, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2018, 2 PM Norman Huynh, conductor

Oregon Chorale

Tim Burton’s fantastical tale of the Pumpkin King, Oogie Boogie, and Sandy Claws comes to life on our big screen, complete with Danny Elfman’s film score performed live to picture.

Costumes encouraged, it’s the perfect outing to get you ready for Christmas!

Special Concert

Comfort and Joy: A Classical Christmas MONDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2018, 7:30 PM Norman Huynh, conductor Oregon Chorale Light holiday classics, a very merry singalong, and seasonal favorites make for a jubilant evening shared with friends and the Oregon Symphony.

Special Concert

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Big Band and Beethoven: New Year’s Celebration SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2018, 7:30 PM MONDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2018, 7:30 PM

New Year’s Celebration

Carlos Kalmar, conductor • Jenny Schuler, soprano • Siena Miller, mezzo-soprano • TBA, tenor, bass • Singers from PSU, Oregon Repertory Singers, and Pacific Youth Choir Ellington/Strayhorn: The Nutcracker Suite James P. Johnson: Victory Stride • Beethoven: Symphony No. 9, “Choral”

Norman Huynh

What finer way to ring in the New Year than with Duke Ellington’s delightfully cheeky twist on Tchaikovsky’s classic, followed by Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony and its glorious Ode to Joy? A little bit smart, a little bit sassy, thoroughly exhilarating.

Special Concert

Favorite Light Classics

Johannes Moser

SATURDAY, JANUARY 5, 2019, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, JANUARY 6, 2019, 2 PM Norman Huynh, conductor A light-hearted tour of classical music’s most popular hits, including “The Ride of the Valkyries,” William Tell Overture, and select movements from Beethoven’s beloved symphonies.

Pops Concert

Rossini and Rimsky-Korsakov SATURDAY, JANUARY 12, 2019, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, JANUARY 13, 2019, 7:30 PM MONDAY, JANUARY 14, 2019, 7:30 PM Carlos Kalmar, conductor • Johannes Moser, cello Rossini: Tancredi Overture Zimmermann: Music for the Suppers of King Ubu • Shostakovich: Cello Concerto No. 1 Rimsky-Korsakov: Russian Easter Festival Overture Two brilliant miniatures – Rossini’s Tancredi Overture and Rimsky-Korsakov’s depiction of a lively Russian cathedral on the “Bright Holiday” – bookend Shostakovich’s fiery First Cello Concerto, performed by Artist-in-Residence Johannes Moser.

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Americana with Edgar Meyer SATURDAY, JANUARY 19, 2019, 7:30 PM Edgar Meyer

Norman Huynh, conductor • Edgar Meyer, double bass Copland: Appalachian Spring Suite • Bottesini: Double Bass Concerto No. 2 • Edgar Meyer: Double Bass Concerto No. 3 Still: Afro-American Symphony

Leslie Odom, Jr.

Adding virtuosity to a classical-bluegrass blend all his own, Edgar Meyer makes music that’s equal parts irresistible and astonishing. Join the “Genius” grant winner and the Oregon Symphony for an unparalleled evening of Americana, including Copland’s idyllic Appalachian Spring.

Special Concert

Leslie Odom, Jr. Viviane Hagner

SUNDAY, JANUARY 20, 2019, 7:30 PM Norman Huynh, conductor Don’t miss this exhilarating evening of jazz standards and Broadway hits from Grammy Award winner Leslie Odom, Jr., who originated the role of Aaron Burr in the Broadway blockbuster Hamilton.

Special Concert

Schumann’s “Rhenish” SATURDAY, JANUARY 26, 2019, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, JANUARY 27, 2019, 2 PM MONDAY, JANUARY 28, 2019, 7:30 PM Markus Stenz, conductor • Viviane Hagner, violin Beethoven: Symphony No. 1 • Unsuk Chin: Violin Concerto Schumann: Symphony No. 3, “Rhenish” Beethoven’s First Symphony is exquisitely rooted in the Classical Viennese tradition. His later symphonies would directly inspire Schumann’s majestic Third, an homage to the Rhineland.

Classical Concert

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Hansel and Gretel FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2019, 7:30 PM SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2019, 7:30 PM MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2019, 7:30 PM

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Manual Cinema

Carlos Kalmar, conductor Manual Cinema Pacific Youth Choir Vocalists including, Jenny Schuler, mother

• Humperdinck: Hansel and Gretel The Chicago-based Manual Cinema lights Humperdinck’s fairy-tale opera, set in the depths of the thick German forest, with the dazzling, phantasmic effects of shadow puppetry.

Kodo

Classical Concert

Kodo TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2019, 7:30 PM The Japanese taiko-drumming troupe returns for a dramatic performance full of pulsing rhythms, athletic virtuosity, and stirring passion.

Simone Lamsma

The Oregon Symphony does not perform.

Dvořák’s Eighth Symphony SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2019, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2019, 2 PM MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2019, 7:30 PM Carlos Kalmar, conductor • Simone Lamsma, violin

Smokey Robinson

Prokofiev: Symphony No. 1, “Classical” • Khachaturian: Violin Concerto Dvořák: Symphony No. 8 With its abundance of folk tunes and shimmering evocations of the Bohemian countryside, Dvořák’s bucolic Eighth Symphony contains some of the Czech composer’s richest, most memorable melodies.

Classical Concert

Valentine’s Day with Smokey Robinson THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2019, 7:30 PM Norman Huynh, conductor The Motown legend performs his greatest hits – “The Tracks of My Tears,” “Ooo Baby Baby,” “You’ve Really Got a Hold on Me,” and many more. What a way to thrill your sweetheart on the most romantic night of the year!

Special Concert

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Harry Potter

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ in Concert SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2019, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2019, 2 PM Justin Freer, conductor

Marc-André Hamelin

Relive the magic of your favorite wizard in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ in Concert.

Based on the third installment of J.K. Rowling’s classic saga, fans of all ages can now experience the thrilling tale accompanied by live music from the Oregon Symphony orchestra as Harry soars across the big screen.

Special Concert

Rachmaninoff’s Second Piano Concerto Green Eggs and Ham

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2019, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2019, 7:30 PM MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2019, 7:30 PM James Feddeck, conductor • Marc-André Hamelin, piano John Adams: Doctor Atomic Symphony • Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2 R. Strauss: Death and Transfiguration Since its premiere, Rachmaninoff’s showpiece has thrilled audiences with resplendent bravura and a melody so enduring that even Sinatra couldn’t resist it.

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Green Eggs and Ham SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 2019, 2 PM Norman Huynh, conductor Pam Mahon, narrator Dance West and Pacific Youth Choir The lights go down, the music starts, the snare drum sets a steady march. One beat, two beats, three beats, four – it’s Dr. Seuss’ tales and more!

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Mendelssohn’s “Italian” SATURDAY, MARCH 9, 2019, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, MARCH 10, 2019, 2 PM MONDAY, MARCH 11, 2019, 7:30 PM Carlos Kalmar, conductor • Sarah Kwak, violin * The Percussion Collective Robert van Sice

Sarah Kwak

Wagner: The Flying Dutchman Overture * Christopher Theofanidis: Percussion Concerto • Vaughan Williams: The Lark Ascending Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 4, “Italian” Mendelssohn’s radiant “Italian” Symphony remains one of the most elegant works ever written. Vaughan Williams’ ethereal “pastoral romance” bursts with lush lyricism for solo violin, eloquently performed by our own virtuosic concertmaster, Sarah Kwak.

Pablo Sáinz Villegas

Classical Concert

Pablo Villegas SATURDAY, MARCH 16, 2019, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 2019, 7:30 PM MONDAY, MARCH 18, 2019, 7:30 PM

Dee Daniels

Carlos Kalmar, conductor • Pablo Sáinz Villegas, guitar Brahms: Serenade No. 1 • Stephen Goss: The Albéniz Concerto Turina: Danzas fantásticas Brilliant, passionate, and abundantly charismatic, Pablo Sáinz Villegas never fails to make audiences jump to their feet. Known as “the soul of Spanish guitar,” the superstar returns to perform music inspired by the great Iberian composer Isaac Albéniz.

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Unforgettable: 100 Years of Nat and Natalie Cole SATURDAY, MARCH 23, 2019, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, MARCH 24, 2019, 2 PM Jeff Tyzik, conductor Dee Daniels and Denzal Sinclaire, vocals A Nat and Natalie Cole revue starring powerhouse vocalist Denzal Sinclaire and diva Dee Daniels. Relive the finest in classic jazz, from “Stardust” and “Unforgettable” to “Superstition” and “Mona Lisa.”

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Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 2019, 7:30 PM Cécile McLorin Salvant

Emanuel Ax Peter and the Wolf

Cécile McLorin Salvant, vocals Melissa Aldana, saxophone Yasushi Nakamura, bass Bria Skonberg, trumpet Jamison Ross, drums Join us for the 60th-anniversary celebration of the Monterey Jazz Festival with a roster of diverse and international millennial talent representing the leaders of jazz’s future including Cécile McLorin Salvant, one of the most acclaimed vocalists of her generation.

The Oregon Symphony does not perform.

Emanuel Ax SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 2019, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, APRIL 7, 2019, 2 PM MONDAY, APRIL 8, 2019, 7:30 PM Carlos Kalmar, conductor • Emanuel Ax, piano

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Auber: Fra Diavolo Overture Stravinsky: Capriccio Haydn: Piano Concerto in D Major John Corigliano: Symphony No. 1, “Of Rage and Remembrance”

The consummate Emanuel Ax brings his extraordinary musicianship to the Oregon Symphony to perform two hallmarks of the repertoire: Haydn’s best-known piano concerto and Stravinsky’s charming Capriccio.

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Peter and the Wolf SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 2019, 2 PM Norman Huynh, conductor Pam Mahon, narrator Dance West Will young Peter and his menagerie be able to outsmart the Big Bad Wolf? Join in the adventure as Prokofiev’s classic fairy tale introduces listeners to the instruments of the orchestra!

Kids Concert

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Sci-Fi at the Pops SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 2019, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, APRIL 28, 2019, 2 PM Jeff Tyzik, conductor Journey to the Final Frontier through the music of Star Trek, Star Wars, E.T., Close Encounters of the Third Kind, 2001: A Space Odyssey, and more.

Sci-Fi at the Pops

Pops Concert

Amadeus in Concert SATURDAY, MAY 4, 2019, 7:30 PM Amadeus

Norman Huynh, conductor TBA, choir Winner of eight Academy Awards®, including Best Picture, Actor, Director, and Adapted Screenplay, Amadeus is a riveting story celebrating the music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart through the envious eyes of his frustrated rival, Antonio Salieri. Experience this epic motion picture classic like never before – projected on a giant hd screen while the Oregon Symphony performs its glorious soundtrack live, from the Gran Partita to the haunting Requiem.

Peer Gynt

Special Concert

Peer Gynt SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2019, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, MAY 12, 2019, 2 PM MONDAY, MAY 13, 2019, 7:30 PM Carlos Kalmar, conductor • Jane Archibald, soprano * Alexander Polzin, visualization Mozart: Don Giovanni Overture • Britten: Les illuminations •* Grieg: Peer Gynt The redemptive journey of Peer Gynt, from his humble peasant village to the troll-infested mountains of Norway, is depicted through the eyes of Peer himself in bold, animated photos and art projected on screens above the orchestra.

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Mahler’s First Symphony SATURDAY, MAY 18, 2019, 7:30 PM SUNDAY, MAY 19, 2019, 7:30 PM MONDAY, MAY 20, 2019, 7:30 PM Storm Large

Carlos Kalmar, conductor • Storm Large, vocalist • Hudson Shad, vocal quartet • Weill: The Seven Deadly Sins Mahler: Symphony No. 1, “Titan” Portland’s favorite songstress Storm Large stars in Kurt Weill’s bitingly humorous story of young Anna, caught between her family, her desires, and her own moral compass. Mahler’s groundbreaking first symphony, aptly nicknamed “Titan,” brings the Classical Season to a triumphant close.

Classical Concert

Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts in association with 20th Century Fox, Lucasfilm, and Warner/Chappell Music.©2018 & TM LUCASFILM LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. J.K. ROWLING’S WIZARDING WORLD™ J.K. Rowling and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s18) Amadeus in Concert is a production of Avex Classics International

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ARLENE SCHNITZER CONCERT HALL All concerts are performed at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall at sw Broadway and Main in downtown Portland, Oregon.

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E D U C AT I O N C O N C E R T S 2018/19 Young People’s Concert, Grades 3–8 Stories in Music MONDAY, APRIL 29, 10 AM & 11:30 AM Smith Auditorium, Salem WEDNESDAY, MAY 1, 9:30 AM & 11 AM Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland Norman Huynh, conductor This program will capture the imaginations of our school-aged audiences, as we present music to tell stories through the orchestra. How did John Williams capture the adventures of “Peter Pan” through his music? Students will learn how to tell a story through melody, rhythm, dynamics and orchestration.

Young People’s Concert tickets are $5 for students and free for adults as well as students enrolled in the Federal Free and Reduced Lunch program.

2018/19 Kinderkonzerts, Grades k–2 percussion: Off the Beatin’ Path November 5–7 woodwinds: Charting a Changing Course December 10–12 brass: Blast Off !

January 14–16 strings: Once Upon a Tune March 18–20 MONDAYS, 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM & 11:30 AM Lincoln Street School, 801 ne Lincoln St., Hillsboro percussion: November 5 brass: January 14

woodwinds: December 10 strings: March 18

TUESDAYS, 8:30 AM, 9:30 AM & 10:30 AM Woodstock Elementary, 5601 se 50th Ave., Portland percussion: November 6 brass: January 15

woodwinds: December 11 strings: March 19

WEDNESDAYS, 9:15 AM, 10:15 AM & 11:15 AM Faubion School, 2930 ne Dekum St. Portland percussion: November 7 woodwinds: December 12 brass: January 16 strings: March 20 Kinderkonzert tickets are $3 for students and free for adults and students enrolled in the Federal Free and Reduced Lunch program.

For more information Monica Hayes, education & community engagement programs director 503-416-6312 or mhayes@orsymphony.org Make your reservations at orsymphony.org/learning-community/educators

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W H AT W E D O O N S TA G E I S O N LY H A L F T H E S T O R Y Your Oregon Symphony is moving music forward beyond the hall – reaching tens of thousands of children and adults through free programs in schools and non-profits across the region.

These programs are as integral and vital to our impact in the region as the concerts you enjoy on our stage.

Your generosity helps to make it all possible.

Help tell the full Oregon Symphony story. Make your gift today.

Make your gift online today Questions? Visit orsymphony.org/donate or call 503-228-4294.

Oregon Symphony is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and your gift is tax-deductible as provided by law.

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