Austin Symphony's 2015-2016 Season Brochure

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2015 –16 Season Peter Bay, Music director

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We have an exciting season lined up with enjoyable repertoire and favorite soloists making their return to Austin. We have a program devoted to our fine city showcasing some of Austin’s best, like pianist Anton Nel and composer Donald Grantham. You’ll hear music of some of your favorites: Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninoff, Mozart, along with newer composers like Kevin Puts, Nigel Westlake and Steven Serpa.

Come hear what’s next for your Austin Symphony.

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The season at-a-glance SEPTEMBER 18/19 André Watts, piano Puts, Beethoven, Rachmaninoff OCTOBER 16/17 In-Mo Yang, violin Glazunov, Saint-Saëns, Brahms OCTOBER 24 Warner Bros. presents “Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II” OCTOBER 25 Halloween Children’s Concert NOVEMBER 20/21 Conspirare Symphonic Choir Poulenc, Ravel DECEMBER Christmas in the Community DECEMBER 1 Handel’s Messiah DECEMBER 29/30 “My Sinatra” starring Cary Hoffman JANUARY 8/9 Jennifer Frautschi, violin Prokofiev, Wieniawski, Tchaikovsky FEBRUARY 20 “Lights, Camera… the Oscars!”

FEBRUARY 26/27 Anton Nel, piano Grantham, Saint-Saëns, Serpa, Copland APRIL 8/9 Lior, vocalist Verdi, Schubert, Westlake/Attar MAY 13/14 Ilya Gringolts, violin Vivaldi, Sibelius, Mozart, Beethoven JUNE 3/4 Ingrid Fliter, piano Alfvén, Ravel, Mendelssohn JUNE 10/11 “The Music of John Williams” JUNE 18 Sarah & Ernest Butler Texas Young Composers Concert JUNE –JULY Children’s Day Art Park JUNE–AUGUST Hartman Concerts in the Park JULY 4 July 4th Concert & Fireworks

ASO violist Bruce Williams practices before a performance.

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Season Opener!

André Watts, piano Peter Bay, conductor

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Friday, September 18, 2015 Saturday, September 19, 2015 Michael & Susan Dell Hall, 8:00 p.m.

SERGEI RACHMANINOFF

KEVIN PUTS “…this noble company” (Processional for Orchestra) LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 37 SERGEI RACHMANINOFF Symphony No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 27 SPONSOR: WeLLS FArGO

In-Mo Yang, violin Peter Bay, conductor Friday, October 16, 2015 Saturday, October 17, 2015 Michael & Susan Dell Hall, 8:00 p.m.

ALEXANDER GLAZUNOV The Seasons: Autumn, Op. 67b CAMILLE SAINT-SAËNS Violin Concerto No. 3 in B Minor, Op. 61 JOHANNES BRAHMS Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90 SPONSORS: exxONmObIL Alpheus Communications

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CAMILLE SAINT-SAËNS

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FRANCIS POULENC

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Conspirare Symphonic Choir Mela Dailey, soprano Peter Bay, conductor Craig Hella Johnson, guest conductor*

Conspirare Symphonic Choir

Friday, November 20, 2015 Saturday, November 21, 2015 Michael & Susan Dell Hall, 8:00 p.m.

FRANCIS POULENC Gloria* MAURICE RAVEL Daphnis et ChloĂŠ Sponsor: Jackson Walker LLP

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Jennifer Frautschi, violin Peter Bay, conductor

Jennifer Frautschi

Friday, January 8, 2016 Saturday, January 9, 2016 Michael & Susan Dell Hall, 8:00 p.m.

SERGEI PROKOFIEV Winter Bonfire, Op. 122: Waltz on the Ice & Departure HENRYK WIENIAWSKI Violin Concerto No. 2 in D Minor, Op. 22 the app: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 1 Download in G minor, Op. 13, Connect with us: Winter Daydreams Sponsors: Frost Texas Mutual Insurance

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Pyotr ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY

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ASO patrons, Rochelle and Bill Hoffler, are excited to hear what’s next for the ASO in November and January.

ASO musicians, Hye Jin Chang, Bob Cannon, and Kurt Moede have a discussion outside the hall before a performance.

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Anton Nel, piano Peter Bay, conductor Friday, February 26, 2016 Saturday, February 27, 2016 Michael & Susan Dell Hall, 8:00 p.m.

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DONALD GRANTHAM J’ai été au bal (1999/2004) CAMILLE SAINT-SAËNS Piano Concerto No. 5 in F Major, Op. 103, Egyptian STEVEN SERPA An Invocation (2012) Beth Sanders, oboe AARON COPLAND Rodeo (complete ballet)

AARON COPLAND

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Lior, vocalist Peter Bay, conductor Friday, April 8, 2016 Saturday, April 9, 2016 Michael & Susan Dell Hall, 8:00 p.m.

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GIUSEPPE VERDI Overture to Nabucco FRANZ SCHUBERT Symphony No. 8 in B Minor, D. 759, Unfinished Download the app: NIGEL WESTLAKE/LIOR ATTAR Compassion (A Song Cycle in Seven Movements) (2013) Sponsor: BBVA Compass

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FRANZ SCHUBERT

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Ilya Gringolts, violin Peter Bay, conductor Friday, May 13, 2016 Saturday, May 14, 2016 Michael & Susan Dell Hall, 8:00 p.m.

WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART

ANTONIO VIVALDI The Four Seasons: Spring, Op. 8, No. 1 JEAN SIBELIUS Spring Song (Vårsång), Op. 16 WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216 LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68, Pastorale Sponsors: Bank of America Avende

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Ingrid Fliter, piano Peter Bay, conductor

Ingrid Fliter

Friday, June 3, 2016 Saturday, June 4, 2016 Michael & Susan Dell Hall, 8:00 p.m.

HUGO ALFVÉN Midsommarvaka (Midsummer Vigil) (Swedish Rhapsody No.1), Download the app: Connect with us: Op. 19 MAURICE RAVEL Concerto in G Major FELIX MENDELSSOHN Symphony No. 3 in A Minor, Op. 56, Scottish Sponsor: Chase

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MAURICE RAVEL

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Symphony BATS President Kate Perez and husband Hector enjoy their date nights with the ASO.

Ilya Gringolts

October Pops

December Pops

February Pops

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June Pops

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October Pops Warner Bros. presents “Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II” Conducted by George Daugherty Created by George Daugherty and David Ka Lik Wong Saturday, October 24, 2015 Michael & Susan Dell Hall, 8:00 p.m.

BUGS BUNNY AT THE SYMPHONY II celebrates the world’s favorite classic Looney Tunes, projected on the big screen, while the Austin Symphony Orchestra performs their exhilarating, original Carl Stalling scores LIVE! Acclaimed as the master of animation music, Stalling’s soundscapes take audiences on a roller coaster ride of rhythm, melody, and harmony, inspired by the great works of Wagner, Rossini, Johann Strauss, von Suppe, Liszt, and other great composers. Conducted by George Daugherty and created by Daugherty and David Ka Lik Wong, Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II spotlights such iconic classics as What’s Opera, Doc?, The Rabbit of Seville, Rhapsody Rabbit, Long-Haired Hare, Show Biz Bugs, Baton Bunny, Duck Amuck, and many others… plus two brand-new, critically-acclaimed 3D Looney Tunes from Warner Bros.—Rabid Rider and Coyote Falls. And capping it all off are special guest appearances by Tom & Jerry in the Hollywood Bowl.

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Concert Sponsors: Corridor Title Austin Tree Experts

December Pops “My Sinatra” starring Cary Hoffman Peter Bay, conductor Tuesday, December 29, 2015 Wednesday, December 30, 2015 Palmer Events Center, 8:00 p.m.

The Austin Symphony is celebrating what would’ve been Sinatra’s 100th birthday with guest artist, Cary Hoffman. Hoffman captivates the audience with his intimate musical journey of one of the greatest entertainers in history, Frank Sinatra. Hoffman authentically sings Sinatra “Dead On!” (The New York Times), as he weaves in over 20 classic Sinatra songs, creating a musical score about his lifelong obsession of his idol, “Ol’ Blue Eyes.”

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February Pops “Lights, Camera… the Oscars!”

Peter Bay, conductor Saturday, February 20, 2016 Michael & Susan Dell Hall, 8:00 p.m.

The ASO is rolling out the red carpet just in time for Oscar® season! Guest vocalists will be featured alongside your Austin Symphony Orchestra, performing music from some of your most beloved Academy Awardwinning films. Reminisce to the themes and melodies of Gone with the Wind, Rocky, Titanic, and much more!

Be a part of these iconic films that we all love, with the excitement of the Oscars®!

Sponsors: Watkins Insurance Group Roberts Markel Weinberg Butler Hailey

June Pops “The Music of John Williams” Peter Bay, conductor Friday, June 10, 2016 Saturday, June 11, 2016 Palmer Events Center, 8:00 p.m.

Best known for his film scores and ceremonial music, Williams is also a noted composer of concert works and a renowned conductor. Come hear your favorite John Williams scores, such as Jurassic Park, Indiana Jones, Star Wars, Superman, and many more!

Bring your favorite food dish and enjoy this concert in a cabaret style setting.

Dress up as your favorite character from a John Williams’-scored film. Bring your favorite food dish and enjoy this concert in a cabaret style setting.

Sponsor: Mercedes-Benz of Austin

Sponsor: Emerson Process Management

Special Events Halloween Children’s Concert Sunday, October 25, 2015 Michael & Susan Dell Hall, NEW TIME— 3:00 p.m.

CHILLS AND THRILLS! It’s creepy, crawly and so much fun it’s spooky! Your little ghost or goblin will help haunt Long Center’s Dell Hall for the Austin Symphony’s annual Halloween Children’s Concert. This exciting concert features frightfully fun symphonic music that is stimulating for young eyes and ears (ages 2–10). The entire family is invited to dress up in their favorite costume and enjoy “boo-tiful” music with their Austin Symphony Orchestra!

Sponsor: Silicon Labs Halloween Children’s Concert

Handel’s Messiah

Tuesday, December 1, 2015 Ryan Heller, guest conductor Hyde Park Baptist Church, 8:00 p.m.

Austin Symphony with Chorus Austin The Austin Symphony presents its Christmas tradition, Handel’s Messiah, accompanied by Chorus Austin for you and your family!

Both a holiday classic and a city favorite, this night of musical magic will comfort you through its familiarity and fill you with the joy of rediscovery. Let us begin your Christmas holiday with a performance full of rejoicing!

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Enjoy this performance in our new location— more centrally located for all of Austin’s metro area to enjoy.

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Christmas in the Community In December, ensembles (woodwinds, brass, strings) from the Austin Symphony will be going out to various parts of the Austin community and performing one-hour concerts featuring holiday classics, as a thank you to the community for its support over the last 105 years.

These fun-filled events will be free and open to the public.

Sponsor: Macy’s

Sarah & Ernest Butler Texas Young Composers Concert

Christmas in the Community

Saturday, June 18, 2016 Peter Bay, conductor Michael & Susan Dell Hall, 7:30 p.m.

The Austin Symphony and the Long Center for the Performing Arts present the sixth annual Sarah & Ernest Butler Texas Young Composers Concert, which features music composed by brilliantly gifted students ages 18 and under. These talented composers are judged by esteemed professionals, and chosen to premiere their original compositions performed by your orchestra. This one-night-only performance gives these talented individuals a night in the spotlight and recognition for their admirable work. Some of these young composers have gone on to study at prestigious universities and have been hired by video game and movie studios.

Hartman Concerts in the Park

Butler Texas Young Composers Concert

Kids frolicking, couples lounging on blankets, old friends in their trusty folding chairs, lone bicyclists and pedestrians who have been distracted from their destinations—all united by the sound of music. The Hartman Foundation “Concerts in the Park,” presented by the Austin Symphony Orchestra, brings together ardent enthusiasts and unwitting attendees alike, just as similar events did in town centers years ago.

In its 13th summer season, these free ensemble concerts take place in the Hartman Concert Park in front of the Long Center City Terrace and run on Sunday evenings from May 31st through August 23rd at 7:30 p.m.

Hartman Concerts in the Park

S e at i n g C h a r t s Dell Hall (Masterworks Series, and October and February Pops)

Pa l m e r E v e n t s C e n t e r (December and June Pops)

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Masterworks Series (10 Concerts) Includes 8 Masterworks Series concerts plus December and June Pops Michael & Susan Dell Concert Hall ORCHESTRA AISLES

$420*

ORCHESTRA

$406*

PARTERRE BOXES

$500* (limited availability)

PARTERRE AISLES AA–BB

$420

PARTERRE AA–BB

$406

PARTERRE CC–JJ

$364

MEZZANINE BOXES

$500* (limited availability)

LOWER MEZZANINE AISLES

$420

LOWER MEZZANINE

$406

UPPER MEZZANINE

$342

BALCONY BOXES

$500* (limited availability)

LOWER BALCONY

$252

UPPER BALCONY J–L

$180

UPPER BALCONY M–N

$140

*Orchestra seating requires a minimum tax deductible donation to ASO’s Annual Fund of $400 per seat.

Pops Series

(4 concerts) Includes October and February Pops at Dell Hall, plus December and June Pops at the Palmer Events Center.

Michael & Susan Dell Concert Hall/Palmer Events Center ORCHESTRA AISLES/TABLE

$160

ORCHESTRA

$160

PARTERRE BOXES

$170* (limited availability)

PARTERRE AISLES AA–BB

$148

PARTERRE AA–BB

$148

PARTERRE CC–JJ

$148

MEZZANINE BOXES

$170 (limited availability)

LOWER MEZZANINE AISLES

$140

LOWER MEZZANINE

$140

UPPER MEZZANINE

$128

BALCONY BOXES

$170 (limited availability)

LOWER BALCONY

$118

UPPER BALCONY J–L

$98

UPPER BALCONY M–N

$84

Masterworks Series Subscriber “Add-On”

Halloween Children’s Concert

(2 concerts) Masterworks Series subscribers can also “add-on” the October and February Pops concerts presented at the Long Center for the Performing Arts’ Michael & Susan Dell Hall for up to 25% savings over single ticket prices. Number of “add-on” tickets limited to the same number of subscription tickets.

Michael & Susan Dell Concert Hall (general admission) Adults

$12

Children

$8

Michael & Susan Dell Concert Hall ORCHESTRA AISLES

$100

Handel’s Messiah

ORCHESTRA

$100

Hyde Park Baptist Church (3901 Speedway)

PARTERRE BOXES

$110* (limited availability)

SECTION A

$45

PARTERRE AISLES AA–BB

$88

SECTION B

$35

PARTERRE AA–BB

$88

SECTION C

$25

PARTERRE CC–JJ

$88

SECTION D

$15

MEZZANINE BOXES

$110* (limited availability)

LOWER MEZZANINE AISLES

$80

LOWER MEZZANINE

$80

UPPER MEZZANINE

$68

BALCONY BOXES

$110* (limited availability)

LOWER BALCONY

$58

UPPER BALCONY J–L

$38

UPPER BALCONY M–N

$24

Texas Young Composers Concert Michael & Susan Dell Concert Hall (general admission) Adults

$20

Students

$8

S U B S C R I B E R I N F O R M AT I O N Subscriber Rewards

Season discount —Save up to 41% off the single ticket price.

Guaranteed seating — Avoid the disappointment of sold-out performances.

Ticket exchange —Schedule conflict? We will exchange your season tickets for tickets to another performance with no questions asked and at no additional cost!

Tax receipt — Receive a tax credit for any season ticket(s) that you are unable to use. Simply notify us prior to the performance.

Lost tickets replacement — If you have lost a ticket, call (512) 476-6064 and the Box Office will replace your ticket at no additional cost.

Exclusive options — Purchase additional Pops tickets or special events before they are available to the general public.

Priority seating — Current subscribers receive first priority in subscribing for the next season. All subscribers receive the best seats at considerable savings.

Additional Information

Pre-Concert talks — Get the most out of each Masterworks Series concert by attending Pre-Concert Talks hosted by Bob Buckalew. Each lecture is given free of charge for ticket holders and begins at 7:10 p.m. in the concert hall. Pre-Concert Talks are informative and provide a behind-the-scenes look at classical music. Informal discussions are encouraged. All Masterworks Series concert performances begin at 8:00 p.m.

Parking —Parking is available in the city-owned Palmer Events Center garage and at One Texas Center for $8. Valet parking is available for $18.

How to Order

Mail, fax, or email — Order your tickets by printing out the order form at: www.austinsymphony.org/events/subscriptions.

If you don’t have access to a computer, give us a call and we’ll be happy to take your order by phone, or mail you a printed order form.

Complete your order form and mail, fax, or email it to: Mail: Austin Symphony Box Office,

1101 Red River Street, Austin, TX 78701 Fax: (512) 473-8743 Email: boxoffice@austinsymphony.org

Phone —For credit card orders, call (512) 476-6064 or 1-888-462-3787 (toll-free), Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

In person —Austin Symphony Box Office, 1101 Red River Street, Austin, Texas 78701, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Box Office staff, Andrew Rice and Tucker Hull, are happy to help you Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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CREDITS Brochure design by Scott M. Deems, Basement Light Design Principal photography by Kenny Trice Wardrobe for cover photography provided by The Garden Room Cover model and ASO patron: Nelia Robbi Thank You to all the ASO patrons, musicians, and staff who graciously agreed to be photographed for this brochure.

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