Eugene 15/16 Season

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Our story began in 1965 with a bold notion – that Eugene could and should have its own symphony orchestra. Over the next 50 years, that idea, first dreamt of in a living room and nurtured by visionary volunteers and dedicated musicians, has grown into one of America’s preeminent regional orchestras – one that has hosted music’s greatest superstars, launched the international careers of talented conductors, and become one of the cornerstones of the performing arts in Oregon. Join us as we honor the Eugene Symphony’s glorious history and prepare for its bright future!

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With great pride and unbounded excitement, we share the Eugene Symphony’s landmark 50th season with you! Our Symphony thrives because of the support of our vibrant community, a composite of cultures from all corners of the globe. For this special anniversary season I want to celebrate this diversity with extraordinary music – each program highlights a specific culture, resulting in a journey around the world that leads back to Eugene. Truly, every concert will be a multi-faceted cultural event, in music and experience.

In addition to presenting the world’s reigning classical musician, Yo-Yo Ma, I’m delighted to welcome back to Eugene three of my esteemed predecessors – Marin Alsop, Miguel Harth-Bedoya, and Giancarlo Guerrero – to conduct signature programs reflecting their unique style and strengths. Also, we introduce new American music to the repertoire with three world premieres, first with Mason Bates, then Roberto Sierra, and finally Eugene’s own Robert Kyr. We are proud to have pursued our mission of enriching lives through the power of music as cultural ambassadors for five decades, whether onstage at the Hult Center or out in our area schools and community centers. I couldn’t be prouder to be a part of this musical legacy. Celebrate our city and our Symphony during this historic season – join us!

Yours, Danail Rachev Music Director and Conductor

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Danail Rachev, conductor Benjamin Beilman, violin

MASON BATES

World Premiere (50th Anniversary Commission)

SAINT-SAËNS

Violin Concerto No. 3

RAVEL

Rapsodie espagnole

GERSHWIN

An American in Paris

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To open our 50th anniversary season, two American works – one timeless and the other timely – surround the music of two of France’s greatest composers. Grammy-nominated composer Mason Bates brings urban energy and techno edge to his celebratory premiere, while Gershwin’s famous travelogue perfectly captures the vibrant bustle of Paris. In between, rising star Benjamin Beilman debuts with Saint-Saëns’s dazzling Concerto, and Ravel’s Rapsodie is a colorful postcard from Spain. It’s Opening Night – celebrate with us!

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Miguel Harth-Bedoya, conductor Vadym Kholodenko, piano Hector Zaraspe, choreographer | Zaraspe Dance Troupe LENG

Preludio No. 1

SORO

Danza Fantรกstica

GINASTERA

Piano Concerto No. 1

GINASTERA

Estancia

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As our Music Director from 1996-2002, Miguel Harth-Bedoya introduced us to the music of South America, and he forged a potent partnership with choreographer Hector Zaraspe to create memorable evenings of tango and flamenco dancing. In his return to the Eugene Symphony, Miguel celebrates the 100th birthday of Argentine master Alberto Ginastera – first with a sizzling Piano Concerto played by 2013 Van Cliburn Competition gold medalist Vadym Kholodenko, and then with dancers premiering Zaraspe’s breathtaking choreography of an awe-inspiring production of the ballet Estancia – created especially for Eugene!

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Danail Rachev, conductor Featuring the University of Oregon Symphony Orchestra

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The Unanswered Question

VARÈSE

Amériques

DVOŘÁK

Symphony No. 9, “From the New World”

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Three unique voices create one powerful evening of music about the American experience. Featured on the first Eugene Symphony concert in November 1965, Charles Ives’s hypnotic score contemplates our very existence. French avant-garde composer Edgard Varèse captures the sonic cacophony he heard in Manhattan in 1918, right down to construction noise and police sirens. To perform Amériques, we are collaborating with the University of Oregon Symphony Orchestra to present the largest orchestra ever assembled at the Hult Center. Finally, Antonín Dvořák’s famous Symphony is equal parts love letter to his Czech homeland and tribute to the spirit of opportunity he found in America.

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Danail Rachev, conductor Elizabeth Racheva, soprano | Joseph Barron, bass-baritone BERNSTEIN COPLAND

Overture to Candide El Salón México

ROBERTO SIERRA Loíza – World Premiere

(50th Anniversary Commission) ELLINGTON Music from The River Broadway songs by Kern, Porter, Ellington, Berlin and Sondheim GERSHWIN Cuban Overture

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Enjoy an evening of thoroughly American entertainment

by Bernstein, Copland, Ellington, Gershwin and more!

Plus, we’ll hear the world premiere of Grammy-nominated Puerto Rican-American composer Roberto Sierra’s Loíza, based on the “bomba” traditional dance from his native island. Two talented vocalists sing a collection of Broadway’s greatest hits by Jerome Kern, Cole Porter, Duke Ellington, Irving Berlin, and Stephen Sondheim. It’ll be a night you’ll never forget!

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Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor Eugene Symphony Chorus Sharon Paul, chorus director DURUFLÉ Requiem RESPIGHI

Fountains of Rome

RESPIGHI

Pines of Rome

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Our Music Director from 2002 to 2009, Giancarlo Guerrero has become one of the world’s most sought-after conductors.

He returns to Eugene for the first time, collaborating with the Eugene Symphony Chorus to perform Maurice Duruflé’s mesmerizing Requiem, which transforms Gregorian chant into a luxuriant tapestry of sound. Then, Giancarlo conducts two shimmering showpieces by Italian great Ottorino Respighi, including the thrilling Pines of Rome.

Don’t miss Giancarlo’s homecoming!

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Danail Rachev, conductor Pius Cheung, percussion

TRADITIONAL KOREAN FOLK SONG “Arirang” TAN DUN Water Concerto TAKEMITSU Night Signal STRAVINSKY Suite from The Firebird

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Discover ancient and modern musical treasures from Asia, along with a Russian masterpiece. The soul-stirring folk song “Arirang” has been revered in Korea for more than 600 years.

Contemporary Chinese composer Tan Dun’s Concerto immerses percussion instruments in lighted bowls of water to create a feast for the eye and the ear, while Japanese master Toru Takemitsu’s Night Signal sends the sounds of brass choirs soaring. Finally, Stravinsky’s epic ballet score weaves a tale of love’s triumph over tyranny, with the help of a mythical creature.

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Danail Rachev, conductor André Watts, piano BEETHOVEN

Piano Concerto No. 5, “Emperor”

MAHLER

Symphony No. 4

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Superstar André Watts returns to Eugene to perform Beethoven’s ultimate piano showcase, a piece so majestic it earned the nickname “Emperor.” Mahler’s Symphony begins with sleigh bells and flutes, and ends with a child’s beautiful vision of heaven. In between you’ll hear music of innocence and poignancy, in Mahler’s most emotionally transparent and uplifting score.

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Danail Rachev, conductor Adele Anthony, violin GLINKA

Russlan und Ludmila Overture

PROKOFIEV

Symphony No. 3

BORODIN

Polovtsian Dances

TCHAIKOVSKY

Violin Concerto

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Four giants represent the rich musical legacy of Russia, encompassing Glinka’s sparkling operatic overture, Prokofiev’s dark and jagged Symphony, Borodin’s colorful dances and Tchaikovsky’s virtuosic and heartfelt Concerto. Stunning violinist Adele Anthony makes her Eugene debut playing one of the greatest instrumental showpieces of all time.

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Danail Rachev, conductor Alexandre Dossin, piano Eugene Symphony Chorus Sharon Paul, chorus director ROBERT KYR

Piano Concerto – World Premiere (50th Anniversary Commission)

BEETHOVEN

Symphony No. 9, Choral

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Our season-long celebration culminates with our third 50th anniversary commission and world premiere, composer Robert Kyr’s Piano Concerto, performed by his University of Oregon colleague, Alexandre Dossin. Then, exult in the soaring sounds of Beethoven’s hymn to the human spirit, the universally beloved Symphony No. 9.

What better way to cap off our 50th season of bringing the world’s greatest music to Eugene!

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Danail Rachev, conductor Yo-Yo Ma, cello VLADIGEROV

Rhapsody Vardar

LISZT

Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2

ENESCO

Romanian Rhapsody No. 1

DVOŘÁK

Cello Concerto

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Hult Center photo by: Mike Shaw

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The world’s leading cellist returns to collaborate with the Eugene Symphony for the first time in nearly a decade to help celebrate our anniversary year. He performs Dvořák, the greatest of all concertos for his instrument, preceded by a trio of rhapsodies by composers from Hungary, Romania, and Bulgaria – Music Director Danail Rachev’s home country. This is a can’t-miss concert – don’t wait to buy your tickets!

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Marin Alsop, conductor

JOHN ADAMS

Short Ride in a Fast Machine

MAHLER

Adagio from Symphony No. 10

BERNSTEIN

Suite from On the Waterfront

JAMES P. JOHNSON

Victory Stride

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Conductor Laureate Marin Alsop, revered around the globe for her ability to communicate on and off the podium, leads a memorable concert of some of her favorites. The orchestra’s performance is the centerpiece of an evening-long celebration of Eugene’s best food, beverages, art, and music that will fill every corner of the Hult Center – from a food cart roundup to tastings by craft breweries and local wineries, plus an indie band showcase, DJ remix competition and dancing!

You’ve never imagined a Symphony event like this!

Eugene skyline photo by: Kazuaki Fuse

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