JACKSONVILLE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Fabio Mechetti, Music Director and Principal Conductor Haskell Endowed Chair
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Fri., Oct. 5 at 11 a.m. Fri. & Sat., Oct. 5 & 6, 2012, at 8 p.m. Michael Krajewski, conductor • Poperazzi, guest artists Coffee series concert sponsored by Raymond James & Associates Pops series concerts sponsored by Regency Centers, together with Hap & Brooke Stein and Russell & Joannie Newton
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Special guest vocalists Poperazzi take you on a tour of sunny Italy. Hear them sing Italian classics, thrilling arias, Neapolitan songs and more. With tributes to Mario Lanza, Pavarotti, Sinatra and Frankie Valli. Mayo Clinic Coffee Series • Fusion Series
SEASON SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE NOW. SINGLE-CONCERT TICKETS AVAILABLE AFTER AUGUST 27. By Phone: Speak with a customer service representative at 904.354.5547. Box Office hours are Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come See Us: Receive personal service at the Symphony Box Office, Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts, 300 Water Street. Hours listed above.
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Thu., Oct. 11, 2012, at 7:30 p.m. Fri., Oct. 12, 2012, at 11 a.m. Fabio Mechetti, conductor • Felix Hell, organ In Partnership with Riverside Fine Arts Association
A showcase of the 6,215-pipe Bryan Concert Organ’s magnificent sound, played by the phenomenal Felix Hell, featuring music by Handel, Poulenc and a new work by Michael Colina.
Groups: Groups of 10 or more receive a 15% discount off single ticket
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THE MUSIC OF QUEEN Sat., Oct. 13, 2012, at 8 p.m.
All concerts are in Jacoby Symphony Hall at the Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts, unless otherwise noted.
One night only – In the Moran Theater Brent Havens, conductor/arranger
All programs, dates, artists and ticket prices are subject to change.
The creators of “The Music of Led Zeppelin” pay tribute to the timeless genius of Freddie Mercury and his bandmates. Hits from “A Night at the Opera,” “News of the World,” and “A Kind of Magic” with soaring vocals, blazing guitar, and a live orchestra.
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SEPTEMBER
Thu., Oct. 18, 2012, at 7:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat., Oct. 19 & 20, 2012, at 8 p.m.
Fabio Mechetti, conductor • Vadim Gluzman, violin* Sponsored by Mayo Clinic SHENG Fanfare from “China Dreams” BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 2 TCHAIKOVSKY Violin Concerto*
2012 EverBank Family Series
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Fabio Mechetti’s Inaugural Program
Scott C. Gregg, conductor
Fri. & Sat., Sep. 28 & 29, 2012, at 8 p.m.
We’ve got a frighteningly fun Halloween concert just for you, filled with thrills and chills! Make sure to bring the kids in their favorite costumes to join the ghouls and goblins of the orchestra. We will have ghoulish games in the lobby prior to the concert along with the Instrument Zoo!
Florida Blue Masterworks Series
Fabio Mechetti, conductor • Antonio Meneses, cello* Sponsored by Haskell DVOR ÁK Cello Concerto* BERLIOZ Symphonie Fantastique v
Fri. & Sat., Nov. 2 & 3, 2012, at 8 p.m.
Jim and Jan Moran Theater
Michael Krajewski, conductor • Jim Curry, vocalist Sponsored by Acosta Sales & Marketing
Sponsored by VyStar
Jim Curry, singing voice of John Denver in an acclaimed network television special, performs “Rocky Mountain High,” “Sunshine on My Shoulders,” “Take Me Home Country Roads” and other unforgettable hits. Mayo Clinic Coffee Series • Florida Blue Masterworks Series
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Sun., Oct. 28, 2012, at 3 p.m.
Enter the magical world of childlike imagination at one of Jacksonville’s greatest holiday traditions. Special Event
HANDEL’S MESSIAH Fri., Dec. 21, 2012, at 8 p.m. Michael Butterman, conductor • Mary Wilson, soprano Sandra Piques-Eddy, alto • Javier Abreu, tenor • Philip Cutlip, baritone Jacksonville Symphony Chorus
Thu., Nov. 8, 2012, at 7:30 p.m. Fri., Nov. 9, 2012, at 11 a.m. Fri. & Sat., Nov. 9 & 10, 2012, at 8 p.m.
Handel’s masterpiece to this day is one of the most famous oratorios ever written. Hallelujah!
Michael Butterman, conductor • Jacksonville Symphony Chorus* ROUSE Karolju* (Not on Coffee Concert. Opening work TBA.) RACHMANINOFF Symphony No. 2
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Special Event
CLASSICAL CHRISTMAS Sat., Nov. 30, 2012, at 8 p.m.
TOAST! TO THE NEW YEAR! Mon., Dec. 31, 2012, at 8:30 p.m. Stuart Chafetz, conductor Joan Hess & Kirby Ward, song & dance duo
Ring in the New Year with your Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra.
Michael Butterman, conductor • Elena Urioste, violin Sponsored by Omni Jacksonville Hotel
Highlights include movements from Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, Corelli’s Christmas Concerto, and Wagner’s Siegfried Idyll.
JANUARY 2013 Special Event
DECEMBER 2012 EverBank Family Series
THE POLAR EXPRESS Michael Butterman, conductor • Vocalist TBA University of North Florida Women’s Chorale Sponsored by Scott-McRae Group
Experience the magic of the holidays by taking a ride on Chris Van Allsburg’s The Polar Express. This timeless tale of a boy who still believes makes every child always hope to hear the ringing of Santa’s bells. As images from the book are projected above the stage, the words of this Caldecott Medal-winner come to life with orchestra, chorus and vocalist. We’ll also ring in the season with a holiday sing-a-long!
Florida Blue Masterworks Series
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FIRST COAST NUTCRACKER Fri., Dec. 14, 2012, at 8 p.m. Sat., Dec. 15, 2012, at 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. Sun., Dec. 16, 2012, at 2 p.m.
Sun., Dec. 2, 2012, at 3 p.m. Special Event
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Fri., Dec. 7, 2012, at 11a.m. & 8 p.m. Sat., Dec. 8, 2012, at 8 p.m. • Sun., Dec. 9, 2012, at 3 p.m. Michael Butterman, conductor • Ashley Brown, soprano Jacksonville Symphony Chorus (Not on Coffee Concert.) Coffee Series concert sponsored by Westminster Woods Friday and Saturday evening concerts sponsored by Stein Mart
Join the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra & Chorus in one of the First Coast’s most beloved holiday traditions. Enjoy holiday favorites sung by guest artist Ashley Brown, who charmed audiences last season in “Broadway to Hollywood.”
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ITZHAK PERLMAN Sun., Jan. 6, 2013, at 7:30 p.m. Fabio Mechetti, conductor • Itzhak Perlman, special guest Sponsored by Bank of America / Merrill Lynch
Itzhak Perlman makes his triumphant return to the First Coast, performing Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto with your Jacksonville Symphony. Mr. Perlman in his last performance played to a capacity audience, so don’t delay. The concert also includes Wagner’s Overture to Tannhäuser and Dvor´` ák’s Symphony No. 8. Florida Blue Masterworks Series
THE PASSION OF BRAHMS P Thu., Jan. 10, 2013, at 7:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat., Jan. 11 & 12, 2013, at 8 p.m.
Fabio Mechetti, conductor • Lilya Zilberstein, piano* Sponsored by AT&T TORKE Bright Blue Music STRAVINSKY Jeu de Cartes BRAHMS Piano Concerto No. 1*
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Fri., Jan. 18, 2013, at 11 a.m. Fri. & Sat., Jan. 18 & 19, 2013, at 8 p.m. Stuart Chafetz, conductor Rich Ridenour, piano • Brandon Ridenour, trumpet Pops series concerts sponsored by Lynn and Bob Alligood
Back by popular demand, piano pops sensation Rich Ridenour returns – and this time he’s bringing son Brandon, trumpeter with the world-famous Canadian Brass. Featuring Rhapsody in Blue and other favorites.