2025.04.06 | Randall Goosby Program

Co-presented with Philharmonic Society of Orange County

Randall Goosby violin Zhu Wang piano Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 3PM

Pre-concert lecture by CK Dexter Haven | 2PM

Soka Performing Arts Center at Soka University of America

Randall Goosby, violin & Zhu Wang, piano

Featured Performers Randall Goosby violin Zhu Wang piano

Mr. Goosby’s recordings can be found exclusively on Decca Classics For more information on Randall Goosby, visit www.randallgoosby.com Management for Randall Goosby: Primo Artists, New York, NY www.primoartists.com For more information on Zhu Wang, visit www.zhuwang.com Management for Zhu Wang: Young Concert Artists, New York, NY www.yca.org

PROGRAM

PROGRAM JOSEPH BOLOGNE, CHEVALIER DE SAINT-GEORGES VIOLIN SONATA NO. 3 IN G MINOR, OP. 1A Allegro Rondo gracioso

GABRIEL FAURÉ

SONATA NO. 1 IN A MAJOR, OP. 13 Allegro molto Andante Allegro vivo Allegro quasi presto

-- INTERMISSION -ERNEST CHAUSSON POÈME, OP. 25

FRANZ SCHUBERT

RONDEAU BRILLANT IN B MINOR, D. 895

ABOUT THE PROGRAM Violin Sonata No. 3 in G minor, Op. 1a (1781) JOSEPH BOLOGNE, CHEVALIER DE SAINT-GEORGES (1745–1799) We possess a fine 1787 portrait of Joseph Bologne in which he embodies the very image of the preRevolutionary French gentleman: powdered wig, billowing lace kerchief, richly textured velvet coat, gloves, and an elegant rapier attesting to his fencing skill.

But there’s something just a bit different about it: Joseph Bologne was a person of color. The son of a wealthy French planter and a slave woman, he was born in the French West Indies and probably grew up in Saint-Domingue, a wealthy sugar colony with a vibrant cultural life. All that ended abruptly with the 1791 slave revolt and the establishment of the Republic of Haiti. Well before then, however, Joseph had settled in Paris, where he happily hobnobbed with the elite in their salons, clubs, and gardens.

Bologne’s two great passions were fencing and playing the violin, both of which he was an acknowledged master. His compositional output is, not surprisingly, dominated by works for violin, of which the three Op. 1 sonatas provide splendid examples of his art at its maturity. In keeping with the latest developments, Bologne treats the two instruments as full partners, rather than discounting the violin to the role of supporting the early piano’s weak sustaining power.

The G minor sonata embodies two trends that were all the thing in the late 18th century–sturm und drang, and the galant style. In effect they are polar opposites: ‘storm and stress’ refers to works in minor keys with a considerable amount of churn, while galanterie, an elevation of etiquette into a prime civilizing force, threaded through both art and society. In this sonata, the minormode first movement is a stormy affair in places, but in keeping with the era’s overall optimism, it also spends a fair amount of its time in the sunnier major mode. The second movement presents its ohso elegant galanterie in rondo form in which a central reprise alternates with several contrasting episodes.

Sonata No. 1 in A, Op. 13 (1877) GABRIEL FAURÉ (1845–1927) We may thank mezzo-soprano Pauline Viardot for Gabriel Fauré’s exquisite A Major violin sonata. One of the 19th century’s uncontested grand divas, she was also an impressively well-rounded musician who ran a Paris salon that attracted the best and the brightest.

The young Fauré became a Viardot regular as of the 1870s, and it was there that he met her son Paul, a superb violinist who, for a while, looked to become Fauré’s brotherin-law. (That didn’t work out.)

Paul Viardot is the dedicatee of the Violin Sonata No. 1 in A Major, Fauré’s first important chamber work and to this day one of his most frequently-performed and admired compositions. The piece had a rocky start, however. Fauré

ABOUT THE PROGRAM had trouble getting it published, and was eventually obliged to settle for a situation in which the publisher maintained the copyright and therefore took whatever royalties accrued. Even though the sonata had been a success at its 1877 premiere, it appears that the publishers were taken aback by its blend of ancient and modern; not only does it make use of the ecclesiastical modes of medieval and Renaissance music, but it also displays a neo-Classical reserve that would have been alien to an era of big-boned, hyper-emotive outpourings.

The Fauré A Major sonata may well owe some of its relatively modernist tendencies to Wagner and Liszt, both fearless about stretching the limits of tonality and borrowing idioms from alternate musical sources. Its shimmering first movement dispenses with any introductory material and launches itself into a meticulous sonataallegro form with aristocratic finesse. The introverted and reflective slow movement, in the ‘dark’ key of D minor, invokes wisps of a languid waltz, or perhaps a sleepy barcarolle. In third place comes a downright scamper of a scherzo, fleet-footed and elfin, but with an ever-so melancholy mid-place trio. To conclude, Fauré offers a sweetly rippling rondo that somehow manages to be simultaneously virtuosic and restrained, its perfect balance a virtual musical handprint for this most quintessentially French of composers.

Poème, Op. 25 (1896) ERNEST CHAUSSON (1855–1899) Chausson belongs to a select group of composers such as Corelli and Ravel whose painstaking craftsmanship mandated a limited output. He also belongs to a considerably larger and gloomier group of composers, those who died too young to realize their full potential, among them Purcell, Mozart, Schubert, Chopin, Mendelssohn, Bizet, Guillaume Lekeu, and Lili Boulanger. But Chausson did manage to pack quite a lot into his 44 years before his demise in a bicycling accident.

He can be thought of as a ‘bridge’ composer whose style connects late French romanticism with Debussyean modernism.

In particular he was attached to his teacher César Franck, and to that end he created in his Symphony in B-flat one of the finest examples of the so-called “Franck School” of symphonic construction via organically evolving melodic figures.

Chausson originally gave his Poème the subtitle of “La chant de l’amour triumphant,” taken from a novella

by Ivan Turgenev, and thereby hangs a tale. Turgenev was part of the Pauline Viardot circle and in fact lived on her estate near Paris.

Viardot’s daughter Marianne had been engaged to Gabriel Fauré–also a Viardot regular–but broke that off to marry another man. Turgenev’s novella may well have been inspired by those relationships, and thus Chausson’s Poème, like the Fauré

ABOUT THE PROGRAM A Major sonata, got its start in the Viardot salon.

But Chausson removed the subtitle once his intentions focused on a fully abstract composition without an underlying story. He wrote the Poème at what was for him breakneck speed–about three months–for the fine violinist Eugène Ysaÿe, who played the 1896 premiere. The work was a hit from the get-go and has remained solid violin repertory ever since, whether in its original version for violin and orchestra or in Chausson’s own transcription for violin and piano.

Dreamy and shot through with an elegant melancholy, it almost seems like a written-out improvisation or free fantasia, despite its meticulous construction.

Rondeau brillant in B minor, D. 895 (1826) FRANZ SCHUBERT (1797–1828) Schubert will be forever a riddle wrapped in an enigma. He kept to himself for the most part, spent his days hunched over his writing desk, wrote few letters that reveal anything personal, and attracted very little in the way of public or journalistic interest during his alltoo-brief lifetime. Creative volcano he may have been, but if an aura of mystery is essential to our ideal of the Romantic artist, then Schubert embodies that ideal to perfection.

Schubert’s musical personas were many; he was far more than just the gentle tunesmith of Blossom Time myth. Consider his expertise at conjuring up virtuoso

showpieces, of which the dazzling Rondo in B minor, D. 895 is a prime example. After an extended slow introduction filled with pomp and extravagant gestures, the rondo–i.e., a cyclic form in which a recurring reprise alternates with contrasting passages–kicks off a steeplechase for both instruments that darts through a panoply of keys and harmonic twists, finally culminating in an exhilarating sprint to a majormode finish.

Program notes by Andrew Mellor © 2025

ABOUT THE ARTISTS RANDALL GOOSBY VIOLIN “For me, personally, music has been a way to inspire others” – Randall Goosby’s own words sum up perfectly his commitment to being an artist who makes a difference.

Signed exclusively to Decca Classics in 2020 at the age of 24, American violinist Randall Goosby is acclaimed for the sensitivity and intensity of his musicianship alongside his determination to make music more inclusive and accessible, as well as bringing the music of under-represented composers to light.

Highlights of Randall Goosby’s 2024/25 season include debut performances with the Chicago Symphony/Sir Mark Elder, the Minnesota Orchestra/Thomas Søndergård, National Arts Centre Orchestra/Alexander Shelley, Montreal Symphony Orchestra/ Dalia Stasevska and Netherlands Radio Philharmonic/Michele Mariotti. He joins the London Philharmonic Orchestra on their U.S. tour led by Edward Gardner.

Goosby returns to the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Philadelphia Orchestra, Cincinnati Symphony, Detroit Symphony and Utah Symphony. He appears in recital across North America and Europe as soloist as well as with the Renaissance Quartet.

Summer 2024 includes Goosby’s debut with the New York Philharmonic with Thomas Wilkins performing Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto, and he returns to Marlboro Music. Previous

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engagements have included debut performances with the Boston Symphony Orchestra/Andris Nelsons, National Symphony/ Thomas Wilkins, Pittsburgh Symphony/Manfred Honeck, Seattle Symphony and St Louis Symphony both under Christian Reif, a European tour with the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra under Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Danish National Radio Symphony/ Jukka-Pekka Saraste, Oslo Philharmonic/Ryan Wigglesworth and Lahti Symphony/Roderick Cox. Goosby made his debuts in South Korea in recital and in Japan with the Orchestra Ensemble Kanazawa/ Kahchun Wong performing Bruch Violin Concerto in G minor. In summer 2023, he made his debut at the Mostly Mozart Festival under Louis Langrée.

In spring 2023, Goosby’s debut concerto album was released for Decca Classics together with Yannick Nézet-Séguin and the Philadelphia Orchestra performing

ABOUT THE ARTISTS the violin concertos by Max Bruch and Florence Price. Gramophone Magazine observed: “There’s an honesty and modesty…This playing isn’t dressed to impress but to express.”

Memphis with pianist, Zhu Wang.

Together they explore how the students’ family history can relate to music and building community collaboration through narrative and performances.

Goosby’s first album for Decca, entitled ‘Roots’, is a celebration of African-American music which explores its evolution from the spiritual through to present-day compositions. Collaborating with pianist Zhu Wang, Goosby curated an album paying homage to the pioneering artists that paved the way for him and other artists of colour. It features three worldpremiere recordings of music written by African-American composer Florence Price, and includes works by composers William Grant Still and ColeridgeTaylor Perkinson plus a newly commissioned piece by acclaimed double bassist Xavier Foley, a fellow Sphinx and Young Concert Artists alumnus. “Roots: Deluxe Edition” was released in spring 2024 and features new recordings of music

by Carlos Simon, William Grant Still and Florence Price.

Randall Goosby was First Prize Winner in the 2018 Young Concert Artists International Auditions. In 2019, he was named the inaugural Robey Artist by Young Classical Artists Trust in partnership with Music Masters in London; and in 2020 he became an Ambassador for Music Masters, a role that sees him mentoring and inspiring students in schools around the United Kingdom. In 2010 he won first prize of the Sphinx Concerto Competition, he is a recipient of Sphinx’s Isaac Stern Award and of a career advancement grant from the Bagby Foundation and of the 2022 Avery Fisher Career Grant. An active chamber musician, he has spent his summers studying at the Perlman Music Program, Verbier Festival Academy and Mozarteum Summer Academy among others.

Goosby is deeply passionate about inspiring and serving others through education, social engagement and outreach activities. He has enjoyed working with non-profit organizations such as the Opportunity Music Project and Concerts in Motion in New York City, as well as participating in community engagement programs for schools, hospitals and assisted living facilities across the United States. In 22/23 Goosby hosted a residency with the Iris Collective in

Goosby made his debut with the Jacksonville Symphony at age nine and with the New York Philharmonic on a Young People’s Concert at Lincoln Center’s Avery Fisher Hall at age 13. A former student of Itzhak Perlman and Catherine Cho, he received his Bachelor’s, Master’s and Artist Diploma degrees from the Juilliard School. He is an alumni of the Perlman Music Program and studied previously with Philippe Quint. He plays the Antonio Stradivarius, Cremona, “ex-Strauss,” 1708 on generous loan from Samsung Foundation of Culture.

ABOUT THE ARTISTS ZHU WANG PIANO Praised as “especially impressive” and “a thoughtful, sensitive performer” who “balanced lyrical warmth and crisp clarity” (Tommasini–The New York Times), pianist Zhu Wang was awarded First Prize in the 2020 Young Concert Artists Susan Wadsworth International Auditions, Gold Medalist at 2024 New Orleans International Piano Competition.

Zhu was one of the finalists in the 2019 Clara Haskil International Piano Competition, and prizewinner of 2024 Cleveland International Piano Competition. The world-renowned pianist Fou Ts’ong recognized Zhu as an “excellent pianist with a natural sense of harmony and imagination,” whose sensitive and engaging performances exhibit a remarkable depth of musicianship and poise beyond his age. Zhu’s Carnegie Zankel Hall debut recital made to The New York Times’ “Best of 2021” list.

Recent performances include appearing as soloist with Orchestra of St. Luke’s, New York Youth Symphony at Carnegie Hall Stern Auditorium, Columbus, Kansas City, Spokane, Memphis, and Richmond Symphony Orchestras, and solo recital for Hilton Head International Piano Competition. And highlights of the upcoming season include Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2 with the Brevard Philharmonic Orchestra, Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3 with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. Solo recital for Ashmont Hill Chamber Music Series, chamber music concert

with members of Orchestra of St Luke’s at Carnegie Hall, and concert tour in Europe and North America with violinist Randall Goosby in the spring of 2025.

An avid chamber musician, Zhu has appeared on series such as Chamber Music Detroit, Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival, Vancouver Recital Society, La Jolla Music Society, Stanford Live, Four Seasons Chamber Music Festival, Howland Chamber Music Series, Chesapeake Music, Clarion Concerts, Philadelphia Chamber Music Society, and Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. Zhu is an alum of Kneisel Hall Chamber Music School, Caramoor’s Evnin Rising Stars, Music@Menlo International Program, and he regularly appears in chamber music recitals with violinist Randall Goosby.

A native of Hunan, China, Zhu started learning piano at the age of five. He graduated from Curtis Institute of Music and The Juilliard School and received Gina

ABOUT THE ARTISTS Bachauer Scholarship, Mieczyslaw Munz Scholarship, and Mehlin Prize. Zhu is pursuing his Master of Music degree at Juilliard, under the tutelage of Emanuel Ax and Robert McDonald. He gratefully acknowledges the support of the Bagby Foundation for the Musical Arts. Zhu currently lives in New York City with his wife Chloe and their beloved two cats, Chaz and Tùzi.

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SONATA ($300+) Alta Bahia Philharmonic Committee Buck and Suzanne Baird Charlene Bauer Robert Braun Mr. Scott Brinkerhoff Gail Brooks Mr. and Mrs. Tyke Camaras Luisa Cano Beverly and Dave Carmichael Mr. and Mrs. Gustave S. Chabre Mr. and Mrs. Joseph P. Chamberlain Jr. Mary E. Chelius Mr. Randall K. Chun Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Compton Peter Conlon and Deborah Shaw Gordon Cowan Mrs. Frayda Eilbert Mitch Farber-Netbilling Mr. and Mrs. Donald French

Jeanie Gibson Marvin Goecks, Jr. Dr. Alan L. Goldin Sandra and Jerome Harlan Howard and Carol Hay Pamela Hoffman Ms. and Mr. Delores Holte Mr. and Mrs. Dan Horgan Ms. and Mr. Julie Huniu Seth Johnson Irvine Integrative Medical Center Elizabeth M. and Donald P. Johnson Ms. Sumie Jossi Kenneth and Janis Kaplan Dr. and Mrs. William P. Klein Professor and Mrs. John Koshak Mr. and Mrs. Edward S. Kriz Dr. and Mrs. Craig

Leonard MacGillivray Freeman Films Dr. Lani and Mr. David Martin Leslie and Gus Ordonez Linda Owen Angela and David Pak Perry Family Fund Sidney and Nancy Petersen John Pettit Dr. and Mrs. William G. Preston M.D. Coralie Prince Mr. and Ms. Peter T. Ridley Dr. and Mrs. Stephen G. Romansky Deborah and Frank Rugani Suzanne Sandmeyer and Wes Hatfield Paul Schmidhauser and Cindy Hughes Ms. Barbara Sentell Patricia Smoot

Mr. and Mrs. Gregg Stempson Mr. and Mrs. Peter J. Tennyson Ms. Carole Uhlaner and Mr. D Brownstone Margaret and Timothy Van Eck Dr. Mark Wohlgemuth Mr. Leonard Wyss Bob and Ellie Yates

HONORARY LIFE MEMBERS Frieda Belinfante, in memoriam Jane K. Grier, in memoriam John M. Rau

List current as of 10/16/2024 The Philharmonic Society deeply appreciates the support of its sponsors and donors, and makes every effort to ensure accurate and appropriate recognition. Contact the Development Department at (949) 553-2422, ext. 233, to make us aware of any error or omission in the foregoing list.

PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY DONORS

ESTERHAZY PATRONS The Philharmonic Society is proud to recognize our dedicated patrons who have made a multi-year Esterhazy Patron pledge. We are grateful for their support, which has been largely responsible for enabling us to present the world’s most acclaimed symphony orchestras, chamber ensembles and soloists.

Mr. James Alexiou Mr. & Mrs. Darrel Anderson A. Gary Anderson Family Foundation Mr. Gary N. Babick Ms. Tricia Babick Mrs. Linda Beimfohr Mr. & Mrs. John Carson Cheng Family Foundation Mrs. William P. Conlin Mr. Warren G. Coy Marjorie & Roger Davisson Mr. & Mrs. Jack Delman The Dirk Family Dr. & Mrs. Christopher Duma Mr. & Mrs. Rodney Emery Catherine Emmi

Lyndie Ersan Mr. & Mrs. Howard Freedland Margaret M. Gates In memory of family Mr. Milton S. Grier, Jr. Maralou Harrington Dr. Howard J. Jelinek Mr. & Mrs. Mark Chapin Johnson Dr. Siret Jurison Donna L. Kendall Foundation Mr. & Mrs. Venelin Khristov Mr. & Mrs. Roger Kirwan Capt. Steve Lutz & Shala Shashani Lutz

Professor Robert & Dr. Adeline Yen Mah Mrs. Sharon McNalley Dr. Vahe Meghrouni Mrs. Michael D. Nadler Elaine & Carl Neuss Mr. Thomas Nielsen Milena & Milan Panic Helen Reinsch Barbara Roberts Mrs. Michelle Rohé Mr. & Mrs. Stephen L. Salyer Elizabeth Segerstrom Mr. & Mrs. Douglas H. Smith Mrs. Elaine Weinberg Mr. & Mrs. George Wentworth Bobbitt & Bill Williams Anonymous

The William Gillespie Foundation* Mr. & Mrs.* Milton S. Grier, Jr. Mr. Edward Halvajian* Ms. Joan Halvajian Ms. Marie Hiebsch* Mildred & James* Hill Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence Hull* Mr. Leonard Jaffe Judith* & Howard Jelinek Dr. Burton L. Karson* Donna L. Kendall Hank & Bonnie Landsberg Mrs. Carla Liggett Dr. William Lycette Mr. & Mrs. Herbert Michel Mr. & Mrs. Bart Morrow Mr. & Mrs. Michael D. Nadler* Eva Cebulski Olivier

Mrs. Frank M. Posch* Marcia Kay Radelet Marjorie Rawlins* Mrs. Ladislaw Reday* Elaine M. Redfield* Mr. Richard M. Reinsch* Mr. & Mrs. Stephen L. Salyer Mr. & Mrs. Robert Sebring John Jacob Shaak Mr. H. Russell Smith* Al Spector & Tatjana Soli Ms. Dea Stanuszek Diane & Michael Stephens Vas Nunes Family Trust* Betty M. Williams* Anonymous

LEGACY CIRCLE MEMBERS Mr. James Alexiou & Mrs. Elaine Alexiou* Dr. & Mrs. Julio Aljure Diane* & John Chimo Arnold Estate of Edra E. Brophy* Mr. James J. Brophy Mr. Douglas T. Burch, Jr.* Mr. William P. Conlin* & Mrs. Laila Conlin Pamela Courtial* Richard Cullen & Robert Finnerty Mr. Ben Dolson* Camille & Eric Durand Trust* Karen & Don Evarts Erika E. Faust* James & Judy Freimuth Ms. Carol Frobish*

*Deceased

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Bold type indicates gifts of $50,000 or more.

Please call the Philharmonic Society Development Department if you have included either the Philharmonic Society or the separate Philharmonic Foundation in your will or trust so that we may honor you as a member of the Legacy Circle. For more information, call (949) 553-2422, ext. 233 or visit: www.PhilharmonicSociety.org/SupportUs and click on Secure The Future.

PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY DONORS

SECURING THE FUTURE The Philharmonic Society’s Philharmonic Forward campaign is the first of its kind in the organization’s history. It will grow the Society’s endowment—providing greater opportunities for the presentation of the world’s leading orchestras and other musical performances while expanding our educational and community outreach—and also establish a current needs fund for organizational sustainability and flexibility. We are proud to recognize those who are helping secure the Society’s future with a gift to the Philharmonic Forward Campaign. We are grateful for their support, which will help fuel the Society’s growth and provide a legacy of incomparable music and superb music education programs in perpetuity.

For more information, contact Halim Kim, Senior Director of Development, at (949) 553-2422, ext. 233 or email halim@philharmonicsociety.org.

DONORS TO THE PHILHARMONIC FORWARD CAMPAIGN Co-Chairs Donna L. Kendall & Douglas H. Smith $1,000,000+ Mr. James J. Brophy Donna L. Kendall & the Donna L. Kendall Foundation Mr. & Mrs. Robert Sebring Anonymous $500,000+ Richard Cullen & Robert Finnerty James & Judy Freimuth $250,000+ The Davisson Family Fund for Youth Music Education Margaret M. Gates In memory of family Mr. & Mrs.* Milton S. Grier, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Douglas H. Smith

$100,000+ Pete & Sabra* Bordas David & Suzanne Chonette Karen & Don Evarts Milli & Jim* Hill Chris & Marlene Nielsen Richard* & Deborah Polonsky Diane & Michael Stephens Anonymous $50,000+ Mr. Douglas T. Burch, Jr.* Dr. Richard D. & France Campbell Erika E. Faust* Mrs. Joanne C. Fernbach Joan Halvajian Elaine & Carl Neuss Marcia Kay Radelet Mr. & Mrs. Philip E. Ridout Ms. Dea Stanuszek Dr. Daniel & Jeule Stein $25,000+ Douglas Burch Classical Programs Fund

Mr. William P. Conlin* & Mrs. Laila Conlin Mr. & Mrs. Donald French Mr. & Mrs. Peter Fuerbringer Mr. & Mrs. Noel Hamilton Dr. & Mrs. Chase* Roh Up to $24,999 Eleanor & Jim* Anderson John W. Benecke Mr. & Mrs. Jim Burra Ana & Ron Dufault Hung Fan & Michael Feldman First American Trust Kimberly Dwan Bernatz Mr. John D. Flemming & Mr. Mark Powell Duke Funderburke Carolyn & John Garrett Karin Easter Gurwell Maralou & Jerry M.* Harrington Mrs. Alice E. Hood Huntington Harbour Philharmonic Committee - Marina Windjammer Group

Kevin & Judith Ivey Ms. Lula Belle Jenkins Doris & Jim Kollias Mrs. Elizabeth C. Kramer Mr. & Mrs. Richard Lewis Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Madracki Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Mastrangelo Mr. & Mrs. Herbert Michel Charles Mosmann Carl Neisser* Joan Rehnborg Dr. & Mrs. Henry Sobel Dr. & Mrs. Julio Taleisnik Marti & Walter Unger Gayle Widyolar, M.D. Sandi Wright-Cordes U.S. Bank Anonymous

*Deceased

LEAVE A LEGACY Estate gifts allow our long-time subscribers and donors to leave an enduring legacy that helps ensure the long-term financial strength of the Philharmonic Society of Orange County. Please consider including us in your will, as either a percentage of your estate or a fixed amount. Doing so will support our commitment of presenting world-class programming and music education that enriches the cultural life of Orange County for generations to come.

For more information, please contact (949) 553-2422, ext. 233, or email support@philharmonicsociety.org

ABOUT THE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY OF ORANGE COUNTY

THE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY OF ORANGE COUNTY

Founded in 1954 as Orange County’s first music organization, the Philharmonic Society of Orange County presents national and international performances of the highest quality and provides dynamic and innovative music education programs for individuals of all ages to enhance the lives of Orange County audiences through music.

For more 70 years the Philharmonic Society has evolved and grown with the county’s changing landscape, presenting artists and orchestras who set the standard for artistic achievement from Itzhak Perlman, Gustavo Dudamel, Yo-Yo Ma, and Renée Fleming to the Berlin Philharmonic, Vienna Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and many others.

In addition, the Philharmonic Society celebrates multi-disciplinary performances under its Eclectic Orange brand and embraces music from a wide range of countries with its World Music performances. Its celebrated family concerts introduce children to classical music with creative and inspiring performances, instilling music appreciation for future generations.

The Philharmonic Society’s nationally recognized Youth Music Education Programs, offered free of charge, engage more than 100,000 students annually through curriculum-based music education programs that aim to inspire, expand imaginations, and encourage learning at all levels. These programs are made possible by the Committees of the Philharmonic Society comprised of 500 volunteer members who provide more than 90,000 hours of inkind service each year.

As a key youth program, the exceptional Orange County Youth Symphony and String Ensemble provide top-tier training to the area’s most talented young musicians through multi-level ensemble instruction, leadership training, touring opportunities, challenging professional repertoire, and performances in world-class venues. The Philharmonic Society also promotes life-long learning by connecting with colleges and universities to conduct masterclasses and workshops and providing pre-concert lectures to introduce audiences to program selections.

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PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND STAFF

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

OFFICERS Elaine Neuss, Chair/CEO* John Flemming, Deputy Board Chair* Donna L. Kendall, Vice Chair* Stephen Amendt, Secretary/Treasurer*

PRESIDENT AND ARTISTIC DIRECTOR Tommy Phillips

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Kathy Barrett, President-Elect, The Committees John W. Benecke, Special Events Chair Lauren Claus, President, The Committees* Hung Fan, Laguna Beach Music Festival Chair Jean Felder, Artistic and Marketing Chair John Flemming, Nominating & Governance Margaret M. Gates, Development Chair Kari Kerr Mirella Reznic June Shillman Douglas H. Smith, Member at Large* Steven M. Sorenson, MD Sandi Wright-Cordes, Orange County Youth Symphony Chair IN MEMORIAM Sabra Bordas Douglas T. Burch, Jr. Jane Grier

*Executive Committee

ARTISTIC OPERATIONS Emily Persinko, Artistic Operations Manager Hana Kurihana, Concert Production Coordinator Kathy Smith, Piano Technician DEVELOPMENT Halim Kim, Senior Director of Development Zach Edwards, Board Liason and Development Coordinator EDUCATION Katherine Yang, Vice President of Education and Community Engagement Courtney McKinnon, Manager of Volunteer and Education Services Jennifer Niedringhaus, Education and Engagement Operations Manager Chloe Hopper, Education Associate & OCYS Coordinator Penny Arroyo, Huntington Harbour Office Manager and Finance Coordinator Kathryn Lau, Education and Community Engagement Intern FINANCE Roan Alombro, Vice President of Finance Fay Hu, Finance and HR Associate MARKETING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS Jean Hsu, COO / Vice President of Communications Marie Songco-Torres, Senior Marketing & PR Manager Adaora Onyebeke, Marketing and PR Associate PATRON SERVICES Jonathan Mariott, Director of Patron Services Angelica Nicolas, Marketing & Patron Services Manager Randy Polevoi, Musical Concierge ORANGE COUNTY YOUTH SYMPHONY AND STRING ENSEMBLE Johannes Müller Stosch, Music Director & OCYS Conductor Lucy Lu, OCYSE Conductor & OCYS Strings Coach Danielle Culhane, Operations and Personnel Manager