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features 18 Meet the New Faces of the Atlanta

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departments 10 Welcome

60 ASO Support

12 Robert Spano

72 ASO Staff

14 Orchestra Leadership

74 Ticket Info /

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16 Musicians

76 ASO Calendar

24 Concert Program 78 ASO Gallery

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joined the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Board of Directors because I love this city and I love classical music. As such, a little over a year ago when asked to step in as the Orchestra’s interim president & CEO, there was only one answer with which I could respond: Yes. Those who know me well know that my plans are always prepared well in advance, detailed and process oriented, to prevent surprises. Sometimes, however, life doesn’t happen according to plan. As I conclude my tenure here, I am reflecting on the signature surprise of this remarkable journey. This surprise changed the trajectory of my life, expanding it to include genuine friendships and affection for the people of this incredible Orchestra and organization. I will leave my interim executive office with life-enhancing relationships I never imagined making. This alone will add more meaning to me than perhaps any business accomplishment of my career.

I am getting a lot of credit for the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s recovery. However, I cannot possibly celebrate all we’ve accomplished this past year without bringing to my side every musician onstage, every member on staff, my peers on the boards of the Orchestra and the Arts Center, and I would be remiss to not acknowledge my wife, Jeanne, for believing I could do this job and supporting me ever step of the way.

Our new executive director, Jennifer Barlament, takes the reins in January. I could not be more thrilled with her experience, passion and vision. Her leadership will sustain our momentum and guide our Orchestra to even greater heights. Much work remains to be done, and she’ll need our help and our advocacy. Together, we will make sure that our city remains home to one of the world’s great orchestras.

I will always be deeply grateful for the opportunity to have been entrusted with the stewardship of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. The experience truly enhanced my life and I thank you for the support you’ve given me on this journey.

On behalf of everyone at the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, we send our warmest thoughts and best wishes to you and your family for a wonderful Holiday Season and a very Happy New Year!

With warmest regards,

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ASO | conductor Robert Spano

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onductor, pianist, composer and pedagogue Robert Spano is known for his unique communicative abilities. In 14 seasons as Music Director of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, this imaginative conductor has quietly been responsible for nurturing the careers of numerous classically trained composers and conductors. As Music Director of the Aspen Music Festival and School, he oversees the programming of more than 300 events and educational programs, including Aspen’s American Academy of Conducting.

The Atlanta School of Composers reflects Spano’s commitment to American contemporary music. He has led ASO performances at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Ravinia, Ojai and Savannah music festivals. Guest engagements have included orchestras such as the New York and Los Angeles philharmonics, San Francisco, Boston, Cleveland, Chicago and Philadelphia symphony orchestras, along with Orchestra Filarmonica della Scala, BBC Symphony and Amsterdam’s Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. His opera performances include Covent Garden, Welsh National Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Houston Grand Opera and the 2005 and 2009 Seattle Opera productions of Wagner’s Ring Cycle.

With a discography of critically acclaimed recordings for Telarc, Deutsche Grammophon and ASO Media recorded over nine years, Robert Spano has won six Grammy awards with the Atlanta Symphony. Spano is on faculty at Oberlin Conservatory and has received honorary doctorates from Bowling Green State University, the Curtis Institute of Music, Emory University and Oberlin College. Maestro Spano is one of two classical musicians inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame and is proud to live in Atlanta.

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Maestro Spano began the 2015-16 season conducting the Saito Kinen Orchestra in Japan as part of a gala performance celebrating Seiji Ozawa’s 80th birthday. With the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra he leads four world premieres, seven Atlanta premieres and celebrates the centennial of the legendary Robert Shaw’s birth with Brahms’ A German Requiem and Leshnoff’s Zohar in Atlanta and at Carnegie Hall. Additional guest-conducting engagements include the Minnesota Orchestra, the Oregon, Utah and Kansas City symphonies, Orquestra Sinfonica Brasileira, Orquestra Sinfonica Estado Sao Paulo and the Melbourne Symphony in Australia. Maestro Spano also holds a conductor residency with the Colburn School Orchestra in Los Angeles. As a pianist, he joins Wu Han and Alessio Bax for a program of piano masterworks as part of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center’s residency at the University of Georgia in Athens.

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ASO | leadership 2015-2016 Board of Directors Officers D. Kirk Jamieson Chair

Meghan H. Magruder Vice Chair

Thomas Wardell Vice Chair

John B. White, Jr. Secretary

Suzanne Tucker Plybon Treasurer

Directors Keith Adams Neil H. Berman Paul Blackney Brett M. Blumencranz Frank H. Boykin Mary Rockett Brock Janine Brown† C. Merrell Calhoun Bill Carey S. Wright Caughman, M.D. Ronald M. Cofield Russell Currey

Harry Cynkus Carlos del Rio, M.D. Lynn Eden Shirley C. Franklin Paul R. Garcia Jason Guggenheim Virginia A. Hepner* Caroline Hofland Douglas R. Hooker Tad Hutcheson Mrs. Roya Irvani Clayton F. Jackson Camille Kesler* Carrie Kurlander

Board of Counselors

Mrs. Helen Aderhold Elinor Breman Dr. John W. Cooledge John Donnell Jere Drummond Carla Fackler Charles Ginden

John T. Glover Dona Humphreys Aaron J. Johnson Ben F. Johnson III Herb Karp Jim Kelley George Lanier

Life Directors

Howell E. Adams, Jr. Mrs. Drew Fuller Bradley Currey, Jr. Mary D. Gellerstedt

James H. Landon Donna Lee Hank Linginfelter Karole Lloyd Kelly L. Loeffler Belinda Massafra* Brian F. McCarthy Penny McPhee† Terence L. Neal Joseph M. O’Donnell Howard D. Palefsky Sunny K. Park E. Fay Pearce, Jr. Ronda Respess* Patricia Leake Lucy Lee Mrs. William C. Lester Mrs. J. Erskine Love Patricia H. Reid Joyce Schwob H. Hamilton Smith

William Schultz John Sibley Paul Snyder John Sparrow Gail Ravin Starr Joseph M. Thompson Ray Uttenhove S. Patrick Viguerie Detlev von Platen Kathy N. Waller Mark D. Wasserman Richard S. White, Jr. Camille Yow

W. Rhett Tanner G. Kimbrough Taylor Michael W. Trapp Chilton Varner Edus Warren Adair R. White Sue S. Williams

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Christopher Rex Principal The Miriam and John Conant Chair Daniel Laufer Associate Principal The Livingston Foundation Chair Karen Freer Assistant Principal Dona Vellek Assistant Principal Emeritus Joel Dallow Larry LeMaster Brad Ritchie Paul Warner

Elizabeth Koch Tiscione Principal The George M. and Corrie Hoyt Brown Chair Yvonne Powers Peterson Associate Principal The Kendeda Fund Chair Samuel Nemec Emily Brebach

BASS

Colin Corner • Principal The Marcia and John Donnell Chair Gloria Jones Associate Principal Lucy R. & Gary Lee Jr. Chair Jane Little Assistant Principal Emeritus Michael Kenady Michael Kurth Joseph McFadden FLUTE

Christina Smith Principal The Jill Hertz Chair Robert Cronin Associate Principal C. Todd Skitch Carl David Hall PICCOLO

Carl David Hall

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Emily Brebach CLARINET

Laura Ardan Principal The Robert Shaw Chair Ted Gurch Associate Principal 2nd Clarinet Vacant Alcides Rodriguez

Susan Welty Associate Principal Ernesto Tovar Torres • Jaclyn Rainey † Bruce Kenney TRUMPET

Stuart Stephenson Principal The Madeline and Howell Adams Chair Associate Principal Vacant Michael Tiscione Acting Associate Principal/Second Michael Myers TROMBONE

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Principal - Vacant Nathan Zgonc Acting Principal The Terence L. and Dr. Jeanne P. Neal Chair Joshua Bynum † Brian Hecht

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Brian Hecht The Home Depot Veterans Chair

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Principal - Vacant Elizabeth Burkhardt Associate Principal Laura Najarian Juan de Gomar CONTRABASSOON

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Mark Yancich Principal The Walter H. Bunzl Chair William Wilder Assistant Principal

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Thomas Sherwood** Principal The Julie and Arthur Montgomery Chair Charles Settle Acting Principal The Connie and Merrell Calhoun Chair William Wilder Assistant Principal The William A. Schwartz Chair HARP

Elisabeth Remy Johnson Principal The Sally and Carl Gable Chair KEYBOARD

The Hugh and Jessie Hodgson Memorial Chair Peter Marshall † Beverly Gilbert † Sharon Berenson LIBRARY

Rebecca Beavers Principal Nicole Jordan Assistant Principal Librarian ‡ rotate between sections ** Leave of absence † Regularly engaged musician • New this season Players in string sections are listed alphabetically

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From Left to Right Ernesto Tovar Torres, Colin Corner and Karl Fenner

new faces MEET THE

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By Andrew Alexander

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hanks to the early success of the Musicians’ Endowment, a fund that will endow musicians’ salaries and benefits in perpetuity and restore 11 positions to the Orchestra, the Atlanta Symphony is already welcoming some new faces to the fold this season.

the Orchestra,” said second horn Ernesto Tovar, who at 23, is the youngest member of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. “I’m loving every second of it.”

Tovar was born in Mexico, where as a child he was drawn to the guitar. After his family moved to Dallas, his love of music led him “I still can’t believe I’m here playing with to start the french horn when he was in

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the sixth grade, though he didn’t love the beginning of this season, arriving in Atlanta instrument itself right away. “I actually from Rochester, N.Y., where he was the principal with the Rochester Symphony wanted to play the trumpet,” he said.

Orchestra for seven years.

“In Mexico, you don’t really see a french horn anywhere. I remember hating it. I Corner says he was first drawn to the bass stuck with it for the fun of being in band.” in the fourth grade in Indianapolis, after middle-school students performed a short Fortunately, during his sophomore year, demonstration concert for the grade-school a teacher pointed out that he was getting kids. pretty good, and he started to take his music studies more seriously. By his senior year, he “I went up and tried the bass because was playing with the small Dallas-based nobody was in line for it,” said Corner. “I plucked the string and the bass player said, New Life Orchestra.

‘Hey, you’re a cool cat. You’re a natural!’ I Tovar went on to study music at Oklahoma must have plucked it just right. That’s kind State University. He heard about Atlanta of how I was hooked.”

Symphony Orchestra auditions just as he was beginning the second year of Before his work in Rochester, Corner played his master’s study at Rice University. A with the Minnesota Orchestra, Vancouver professor convinced him he was ready for Symphony and the Louisiana Philharmonic. the audition. “I actually had a week to He said he’s looking forward to playing prepare,” Tovar said. “I got the materials upcoming classics with the Atlanta about eight days beforehand. It sort of took Symphony Orchestra like Beethoven’s Missa the pressure off. I had nothing to lose. I solemnis and Shostakovich’s Symphony thought I’d just go have fun, just try to be as No. 14 in January, but he also loves the challenge of playing new music like the musical as possible.”

June performance of Violin Concerto No. Being as musical as possible led him from 2 by Philip Glass, whose work he’s never the preliminaries, to the semifinals, then to performed before. the finals, and finally to play a trial with the section. “It’s kind of crazy,” he said. “I went Although this is Corner’s first time living from being a student to being a professional and working in Atlanta, strangely enough his bass has a strong connection to the in a week. I still can’t believe I’m here.” city. One of his instruments, the one he Tovar says one of the pieces he’s most auditioned on, was built by renowned looking forward to playing with the Atlanta bass maker Albert Jackstadt; Corner Orchestra is Mahler’s Ninth Symphony in bought it in 2001 from a shop in Cincinnati.

April. “He wrote such incredible, passionate “That bass has always served me well for music, and he was very generous to the auditions,” he said. “The sound of it is very french horns,” he said. “I’m really looking clean and clear, and it’s easy to play.” forward to playing that.”

When he’s not playing classical bass, Corner Principal bass Colin Corner joined the says he loves to play bass guitar, and he’s Atlanta Symphony Orchestra at the hoping to start a jazz band once he’s settled encoreatlanta.com | Atlanta’s Performing Arts Publication 19

into Atlanta. “I just enjoy being able to lay down a really great bass groove, to get people dancing and tapping their feet to the music,” he said. “It’s just so much fun. It’s nice to mix it up and play a lot of different styles of music. As bass players, we can do that.”

I still can’t believe I’m here playing with the Orchestra.

something so serious like this occurs, it needs to be sent to someone who really does specialize in it,” he said. “They have repair people who spend a lot of time doing the exact kind of work that needed to be done.”

For the three weeks he’s subbed with the Atlanta Symphony — Ernesto Tovar, Second Horn Orchestra, he’s used Although Karl one of bassist Jane Fenner’s audition Little’s instruments. for section bass with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra went “She’s been nice enough to let me play smoothly, you could say that his flight home one of her instruments when I’ve been in Atlanta.” afterward was a bumpy one.

When the musician, who has performed with the Colorado Symphony for seven years, went to pick up his instrument from baggage claim at the Denver airport, it was clear that at some point during the journey something terrible had happened. A section of the fiberglass case was ripped away, and when he opened it, he saw every musician’s nightmare: the neck of his double bass had been snapped in two.

“The second I saw the damage, I almost cried,” he said. “I stopped and I thought, on the bright side, the body is mostly fine. It was the kind of thing that could be repaired.

I knew of examples when new necks had been put on instruments, and they’ve come back sounding better.”

Fenner will move to Atlanta in January to begin playing full time. By then, he says, his bass will be back from Robertson and Sons Violin Shop in Albuquerque, N.M. “When 20 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra | aso.org

Fenner says he’s sure of one thing; when he comes to Atlanta in January, he’ll be driving.

“I have not flown with my bass since that incident and I’m going to stay away from it for a little while.” He says he’ll likely settle in Midtown to be within walking distance of the Woodruff Arts Center and Symphony Hall.

Before his work with the Colorado Symphony, Fenner attended Cleveland Institute of Music for his undergraduate degree and Rice University for his master’s.

He then had a brief stint with the New World Symphony in Miami Beach. He says joining the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra feels like a sort of homecoming since he already has longtime friends and colleagues in the Orchestra, including violist Jessica Oudin, with whom he went to junior high, high school and college. “I’m very excited to be joining the Orchestra,” he said. “It’s wonderful to see so many friendly faces.”

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ASO | sponsors AtlantaSymphonyOrchestra

The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Classical Series is presented by Delta Air Lines.

Delta is proud to celebrate over 71 years as Atlanta’s hometown airline.

Delta’s community spirit worldwide continues to be a cornerstone of our organization. As a force for global good, our mission is to continuously create value through an inclusive culture by leveraging partnerships and serving communities where we live and work. It includes not only valuing individual differences of race, religion, gender, nationality and lifestyle, but also managing and valuing the diversity of work teams, intracompany teams and business partnerships.

Solo pianos used by the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra are gifts of the Atlanta Steinway Society and in memory of David Goldwasser. The Hamburg Steinway piano is a gift received by the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra in honor of Rosi Fiedotin.

The Yamaha custom six-quarter tuba is a gift received by the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra in honor of Principal Tuba player Michael Moore from The Antinori Foundation.

The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra records for ASO Media. Other recordings of the Orchestra are available on the Argo, Deutsche Grammophon, New World, Nonesuch, Philips, Telarc and Sony Classical labels.

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ASO | 12.4/5/6| program The use of cameras or recording devices during the concert is strictly prohibited.

Please be kind to those around you and silence your mobile phone and other hand-held devices.

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The Coca-Cola Holiday Concerts are presented by Holiday concerts are made possible through an endowment from the Livingston Foundation in memory of Leslie Livingston Kellar.

ASO | 12.4/5/6 | program Robert Spano, Music Director Donald Runnicles, Principal Guest Conductor Michael Krajewski, Principal Pops Conductor

Coca-Cola Holiday/Delta POPS! Concert Friday, Dec. 4, 2015, at 8pm; Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015, at 2pm and 8pm; and Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015, at 3pm.

Michael Palmer, Conductor ANDERSON

A Christmas Festival

SCHUBERT/arr. DRAGON

Ave Maria Christine Van Loo — Aerial Silks

ANDERSON

Sleigh Ride Vladimir Tsarkov — Juggling Rings

RESPIGHI-ROSSINI

Tarantella from The Magic Toy Shop Alexander Streltsov — Spinning Cube

WALDTEUFEL

Skater’s Waltz Elena Tsarkova — Contortion/Dance

CASE

Rocket Sleigh Vitalii Buza — Aerial Straps

WENDEL

Little Bolero Boy Acro Duo — Strength & Hand-Balance

THERE WILL BE A 20-MINUTE INTERMISSION arr. DRAGON

“Deck the Halls”

ABREU/arr. DRAGON

Tico Tico No Fubá Vladimir & Elena Tsarkov — Quick Change

BIZET

L’Arlésienne Suite No. 2, IV. Farandole Vitalii Buza — Cyr Wheel

TCHAIKOVSKY

“Trepak” from Nutcracker Vladimir Tsarkov — Juggling Batons

TCHAIKOVSKY

“Dance of the Reed Flutes” from Nutcracker Elena Tsarkova — Ribbon Dance

RIMSKY-KORSAKOV

“Dance of the Tumblers” from The Snow Maiden Irina Burdetsky — Hula Hoops

TCHAIKOVSKY

“Waltz of the Flowers” from Nutcracker Alexander Streltsov & Christine Van Loo — Aerial Duo

arr. Harris

“We Wish You a Merry Christmas” Cirque de la Symphonie cast

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ASO | 12.4/5/6| program

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the festival each summer.

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Mr. Oalmer joined the Georgia State University School of Music faculty as director of orchestras in August 2004, after serving in the same capacity at Wichita State University. In 2006, he was honored by GSU and named as the Charles Thomas Wurm Distinguished Professor of Orchestral Studies. www.maestropalmer.com

ichael Palmer has long been considered one of this country’s finest conductors.

Mr. Palmer began his career at age 21, when he came to the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra as assistant conductor at the invitation of Robert Shaw. He was soon made associate conductor, and also founded and was music director of the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra. While in Atlanta, Mr. Palmer was honored as one of five of the first conductors in the United States chosen to be an Exxon Arts Endowment Conductor.

While continuing in his post in Atlanta, he was appointed guest conductor of the Houston Symphony Orchestra for a threeyear period. He also worked extensively with the National Symphony Orchestra and was, subsequently, named co-principal guest conductor of the Denver Symphony Orchestra.

After 10 years in Atlanta as associate conductor, Mr. Palmer accepted appointments as music director of the Wichita Symphony Orchestra followed by the New Haven Symphony Orchestra.

Carnegie Hall invited him and the New Haven Symphony Orchestra to make their New York debut on its distinguished Visiting Orchestra Series in 1994.

During his tenure as music director in New Haven, Mr. Palmer founded the American Sinfonietta, which toured Europe for 10 seasons under his leadership, playing to critical acclaim in the major concert halls of Germany, Austria and Switzerland. This led to the creation of the Bellingham Festival of Music in 1993. As artistic director since its formation, Mr. Palmer continues to lead

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CIRQUE DE LA SYMPHONIE is an exciting production designed to bring the magic of cirque to the music hall. It is an elegant adaptation of some of the most amazing cirque acts performed on a stage shared with the full symphony orchestra, showcasing many of the best artists in the world. The audience is bedazzled by aerial flyers, acrobats, contortionists, dancers, jugglers, balancers and strongmen. These accomplished artists include world record holders, gold-medal winners of international competitions, Olympians and some of the most original talents ever seen. Each performance is choreographed to classical masterpieces, raising cirque artistry to a fine arts level. Adding a stunning visual element to the concert experience, these aerialists and acrobats provide a three-dimensional entertainment extravaganza. Orchestras play with enhanced enthusiasm, while patrons marvel at the spectacle of aerialists flying overhead and astonishing acrobatic feats. Fusing the power and majesty of the live orchestra with the best of cirque artistry, Cirque de la Symphonie is the only cirque company in the world that performs exclusively with symphony orchestras.

More than 100 orchestras worldwide have featured Cirque de la Symphonie in soldout venues, adding energy and excitement to the concert experience. Join us on Facebook and explore our website www. cirquedelasymphonie.com

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ALEXANDER STRELTSOV is a Russian aerial artist who started working with famed cirque choreographer Pavel Brun and producer Valentin Gneushev when he was 12, performing on Broadway at the Gershwin Theatre. The same year he won the gold medal in the competition among international cirque artists at the prestigious Festival Mondial Du Cirque De L’Avenir in Paris. His combination of natural strength, artistic expression and grace sets his performance apart from other aerialists.

Also known as “Sasha,” he has performed for three Russian presidents and the Bolshoi Ballet, as well as numerous symphonies in the United States and Europe, and elaborate theater and stage productions worldwide.

He has made many TV appearances, such as the ABC special “Christopher Reeve — A Celebration of Hope” and the PBS nationwide broadcast of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra’s Fourth of July celebration. He continues to be a favorite at music halls, where he soars out over the audience in a spectacular display of aerial artistry or when he sets his riveting spinning cube act in motion.

Spears world tour and the Stars on Ice U.S. tour. Christine provides spell-binding performances of aerial silks, rope, lira and trapeze with Cirque de la Symphonie.

VLADIMIR TSARKOV provides a spellbinding performance with combinations of mime and juggling feats. A favorite of younger audience members, Vladimir’s Red Harlequin act features rings, balls and batons, and he’s been known to teach the maestro a trick or two. He has worked with Circus Circus, Cirque Ingenieux and various Cirque de la Symphonie performances. Vladimir graduated from Russia’s prestigious State College of Circus and Theater Arts and won the gold medal at the Cirque de Demain International Festival in France. His performance with the symphony is pure entertainment and guaranteed to please audiences of all ages.

ELENA TSARKOVA, the “Lady in White,” is a graduate of the famed Moscow Circus School and first-place winner of the prestigious National Russian Circus Festival. From her “Master of Sports” in gymnastics, Elena developed into a unique and graceful performer with the CHRISTINE VAN LOO is a seven-time Big Apple Circus, Switzerland’s Circus consecutive national champion, female Knie and Germany’s Circus Roncalli. Her Olympic Athlete of the Year and Athlete combination of contortion, balance and of the Decade in acrobatic gymnastics. dance moves has made her a major star She was inducted into the USSA (acro- with Cirque de la Mur in Florida and Circus gymnastics) Hall of Fame and the World Circus in Las Vegas. Elena’s experience with Acrobatics Society Gallery of Honor. As many major stage and theater productions a professional aerialist and acrobat, she offers a professional background that allows performed at the 2002 Winter Olympics, at for a truly unforgettable performance with two Grammy awards ceremonies (with No the live symphony. The “Lady in White” Doubt and Ricky Martin), at the American provides an elegant touch to Cirque de la Music Awards (with Aerosmith), the Miss Symphonie.

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ASO | 12.4/5/6 | artists VITALII BUZA began his gymnastic training in the Republic of Moldova and soon competed as an elite gymnast with the Russian national team. At age 16, he joined the Moscow State Circus as a professional acrobat and toured throughout Europe. After a move to the United States, he starred in productions at SeaWorld, Universal Studios and Walt Disney World.

He has been featured in numerous TV ads and won a role in the Walt Disney movie Enchanted. Vitalii performed at the 2006 Latin Grammy awards, the 2007 NFL Pro Bowl, the 2010 Academy Awards and the 2011 Latin Billboard awards. He has performed for such celebrities as Donald Trump, Russell Simmons, P-Diddy and Shaquille O’Neal, and corporate events for such major companies as Microsoft, Formula1, Mercedes-Benz and Cirque du Soleil. Vitalii excels in multiple cirque acts, such as duo hand-balancing, straps, Cyr wheel, spinning cube, Chinese pole and the Russian bar.

IRINA BURDETSKY has earned a worldwide reputation as one of the most entertaining hoops performers in the business. She grew up in a circus family in Moscow, trained by some of the greatest names in acrobatics, gymnastics and hoops, and traveled as one of the youngest performers with the Moscow Circus. She was awarded the Grand Silver Medal by the Queen of Monaco at the Concours International Des Ecoles de Cirque in Monte Carlo, and has earned numerous other awards. Irina starred in Japan’s CircusMircus, world tours of Cirque Ingenieux, Cirque La Masque and Showboat in Atlantic City. Her exciting performance with Cirque de la Symphonie combines her talents with the hoops, contortion and dance.

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The amazing strength and balancing act of Acro Duo consists of VITALIY PRIKHODKO and PAVEL KORSHUNOV, one of the most dynamic acts ever presented on a cirque stage. Vitaliy is a native of Ukraine, where he graduated from Kiev State Circus College. He began his career with the National Circus of Ukraine, winning first place at the New Ukrainian Circus Festival. His acrobatic experience includes worldwide tours with Nikulin’s Moscow Circus. Pavel, a native of Voronezh, Russia, is a three-time national champion of Russia, a two-time world champion and a two-time champion of the World Cup in acrobatic sport. A former performer with Cirque du Soleil’s Verekai, Pavel is a multi-talented performer on straps, Russian swing, trampoline and acrobatics.

VLADIMIR TSARKOV

ALEXANDER STRELTSOV CHRISTINE VAN LOO

ELENA TSARKOVA

VITALIY PRIKHODKO PAVEL KORSHUNOV

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Coca-Cola Holiday Concert Saturday, Dec. 12, 2015, at 2pm and 8pm; and Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, at 3pm.

Norman Mackenzie, Conductor Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chorus Morehouse College Glee Club DAVID MORROW, Director

Gwinnett Young Singers LYNN URDA, Director

CHRI S TMAS WITH THEASO The use of cameras or recording devices during the concert is strictly prohibited.

Please be kind to those around you and silence your mobile phone and other hand-held devices.

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The Coca-Cola Holiday Concerts are presented by Holiday concerts are made possible through an endowment from the Livingston Foundation in memory of Leslie Livingston Kellar.

Part One — PROPHECY AND ADVENT “O Come, Emmanuel” (arr. Alice Parker) “And the Glory of the Lord” from Messiah (George Frideric Handel) Praeludium, Sostenuto ma non troppo from Missa solemnis (Ludwig van Beethoven) “Gloria” from Gloria (Francis Poulenc) “Heavenly Light” (Alexander Kopylov) “The First Nowell”* (arr. David Willcocks) “Hodie Christus natus est” from A Ceremony of Carols (Benjamin Britten) “Wolcum Yole!” from A Ceremony of Carols (Britten)

Elisabeth Remy Johnson, harp “O Magnum Mysterium” (Morten Lauridsen) “There Is a Rose in Flower” (Johannes Brahms/Erich Leinsdorf) “Mary Had a Baby” (arr. Wendell Whalum) Largo from Winter, The Four Seasons (Antonio Vivaldi)

David Coucheron, violin “While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks” (Craig Courtney) “Sing Noel” (Alfred Sturgis) “March of the Kings” (arr. Robert Shaw /Parker) “Farandole” from L’Arlésienne (Georges Bizet) “Ave Maria” (Anton Bruckner) “Betelehemu” (Babatunde Olatunji/Whalum) “Hallelujah!” from Messiah (Handel)

Part Three — AROUND THE CHRISTMAS TREE “March” from Nutcracker (Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky) “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” from Nutcracker (Tchaikovsky) “Russian Dance” (Tchaikovsky) “Patapan” from Suite No. 1, The Many Moods of Christmas (arr. Robert Russell Bennett) “The Boar’s Head” (arr. Shaw/Parker) “ I Saw Three Ships” and “Deck the Halls With Boughs of Holly” from Suite No. 4, The Many Moods of Christmas (arr. Robert Russell Bennett)

Part Four — ADORATION “This Little Babe” from A Ceremony of Carols (Britten) “El Cant des Ocells” (“The Song of the Birds”) (arr. Pablo Casals)

Christopher Rex, cello “Coventry Carol” (arr. Shaw) “The Shepherds’ Farewell to the Holy Family” from L’Enfance du Christ (Hector Berlioz) “Dona nobis pacem” from Mass in B minor (Johann Sebastian Bach) “Adeste, fideles”* (arr. Parker) * The audience is invited to join the choruses in singing these familiar carols. Words are included on the following pages.

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Translations of the Vocal Selections, and Sing-Along Carols The audience is invited to join in singing the familiar carols marked with * “Gloria” from Gloria Francis Poulenc; Latin text from the Roman Catholic Mass Glory to God in the highest, and on Earth peace to men of good will. *Audience Sing-Along Carol “The First Nowell” 14th-century English carol; arr. David Willcocks The first Nowell the angels did say Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay; In fields where they lay, keeping their sheep, On a cold winter’s night that was so deep.

Nowell, Nowell, born is the King of Israel!

They lookèd up and saw a star, Shining in the east, beyond them far; And to the Earth it gave great light, And so it continued both day and night.

Nowell, Nowell, born is the King of Israel!

Then let us all with one accord Sing praises to our heav’nly Lord, That hath made heav’n and Earth of naught, And with His blood mankind hath bought.

Nowell, Nowell, born is the King of Israel!

“Hodie Christus natus est” from A Ceremony of Carols Benjamin Britten; traditional Latin text Today Christ is born. Today the Savior appears.

Today on Earth angels are singing, archangels rejoicing.

Today they proudly proclaim, saying: Glory to God in the highest. Alleluia!

“Wolcom Yole!” from A Ceremony of Carols Benjamin Britten; medieval English carol Welcome, Welcome, Welcome be thou heavenly King.

Welcome, yule!

Welcome, born in one morning!

Welcome for whom we shall sing!

Welcome be ye, Stephen and John; Welcome, Innocents every one; Welcome Thomas, martyred one; Welcome be ye, good New Year; Welcome Twelfth Day, both in fear; Welcome, Saints both loved and dear.

Welcome, Yule, welcome!

Candlemas, Queen of bliss, Welcome both to more and less.

Welcome be ye that are here.

Welcome, Yule!

Welcome all and make good cheer.

Welcome all another year.

Welcome, Yule, welcome!

March of the Kings Medieval French carol; arr.

Robert Shaw and Alice Parker This morning I met the procession Of three great kings who were on a journey,

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This morning I met the procession Of three great kings on the highway.

All laden with gold there followed behind Great warriors who guarded the treasure.

All laden with gold there followed behind Great warriors with their shields.

*Audience Sing-Along Carol

Ave Maria Anton Bruckner, Latin text from the Roman Catholic Church

1. Audience (Translation is verse 4) Adeste, fideles, laeti triumphantes; venite, venite in Bethlehem; natum videte, regem angelorum.

Venite adoremus, Venite adoremus, Venite adoremus, Dominum!

“Betelehemu” (Bethlehem) Babatunde Olatunji; arr. Wendel Whalum text in the Yoruba language of Nigeria We are glad that we have a Father to trust, We are glad that we have a Father to rely upon.

Where was Jesus born? Bethlehem!

That’s where the Father was born, for sure!

2. Sung by the Choruses, Translation: God of gods, Light of lights, Carried in a maiden’s womb.

True God: begotten, not made.

O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord!

3. Sung by the Choruses, Translation: “Hallelujah!” now sings the angelic chorus; The heavenly host now sings, “Glory to the highest!”

O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord!

Praise Him, praise be to Him. We thank thee for this day, gracious Father.

Praise to the Father, merciful Father.

“Dona nobis pacem” from Mass in B minor Johann Sebastian Bach; Latin text from the Roman Catholic Mass

4. Audience: O come, all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant; O come ye, o come ye to Bethlehem; Come and behold Him, born the king of angels: O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord!

Grant us peace.

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Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus [Christ].

Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

“Adeste, Fideles” 18th-century carol; Latin text by John F. Wade English version by William Mercer

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s Director of Choruses for the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra since 2000 and holder of its endowed Frannie and Bill Graves Chair, Norman Mackenzie was chosen to help carry forward the creative vision of legendary founding conductor Robert Shaw to a new generation of music lovers. At the Orchestra, he prepares the Choruses for all concerts and recordings, works closely with Robert Spano on the commissioning and realization of new choral-orchestral works and conducts holiday concerts annually. During his tenure, the chorus has made numerous tours, garnered several Grammy awards for best classical album and best choral performance and made an acclaimed debut with the Berlin Philharmonic. Mr. Mackenzie also serves as organist and director of music and fine arts at Atlanta’s Trinity Presbyterian Church and pursues an active recital and guest conducting schedule.

The New York Times has called Mr. Mackenzie the “designated successor” to Robert Shaw. In his 14-year association with Mr. Shaw, he was keyboardist for the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, principal accompanist for the ASO Choruses and, ultimately, assistant choral conductor. In addition, he was musical assistant and accompanist for the Robert Shaw Chamber Singers, the Robert Shaw Institute Summer Choral Festivals in France and the United States, and the famed Shaw/Carnegie Hall Choral Workshops. He was choral clinician for the first three workshops after Shaw’s passing and partnered with Robert Spano for the 20th anniversary workshop featuring the Berlioz Requiem.

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he Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chorus was founded in 1970 by music director Robert Shaw. Comprising 200 auditioned voices, the Chorus is an all-volunteer organization that performs on a regular basis with the Orchestra and is featured on many of its recordings.

Led by director of choruses Norman Mackenzie, the Chorus is known for its precision and expressive singing quality.

Its recordings with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra have won multiple Grammy awards, including best choral performance, best classical recording and best opera recording. Those include Vaughan Williams’ A Sea Symphony and the Berlioz Requiem.

The Chorus performs large choral-symphonic works with the full Orchestra under the batons of music director Robert Spano and principal guest conductor Donald Runnicles.

In addition, the Chorus has been involved in the creation and shaping of numerous worldpremiere commissioned choral works.

The Chorus made its debut at New York’s Carnegie Hall in 1976 in a performance of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, with the ASO led by Robert Shaw. In addition, the Chorus performed in Washington, D.C., for President-elect Jimmy Carter’s inaugural concert in 1977. The Chorus has traveled to Germany three times as a special guest of the Berlin Philharmonic in December 2003 for performances of Britten’s War Requiem, in May 2008 for the Berlioz Requiem and in December 2009 for a week of Brahms Requiem performances — all with ASO Principal Guest Conductor Donald Runnicles.

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Ariel Barnes Kathryn Bishop Sarah Clements Hanan Davis Sakinah Davis Liz Dean Laura Foster Natalie Gough Michelle Griffin Jayme Hogan-Yarbro Jacquelyn Holloway Erin Jones Victoria Kolterman Arietha Lockhart** Mindy Margolis* Patricia Nealon* Joneen Padgett* Callaway Powlus Catherine Steen Lykins Stacey Tanner Allegra Whitney Natalie York Eaker

Jeffrey Baxter, Choral Administrator The Florence Kopleff Chair

Camilla Springfield** Tommie Storer Emily Tallant Cheryl Thrash** Donna Weeks* Katie Woolf ALTO 1

Deborah Boland** Rachel Bowman Meagan Bradford Amy Chastain Laurie Cronin Pamela Drummond* Beth Freeman Pamela Griffin* Noelle Hooge Beverly Hueter Janet Johnson* Susan Jones Virginia Little* Staria Lovelady Holly McCarren* Frances McDowell** SOPRANO 2 Linda Morgan** June Abbott** Anna Miller Sloan Atwood* Laura Soltis Jessica Barber Meesook Sonu Anne Beloncik Schantz Diana Strommen Barbara Brown Nancy York* Kelly Campobasso ALTO 2 Martha Craft Nancy Adams* Ellen Dukes** Michelle Austin Katherine Folds Ana Baida Mary Goodwin Stephanie Bizardi Amanda Hoffman Marcia Chandler Kathleen Kelly-George Meaghan Curry Eda Mathews** Cynthia Goeltz Shannon Nesbit DeBold** Rachel O’Dell Michèle Diament Vickie Orme PeggyDee Fleck Lindsay Patten Sally Kann Chantae Pittman Nicole Khoury* Donna Ross* Lynda Martin Sydney Sewell Brenda Pruitt* Sydney Smith-Rikard Andrea Schmidt Paula Snelling*

Sharon Simons Alexandra Tanico Cheryl Vanture Sarah Ward June Webb Ryan Whicker Alexandra Willingham Kiki Wilson** Diane Woodard** TENOR 1

Jeffrey Baxter** John Brandt* Jack Caldwell* Daniel Cameron* Justin Cornelius Joseph Cortes Clifford Edge** Steven Farrow** Leif Gilbert-Hansen James Jarrell Keith Langston Jeffrey LeCraw Matthew Neylon Christopher Patton Stephen Reed# TENOR 2

Randall Barker** Mark Barnes Curtis Bisges Charles Cottingham# Evan Crowther Phillip Crumbly* Jeffrey Daniel* Joseph Few* Hamilton Fong Steven Johnstone* David Lamb Jonathan Marvel Michael Parker Marshall Peterson* Clifton Russell Wesley Shearer Scott Stephens* Caleb Waters Robert Wilkinson

Peter Marshall, Accompanist BASS 1

Dock Anderson Richard Brock* Russell Cason* Steven Darst* Michael Dennison Jon Gunnemann* David Hansen** Nick Jones# Jameson Linville Peter MacKenzie Jason Maynard John Newsome Monte Nichols Andrew Riechel Mark Russell Kendric Smith# Owen Talley Ike Van Meter Aaron Villalobos Edward Watkins** BASS 2

Philip Barreca Clarence Bell Brian Brown* John Cooledge# Joel Craft** Paul Fletcher Andrew Gee* Eric Litsey** Evan Mauk Eckhart Richter* John Ruff* Jonathan Smith David Webster** Seth Whitecotton Gregory Whitmire* Keith Wyatt* * 20+ years of service ** 30+ years of service # Charter member (1970)

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he Morehouse College Glee Club is the official singing organization of Morehouse College, traveling all over the country and the world, striving for excellence not only in choral performance but also in discipline, dedication and brotherhood.

Through its tradition, the Glee Club has an impressive history and seeks to secure its future through even greater accomplishments, continuing in this tradition through the dedication and commitment of its members and the leadership that its directors have provided throughout the years.

It is the mission of the Morehouse College Glee Club to maintain a high standard of musical excellence.

Current members come from all over the United States and places around the world.

While many are music majors, our singers come from majors in all divisions of the college. Even though some members take Glee Club as a course for credit, all members still sing as a labor of love and enjoy being ambassadors for Morehouse ColThe Morehouse College Glee Club is cel- lege. ebrating 105 years of its musical legacy DAVID MORROW is a native of Rochester, throughout the 2015-16 calendar year be- N.Y. He earned his bachelor of arts degree Morehouse College Glee Club Johnathan Alvarado II Stanley Arnold Rubin Barksdale Reginald Blanch Malik Brown Isaiah Brown Ronald Bryant Obey Chiguta Chase Childs Jacob Cobb DaVaris Coleman

Thomas Darby Elijah Dormeus Eugine Francis MarTĂĄze Gaines Richard Gibbs Ethan Godfrey Jostin Grimes Marquez Hall Brandon Hall Eion Hindsman-Curry David Holden

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ginning with the release of a new album in December, out-of-state concerts and culminating with an alumni reunion concert in February. Since its founding, the Glee Club has not ceased its dedication to excellence in musical performance, and looks forward to another 100 years of continuing the traditions that make the Morehouse College Glee Club the pillar of excellence it is today.

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Khalil Holland Carlos Hood Renshal Jauquin Dale Johnson Devin Johnson David Kyler Darron Marble Jarrad McCown William McCriston Jabari McKie Kamau McKie

Terrance McQueen Daniel McRath Christian McRoberts Jerrell Melton Cordell Mimms Elijah Mobley Bummah Ndeh Eddie Oliver Marcus Palmer Armand Peterson Paul Pinkett Trevor Queen Jared Ross Saquante Rosser Odjkni Simmons Shaad Singleton Ja’Lon Smith Christian Stegall Kenneth Stodgehill Joshua Troutman Timothy Tukes Erick Turner Evan White Edrion Williams

from Morehouse College in 1980. While at Morehouse, he became a member of Phi Beta Kappa, was awarded the Kemper Harreld Award for Excellence in Music, received departmental honors and graduated as valedictorian of his class. He received his master of music degree from the University of Michigan in 1981 and was elected to Pi Kappa Lambda. He received his doctor of musical arts degree from the University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music in 1995. He has studied conducting with Wendell Whalum, Thomas Hilbish, Elmer Thomas, John Leman, Earl Rivers, Elizabeth Green, Teri Murai, Fiora Contino and Donald Neuen.

Dr. Morrow has been a member of the music faculty at Morehouse College since 1981. In 1987, he succeeded Dr. Wendell P. Whalum as director of the Glee Club.

In 2013, Dr. Morrow celebrated the 25th anniversary of his directorship of the Glee Club. Alumni and students honored him singing Psalm 15, a piece composed for the occasion by alumnus Carlos Simon, and also presented him with an engraved silver baton for his dedication in leadership. He is also director of the Wendell P. Whalum Community Chorus, co-director of the Morehouse-Spelman Chorus, and artistic director and conductor of the Atlanta Singers.

Mu Alpha Sinfonia, and is a “Friend of the Arts” member of Sigma Alpha Iota.

GWINNETT YOUNG SINGERS, Lynn Urda, Conductor and Music Director

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ow in its 26th season, Gwinnett Young Singers are frequent guests of the ASO. Under the direction of founder and music director Lynn Urda and associate director Carol Wyatt, the choir is a nationally recognized children’s chorus, best noted for its mastery of challenging repertoire and exceptionally high musical standards. The faculty and staff are dedicated to professionalism in music education and strive to share the power and beauty of a wide variety of choral music.

The choir was featured on the Grammy® Award-winning CD recording of John Adam’s On the Transmigration of Souls with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Chorus. In 2004 it performed on the Grammy® nominated CD recording of Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Chorus. Since 1996, the choir has performed in 18 annual seasons of Christmas With the ASO.

Gwinnett Young Singers offers a program of beginning through advanced choirs for children in second through 12th grades, including Treble Choir, Concert Choir, Chamber Choir and the Georgia Young Men’s Ensemble. For more information, Dr. Morrow is a member of the Metropolcall 770-935-6657 or visit www.gwinnetitan Atlanta Musicians Association and is tyoungsingers.com the past president of the National Association of Negro Musicians Inc. He also serves LYNN URDA, conducon the board of directors of the Intercolle- tor and music director giate Men’s Choruses Inc. and is member of the Gwinnett Young of the Georgia Council for the Arts. He is a Singers, maintains an member of the American Choral Directors active schedule as a Association, Chorus America, the Georgia guest clinician, conMusic Educators Association, the Nation- ductor and adjudicator al Association for Music Education, Phi for All-State Chorus40 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra | aso.org

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es & Honors Choirs, choral festivals, and workshops for youth and their conductors.

She has distinguished herself for her unique ways of achieving excellence in choral blend, intonation and sensitive singing. Mrs. Urda holds a degree in music education and voice from Florida State University School of Music. She is a former public school music specialist and has spent the majority of her professional life serving as a church musi-

cian, directing children’s, youth and adult choirs. She serves as the director of youth and children’s choirs at Tucker First United Methodist Church.

She was recently awarded a lifetime achievement award for her 25 years of accomplishments with the Gwinnett Young Singers at the ArtWorks Gwinnett Fusion Awards ceremony.

Gwinnett Young Singers Concert Choir Lynn Urda, Conductor & Music Director Marguerite Baker Julia Brosas Nichole Brown Delaney Burke Fiona Burnett Madison Caspers Sadie Coleman Katie Collett A.C. Collica Grace Conway Mikayla Dorman Violet Egnatuk Amy Faur Hannah Fleming

Carol Wyatt, Associate Music Director

Janet Hildebrand, Adrienne Gustafson, Amanda Dodd, Accompanist Assistant Director Assistant Director

Jasmine George Christian Gibson Camille Goss Savannah Greene Amelia Gregory Amelia Gustafson Lydia Hamilton Charlotte Hancock Ruth Harasemuic Bonna Herlocher Will Jordan Marisa Joyner Shelby Joyner Lyndi Kemp

Kellan Lane Jackie Lenz Adathel Lenzer Ashelle Lenzer Zoe Long Paul Massey Dorothy McBane Anna McCarthy Caleb McCarthy Eleana McDaniel Tait Milner Taylor Newsome Sarah Nicoara Abigail Parasca

Amelia Pattillo Alyssa Perry Emily Pilarte Grace Rivord Hannah Rosselle Emi Sandy Janhavi Shivalkar Kinzy Sjogren Hannah Stalinescu Timothy Stancea Zachary Stancea Katherine Vick Gabrielle Willet Ruth Willet Sydney Wong

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CELEBRATE the Season!

Decorated Trees • Cultural Displays Global Celebrations • Holiday Activities For a complete schedule of programs, visit FernbankMuseum.org/Holidays.

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Coca-Cola Holiday Delta POPS! Concert

A VERY MERRY HOLIDAY POPS! The Coca-Cola Holiday Concerts are presented by

The Delta POPS! Series is presented by

Holiday concerts are made possible through an endowment from the Livingston Foundation in memory ofLeslie Livingston Kellar.

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Michael Krajewski, Conductor STARRING

Capathia Jenkins, vocalist | Morris Robinson, vocalist FEATURING

ALSO FEATURING

Blake Burgess | Glennae Harvey | Alicia Hill | Nick Morrett | Clay Mote | Brad Raymond | Reynada Robinson AND

All-City High School Chorus | Kevin Hill, director Choreography by Jennifer Smiles | Costume Design by Angela Malone We Wish You a Merry Christmas Carol Sing Ding Dong Merrily on High Winter Wonderland All I Want for Christmas Is You Caribbean Sleigh Ride Do You Hear What I Hear Silent Night, Holy Night O Holy Night

arr. Ridenhour (Jannen) arr. Leavitt (Hal Leonard) arr. Itkin (DCI Music) arr. Berens arr. Bisbano Wendel arr. Kessler arr. Hayes arr. Clydesdale

THERE WILL BE A 20-MINUTE INTERMISSION Deck the Halls arr. Prechel The Christmas Song arr. Stevenson Sleigh Ride Anderson Sing Noel medley Hamilton (Dayspring Music) North Pole Funk arr. Prechel A Merry Little Sing Along arr. Prechel Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas arr. Kesler The use of cameras or recording devices during the concert is strictly prohibited. Please be kind to those around you and silence your mobile phone and other hand-held devices.

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ASO | 12.17/19 | program The audience is invited to join in singing these familiar carols.

Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer, you’ll go down in history!

Santa Claus Is Coming to Town You better watch out, You better not cry, Better not pout, I’m telling you why; Santa Claus is coming to town!

Jingle Bells Dashing through the snow In a one-horse open sleigh O’er the fields we go Laughing all the way Bells on bobtail ring Making spirits bright What fun it is to ride and sing A sleighing song tonight!

He’s making a list, And checking it twice, Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice, Santa Claus is coming to town!

He sees you when you’re sleepin’; He knows when you’re awake.

He knows if you’ve been bad or good, So be good for goodness sake!

Oh! You better watch out, You better not cry, Better not pout, I’m telling you why.

Santa Claus is coming to town!

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Rudolph, the red-nosed reindeer had a very shiny nose and if you ever saw it you would even say it glows.

All of the other reindeer used to laugh and call him names They never let poor Rudolph play in any reindeer games.

Then one foggy Christmas eve Santa came to say: “Rudolph with your nose so bright, won’t you guide my sleigh tonight?”

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Oh! jingle bells, jingle bells, Jingle all the way.

Oh! what fun it is to ride In a one-horse open sleigh.

Jingle bells, jingle bells, Jingle all the way; Oh! what fun it is to ride In a one-horse open sleigh.

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nown for his entertaining programs and clever humor, Michael Krajewski is a much sought after conductor of symphonic pops. He is music director of the Philly Pops and principal pops conductor of the Houston, Atlanta and Jacksonville Symphonies.

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As a guest conductor, Michael has performed with the Cleveland and Philadelphia orchestras; the Boston and Cincinnati pops; the San Francisco, Baltimore, Detroit, Indianapolis, Seattle, Dallas, St. Louis, Pittsburgh and National symphonies, and numerous other orchestras across the United States. In Canada, he has led Ottawa’s National Arts Centre Orchestra, the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, the Calgary Philharmonic, and the Edmonton, Winnipeg and KitchenerWaterloo symphonies. Other international appearances include performances in Dublin and Belfast with the Ulster Orchestra, and performances with the Hong Kong Philharmonic, the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, the Iceland Symphony Orchestra and this season’s debut with Spain’s Bilbao Symphony Orchestra.

Michael is the conductor of the video “Silver Screen Serenade” with violinist Jenny Oaks Baker that aired worldwide on BYU Broadcasting. On recordings, he has led the Houston Symphony on the holiday albums Glad Tidings and Christmas Festival. In 2014-15, he conducted his original Sounds of Simon & Garfunkel program all over North America, featuring national touring artists AJ

Swearingen and Jonathan Beedle. Michael’s other collaborative programs have included such artists as flutist James Galway, mezzo Marilyn Horne, pianist Alicia de Larrocha, guitarist Angel Romero, and pop artists Jason Alexander, Roberta Flack, Judy Collins, Art Garfunkel, Wynonna Judd, Kenny Loggins, Ben Folds, Doc Severinsen, Patti Austin, Sandi Patty, Ann Hampton Callaway, Chicago, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, the Chieftains, Pink Martini, Rockapella, Cirque de la Symphonie, Classical Mystery Tour, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and the Midtown Men. With degrees from Wayne State University in Detroit and the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, Michael furthered his training at the Pierre Monteux Domaine School for Conductors. He was a Dorati Fellowship Conductor with the Detroit Symphony and later served as that orchestra’s assistant conductor. He was resident conductor with the Florida Symphony and, for 11 years, served as music director of the Modesto Symphony Orchestra in California. Michael lives in Orlando, Fla., with his wife, Darcy.

When not conducting he enjoys travel, photography and solving crossword puzzles. “ ... his wry wit, as spontaneous as a stand-up comedian’s, emerged to amuse the audience. Krajewski turned to the orchestra to lead a bright, sassy account. It showed that he is as effective and entertaining a communicator in music as he is in words.”

— Charles Ward, Houston Chronicle

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he Brooklyn-born-and-raised actress most recently starred as Medda in the Disney production of Newsies on Broadway. She has also been seen on Broadway in The Civil War, where she created the role of Harriet Jackson, The Look of Love, Caroline, Or Change, and Martin Short — Fame Becomes Me, where she sang “Stop the Show” and brought the house down every night. Ms. Jenkins starred off-Broadway in the revival of Godspell and (mis) Understanding Mammy, for which she received a Drama Desk nomination. In December, she will be seen on NBC’s live production of The Wiz. An active concert artist, Ms. Jenkins has appeared with orchestras around the world including the Cleveland Orchestra, Houston Symphony, Pittsburgh Symphony (with Marvin Hamlisch), Philly Pops, Cincinnati Pops, National Symphony, Atlanta Symphony, Seattle Symphony, Utah Symphony, Minnesota Orchestra, San Antonio Symphony, Minnesota Orchestra, Nashville Symphony, Colorado Symphony, Toronto Symphony, Edmonton Symphony, Calgary Philharmonic, San Diego Symphony and the Hong Kong Philharmonic, and will return twice in 2016 as a guest soloist with the Festival Cesky Krumlov in the Czech Republic. Ms. Jenkins had the great honor of performing in the Broadway Ambassadors to Cuba concert as part of the Festival De Teatro De La Habana. She returned to Carnegie Hall with the New York Pops in November, and recently sang in a tribute to Marvin Hamlisch at the Library of Congress.

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Her TV credits include “30 Rock,” “The Practice,” “Law & Order SVU,” “The Sopranos” and “Law & Order.” She can be seen in the 2012 film Musical Chairs, directed by Susan Seidelman and can be heard on the film soundtracks for Nine, Chicago and Legally Blonde 2. www.capathiajenkins.com MORRIS ROBINSON, bass

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ass Morris Robinson, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s 2015-16 Artistin-Residence, is quickly gaining a reputation as one of the most interesting and soughtafter basses singing today.

Mr. Robinson’s season includes a performance of Shostakovich’s Symphony 14 with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, as well as holiday concerts, solo recitals and master classes, as part of his residency.

A graduate of the Metropolitan Opera Lindemann Young Artist Development Program, Mr. Robinson made his debut at the Metropolitan Opera in Fidelio. He has since appeared there as Sarastro in Die Zauberflöte (in the original production and the children’s English version), Ferrando in Il trovatore, the King in Aida, and in roles in Nabucco, Tannhäuser, and the new productions of Les Troyens and Salome.

He has appeared with the San Francisco Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Dallas Opera, Houston Grand Opera, Boston Lyric Opera, Pittsburgh Opera, Opera Philadelphia, Seattle Opera, Los Angeles Opera, Cincinnati Opera, Boston Lyric Opera, Opera Theater of St. Louis, Vancouver Opera, Wolf Trap Opera, Opera Australia and the Aixen-Provence Festival.

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Terell and the Serenades have performed the show throughout the nation and abroad, as guest entertainers on luxury cruise ships celebrating the music of Motown, soul and today.

Terell is excited to return to the concert stage. In 2013, he played Seaweed J. Stubbs with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra in Hairspray: In Concert. He later returned Mr. Robinson is an Atlanta native and a to the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra as a graduate of The Citadel. He received his featured soloist alongside Sandi Patty in their musical training from the Boston University holiday production, Yuletide.

Opera Institute.

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lake is honored to be working with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra for the first time. Blake recently finished a run with Atlanta Lyric Theatre’s Young Frankenstein, playing the Monster. He also appeared at the Lyric as Sir Lancelot in Spamalot and at Serenbe Playhouse as Brom Bones in The Sleepy Hollow Experience Revival. In addition to his regional theater credits, Blake made his feature film debut as Mike Allyson in the Erwin Bros.’ Woodlawn, released nationwide in October. Blake would like to thank God, his family and his amazing On Valentine’s Day soon-to-be-wife, Alex.

2009 Marcus Terell GLENNAE HARVEY, vocalist and the Serenades, sexy lennae Harvey is thrilled to be making and talented ladies her debut appearance as a Serenade alongside a vocal powwith the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra in erhouse, were born.

A Very Merry Holiday POPS! concert After a few months with Marcus Terell and the Serenades. Her together, Marcus Terell theater credits include Rent (Joanne) at City and the Serenades were featured on NBC’s Stage in Union Station; Hair (Ronnie/Dione) “America’s Got Talent,” placing among the at Union Station; and High School Musical Top 40 semifinalists nationwide. Inspired 2 (Taylor). TV credits include “America’s by his experiences on some of the nation’s Got Talent Top 40” (Marcus Terell and the top talent competitions, Marcus wrote, Serenades). Entertainment credits include choreographed and produced the Motowninternational shows as guest entertainer for inspired revue Back to Reality: A personal various cruise lines with Marcus Terell and and musical journey through the ups and

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arcus Terell is a show-stopping, one-of-a-kind performer with more than 10 years of experience in theater and television. The singer-songwriter with a four-octave range channels the likes of such great artists as James Brown and Little Richard. Marcus delivers song after song with a charisma and presence that can’t be denied. He’s advanced to Hollywood twice on Fox’s “American Idol” and competed in the New York finals on MTV’s “Making the Band.”

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he Tulsa, Okla., native has been singing since age 5. She has had starring roles in the musicals Soul on Fire and Reverend I’m Available, as well as appearances on Bobby D’Ambrosio’s album Here I Am and the Gloria Gaynor single “Just Keep Thinking About You.” After performing in numerous New York and Las Vegas venues, she became a featured vocalist for Royal Caribbean Productions. Currently, she fronts the Alicia Hill Band in Tulsa, and travels the country as a Serenade with Marcus Terell and the Serenades.

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where he’s pursuing a vocal performance degree under the instruction of Dr. Richard Kosowski. Clay was most recently seen in Mercer Opera’s production of Alcina, as Ruggiero, and will play Curly in Mercer’s spring production of Oklahoma! Clay works as a catcher at Leap Trapeze in Athens, Ga. After graduation, he plans to work at Club Med as a flying trapeze instructor and, ultimately, hopes to win a position as a singer for Cirque du Soleil.

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rad is excited to be back at the Woodruff Arts Center this holiday season after a five-year run in the Alliance Theatre’s annual production of A Christmas Carol. Brad has performed as an actor, singer and conductor at some of the world’s most esteemed institutions, including the Lyric Opera of Chicago, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Light Opera Works of Chicago, the Ravinia Festival, Atlanta Opera, Atlanta Lyric Theatre, Kenny Leon’s True Colors Theatre, Theater Emory, Horizon Theatre and Spivey Hall. Some of Brad’s favorite roles include: Homer in Lilies of the Field, Noah in Benjamin Britten’s Noah’s Flood and Elder/Jeremiah in Every Tongue Confess. Be sure to get your DVD copy of the Alcon motion picture Joyful Noise to see Brad “bust-a-move” alongside Queen Latifah and Dolly Parton.

ick Morrett, a Marietta native, is thrilled to be making his Atlanta Symphony Orchestra debut. A Kennesaw State University graduate with a B.A. in music, he recently returned from New York, where he made his off-Broadway debut in Fabulous! A New Musical, creating the role of Laura Lee Handle. In April, he makes his Alliance Theatre debut in the world premiere of Born for This, The BeBe Winan Musical, playing Bob. Favorite regional credits: Spamalot (Arts Center of Coastal Carolina), Damn Yankees (Joe Hardy — REYNADA ROBINSON , vocalist Springer Opera House), Hairspray (Corny t the age of 8, Reynada “Rey” Collins — Atlanta Lyric Theatre), A Chorus Robinson’s first starring role, Mrs. Line (Al — Aurora Theatre) and Zanna Claus in the school play Shape Up Santa!, Don’t (Steve Bookman — Actor’s Express). sparked her love of performing. She honed her writing, singing and performing skills CLAY MOTE , vocalist and hit the studio, stage and small screen. lay is thrilled to perform with the She has written for and performed with Atlanta Symphony Orchestra in this John Legend, Kanye West, Monica, Snoop year’s A Very Merry Holiday POPS! Clay Dog and Ashanti, and appeared on “The is a senior at Mercer University in Macon,

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evin Hill has spent almost two decades as a music educator and choral conductor in Georgia. He began his teaching career as choral director at Rome High School and Rome Middle School (1995-2000). He is in his 14th year as choral director at Grady High School.

His Grady choirs have consistently scored superior ratings in performance evaluations.

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Under his direction, the choirs have traveled to France and England, performing in Bath Abbey, Gloucester Cathedral and the American Church in Paris. His choirs also have performed throughout metro Atlanta as well as at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City.

Mr. Hill holds a master of choral conducting degree from Georgia State University and a bachelor’s in music education from Shorter College. He is an active member of Georgia Music Educators’ Association.

In addition to directing the Grady choruses and the All-City Chorus, Kevin directs music at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Grant Park and plays guitar, bass and percussion with the folk and bluegrass band, the Paulines. He lives in Grant Park with his wife, Elizabeth Hill, a choral director in Douglas County.

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Dave Chappelle Show.” She now proudly performs on the high seas with “American Idol’s” Marcus Terell as a Serenade in the show Marcus Terell and the Serenades.

ASO | 12.17/19 | artists ALL-CITY HIGH SCHOOL CHORUS

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omposed of students from these high schools: • Benjamin E. Mays High School, Garnetta Penn, music director • Charles R. Drew Charter School, Jay Sessoms, music director • Hopewell Middle School, Donna Fallis, music director • Inman Middle School, Stacey Tanner, music director

• North Atlanta High School, Velma Page Jenkins, music director • Riverwood International Charter School, Greg Smith, music director • The Galloway School, Terri Evans, music director • D.M. Therrell High School, Angel M. Dotson, music director • Henry W. Grady High School, Kevin Hill, music director

All-City High School Chorus Kevin Hill, director SOPRANO

Lauryn Bell Jordan Blackshear Kamaya Brantley Grace Bridges Ariana Cason Katie Earles Christina Estell Avery Gray Lily Guthrie Youjin Ha Emmaline Harmon Erin Harris Tyler Hunt Armanni Johnson Graelea Lamar Gwendolyn McManus Claire Miller Tasheanna Mitchell Amanda Mobley Jenna Montgomery Emily Ng Jacy Pippin Alyssa Pope Callaway Powlus Mario Price Zoe Reid Grace Semler Amaiya Shair Anna Shoup

Sarah Slutsker Courtney Stanback Audrey Sullivan Jasmine Sutton Tessa Szalkowski Parker Tucker Kimberly Walker Paris Whitney

Selena Kleber Azadi Knight Kyla Lestagez Kira Lewitt Emma Mathews Taelyn May Melanie McCammon Eyshea McCorkle Zaniyah Moore ALTO Jorri Mosby Josie Arenella Isabel Olson Keren Arriola Alisha Pitts Katira Bloodsaw Alisha Pitts Nashaunte Byrdsong Camryn Reddick Chloe Cannada Asha Redhead Isabelle Catanzaro Bradley Colburn-Stanger Courtney Rhodes Stephanie Rinzler China Cunningham Genevieve Saunders Marcaya Douglas Diamond Smith Kalei Downing Jasmine Smith Katerina Emanovska Rayedean Sparks Varad Gurude Caroline Speir Nzinga HammondsAmber Thomas Wyatt Anna Tischer Hope Hawkins Yyonder Upshaw Jasmine Henderson Camille Williams Brooke Holt Guianna Inoa TENOR taylor jackson Caleb Bennett Sovereign Jones Ted Bridges Sienna Joseph Shann Mack

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Winston Muckle Ronnie Nunn Justin Oliver Alejandro Perez Javodrick Smith Kendall Stroud Alex Tischer James Winer Nicholas Wright BASS

Jacob Badgett Davis Baker Max Calderon Phillip Davis Myles Davis Joseph Earles Blake Fowler Nicholas Fritzinger Aidan Goldston Demarius Harris Judah Henry Myles Laurie Robert Lusk Robert Mobley Christopher Parsons Ely Peteet DeAndre Radcliff John Reese Toren Stafford Max White

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HOME ALONE Saturday, Jan. 2, 2016, at 8pm and Sunday, Jan. 3, 2016, at 3pm.

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Coca-Cola Holiday/Delta POPS! Concert

Constantine Kitsopolous, Conductor MUSIC BY JOHN WILLIAMS (b. 1932) The Coca-Cola Holiday Concerts are presented by

The Delta POPS! Series is presented by

Holiday concerts are made possible through an endowment from the Livingston Foundation in memory of Leslie Livingston Kellar.

The use of cameras or recording devices during the concert is strictly prohibited. Please be kind to those around you and silence your mobile phone and other hand-held devices.

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Maestro Kitsopoulos is artistic director of the newly formed Amici NY Orchestra and music director of the Festival of the Arts BOCA, a multiday cultural arts event in South Florida. He served as artistic director of the OK Mozart International Festival (2012-15) and was music director of the Queens Symphony Orchestra (2006-14).

Kitsopoulos maintains a busy opera schedule and is much in demand as a theater conductor, both on Broadway and nationwide. Most recently he was music director and conductor of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella on Broadway.

His most recent recording is the Grammy® Award-winning original Broadway cast album of the Tony Award-winning The Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess, released in 2012 on P.S. Classics.

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onstantine Kitsopoulos has made a name for himself as a conductor whose musical experiences comfortably span the worlds of opera, symphony and film, conducting in such venues as Carnegie Hall, Avery Fisher Hall and Royal Albert Hall, as well as musical theater orchestras on Broadway.

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HOME ALONE

Ever since Home Alone appeared, it has held a unique place in the affections of a very broad public. Director Chris Columbus brought a uniquely fresh and innocent approach to this delightful story, and the film has deservedly become a perennial at holiday time.

I took great pleasure in composing the score for the film, and I am especially delighted that the magnificent Atlanta Symphony Orchestra has agreed to perform the music in a live presentation of the movie.

I know I speak for everyone connected with the making of the film in saying that we are greatly honored by this event ... and I hope that the audience will experience the renewal of joy that the film brings with it, each and every year.

— John Williams

TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX Presents A JOHN HUGHES Production A CHRIS COLUMBUS Film

HOME ALONE MACAULAY CULKIN JOE PESCI DANIEL STERN JOHN HEARD and CATHERINE O’HARA Music by JOHN WILLIAMS Film Editor RAJA GOSNELL Production Designer JOHN MUTO Director of Photography JULIO MACAT Executive Producers MARK LEVINSON & SCOTT ROSENFELT and TARQUIN GOTCH Written and Produced by JOHN HUGHES Directed by CHRIS COLUMBUS Soundtrack Album Available on CBS Records, Cassettes and Compact Discs Color by DELUXE®

Film screening of Home Alone courtesy of Twentieth Century Fox. © 1990 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corp. All Rights Reserved.

PRODUCTION CREDITS Home Alone — Film With Live Orchestra produced

by Film Concerts Live!, a joint venture of IMG Artists, LLC and the Gorfaine/Schwartz Agency Inc. Producers: Steven A. Linder and Jamie Richardson Production Coordinator: Rob Stogsdill Worldwide Representation: IMG Artists, LLC Technical Director: Mike Runice Marketing Coordinator: Dan Barry Music Composed by John Williams Music Preparation: Jo Ann Kane Music Service Film Preparation for Concert Performance: Ramiro Belgardt Technical Consultant: Laura Gibson Sound Remixing for Concert Performance: Chace Audio by Deluxe The score for Home Alone has been adapted for live concert performance.

With special thanks to: Twentieth Century Fox, Chris Columbus, David Newman, John Kulback, and Mark Graham.

Advertising Contacts: Producers Steve Linder — slinder@imgartists.com, 818.260.8523 Rob Stogsdill — rstogsdill@imgartists.com, 212,994.3541 Jamie Richardson — jrichardson@gsamusic.com, 818.260.8500 Dan Barry — dbarry@gsamusic.com, 818.260.8500 Publicity Contacts: Steve Linder — slinder@imgartists.com, 818.260.8523 Rob Stogsdill — rstogsdill@imgartists.com, 212,994.3541 Jamie Richardson — jrichardson@gsamusic.com, 818.260.8500 Dan Barry — dbarry@gsamusic.com, 818.260.8500

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he Orchestra donor list includes all donations made since June 1, 2014. This list represents those among us who have been transformed by music, whether during one evening or over the course of a lifetime.

Those among us who understand the Orchestra’s role in providing music education across our schools, enhancing our quality of life and being a beacon of Atlanta’s cultural sophistication for the entire world.

On behalf of your Atlanta Symphony Orchestra – musicians, volunteers, and staff – we thank you for playing such an important part in the music we work so passionately to create and share.

Bravo!

$500,000+

A Friend of the Orchestra (3) Connie & Merrell Calhoun Delta Air Lines Lettie Pate Evans Foundation, Inc. Sally & Carl Gable Abraham J. & Phyllis Katz Foundation The Kendeda Fund Lucy R. & Gary Lee Jr. The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation

$250,000+

Mrs. Anne Cox Chambers

$100,000+

The Coca-Cola Company Mr. & Mrs. Bradley Currey Jr. First Data Corporation GE Asset Management The Home Depot Foundation Invesco Ltd. Jane & Clay Jackson Patty & Doug Reid The Slumgullion Charitable Fund Mrs. Charles A. Smithgall Jr. Sue & Neil** Williams Wells Fargo

$75,000+

Susan & Richard Anderson Bank of America & Merrill Lynch Susan & Thomas Wardell

$50,000+

AGL Resources Inc.

Alston & Bird LLP Marcia & John Donnell Equifax Inc. The Graves Foundation Karole & John Lloyd Terence L. & Jeanne P. Neal* Victoria & Howard Palefsky Mr. Robert Spano UPS The Zeist Foundation Inc.

$35,000

The Jim Cox Jr. Foundation D. Kirk and Kimberlee Micek Jamieson/Verizon Wireless Kaiser Permanente National Endowment for the Arts Adair & Dick White Mr. & Mrs. John B. White Jr.*

$25,000+

Atlanta Homes & Lifestyle Mr. & Mrs. Paul J. Blackney The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Mary Rockett Brock Wright & Alison Caughman City of Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs Catherine Warren Dukehart Ms. Lynn Eden Betty Sands Fuller Ann & Gordon Getty Foundation Charles & Mary Ginden James. H. Landon The Charles Loridans Foundation, Inc. Massey Charitable Trust

Newell Rubbermaid Mr. & Mrs. E. Fay Pearce Jr.* Porsche Cars North America, Inc. Publix Super Market Charities, Inc. Ryder Truck Sytems, Inc. Bill & Rachel Schultz* The Mark & Evelyn Trammell Foundation Joan N. Whitcomb The Vasser Woolley Foundation, Inc.

$17,500

Capital Group Companies, Inc. Dr. John W. Cooledge Fulton County Arts Council GMT Capital Corporation Georgia Council for the Arts Ann A. & Ben F. Johnson III* Mr. & Mrs.** Fred McGehee Meredith Corporation (Traditional Home) Mr. and Mrs. Joseph M. O’Donnell Mark & Rebekah Wasserman

$15,000+

The Antinori Foundation Mr. & Mrs. Frank H. Boykin Janine Brown & Alex J. Simmons Jr. John W. & Rosemary K. Brown Kelley O. & Neil H. Berman Mr. & Mrs. Ronald M. Cofield* Russell Currey & Amy Durrell Fulton County Arts Council Drs. Jeannette Guarner &

*We are grateful to these donors for taking the extra time to acquire matching gifts from their employers. **Deceased.

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ASO | support Carlos del Rio Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Donna Lee & Howard Ehni Xia Liu Ken & Carolyn Meltzer The Sally & Peter Parsonson Foundation Dr.** & Mrs. Mark P. Pentecost Jr. Piedmont National Family Foundation Provare Technology The Reiman Foundation Jeffrey C. Sprecher & Kelly Loeffler Loren & Gail Starr Triska Drake & G. Kimbrough Taylor The Trapp Family John & Ray Uttenhove Chilton & Morgan Varner Patrick & Susie Viguerie Kathy N. Waller Mr. & Mrs. Edus H. Warren Jr. Camille Yow

$10,000+

Atlanta Decorative Arts Center Julie & Jim Balloun The Breman Foundation Inc. Alexandra & Brett Blumencranz Mr. David Boatwright The Walter & Frances Bunzl Foundation Janet Davenport in honor of Norman Mackenzie

Cari K. Dawson & John M. Sparrow Eleanor & Charles Edmondson Ms. Nancy Field & Mr. Michael Schulder Nancy D. Gould Gene Haywood Roger & Lynn Hudgins Dona & Bill Humphreys JBS Foundation King & Spalding LLP Mr.** & Mrs. Donald R. Keough Pat & Nolan Leake John & Linda Matthews John F. & Marilyn M. McMullan Morgens West Foundation Mr. & Mrs. Solon P. Patterson* Suzanne & Bill Plybon* Joyce & Henry Schwob Mr. & Mrs. John W. Scott Mr. John A. Sibley III Hamilton & Mason Smith Alison M. & Joseph M. Thompson Carol & Ramon Tomé Family Fund* Turner Foundation Inc. Ticketmaster Neal** & Virginia Williams

$7,500+

Patricia & William Buss The Robert Hall Gunn Jr. Fund Mary Ruth McDonald* Donald S. Orr & Marcia K. Knight Piedmont Charitable Foundation

A ppassionato Donors who give at the Appassionato level ($10,000 $24,999) enjoy the benefits of the Patron Partnership, while also having opportunities to attend the annual Appassionato Soiree, receive VIP personal ticketing and reservation concierge, exclusive access to artists’ events, and recognition as a concert sponsor. For more information, visit www.atlantasymphony.org/giving or call Shawn Gardner at 404.733.4839.

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A Friend of the Orchestra (2) Ms. Kay Adams* & Mr. Ralph Paulk Aadu & Kristi Allpere* Lisa & Joe Bankoff Jack & Helga Beam Rita & Herschel Bloom Jacqueline A. & Joseph E. Brown, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Russell E. Butner Mr. & Mrs. Walter K. Canipe Susan & Carl Cofer Dr. & Mrs. William T. Cook Greg & Debra Durden The Robert S. Elster Foundation George T. & Alecia H. Ethridge Carol G. & Larry L. Gellerstedt III Mary D. Gellerstedt Mr. & Mrs. Richard Goodsell Georgia-Pacific Corporation Deedee & Marc Hamburger* Dr. Lewis H. Hamner III & Thomas J. Brendiar Dr. & Mrs. Geoffrey Henson Jan & Tom Hough Tad & Janin Hutcheson Roya & Bahman Irvani Mr. and Mrs. Baxter Jones Cecile M. Jones Paul & Rosthema Kastin The Philip I. Kent Foundation Kohler Co. The Sartain Lanier Family Foundation Wolfgang** and Mariana Laufer Lillian Balentine Law Isabel Lamy Lee Lenox Square Deborah & William Liss* Belinda & Gino Massafra Judy Zaban-Miller & Lester Miller Walter W. Mitchell Gregory & Judy Moore Robert & Mary Ann Olive Franca G. Oreffice Barbara & Sanford Orkin Margaret H. Petersen In Memory of Dr. Frank S. Pittman III Mr. Leonard B. Reed* Mr. & Mrs. Joel F. Reeves Vicki & Joe Riedel

*We are grateful to these donors for taking the extra time to acquire matching gifts from their employers. **Deceased.

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ASO | support Mr. & Mrs. George P. Rodrigue Beverly & Milton Shlapak In memory of Willard Shull Thurmond Smithgall Dr. Steven & Lynne Steindel* Peter James Stelling Amy & Paul Synder Drs. Jonne & Paul Walter Alan & Marcia Watt* Thomas E. Whitesides, Jr. M.D. Russell Williamson & Shawn Pagliarini Suzanne Bunzl Wilner Jan & Beattie Wood In Memory of Bill Lester and In Honor of Ronda Respess

$3,500+

A Friend of the Orchestra (4) Ronald & Gayle Breakstone Alison & Chuck Carlin Mr. & Mrs. Dennis M. Chorba Carol Comstock & Jim Davis* Thomas G. Cousins Betty W Dykes David & Patty Emerson Dr. & Mrs. Carl D. Fackler Frontgate Peg Simms Gary Sally W. Hawkins Henry Howell Dr.** & Mrs. James M. Hund Robert & Sherry Johnson Mark B. Kent & Kevin A. Daft Dick and Georgia Kimball* Allyson M. Kirkpatrick Olivia A. M. Leon J. Bancroft Lesesne & Randolph Henning

Dr. & Mrs. James T. Lowman Lubo Fund Mr. & Mrs. Frederick C. Mabry Barbara & Jim MacGinnitie Janice & Tom Munsterman Margo Brinton & Eldon Park Susan Perdew Hellen Ingram Plummer Charitable Foundation, Inc. Mary Kay & Gene Poland* S.A. Robinson Barry & Gail Spurlock Mrs. C. Preston Stephens Mr. & Mrs. Richard M. Stormont Mr. & Mrs. Edward Stroetz, Jr. Stephen & Sonia Swartz Mr. & Mrs. George B. Taylor Jr. Burton Trimble Dr. & Mrs. James O. Wells, Jr. H. & T. Yamashita* Herbert & Grace Zwerner

$2,000+

A Friend of the Orchestra Mr. & Mrs. John Allan Ms. Mary Allen Dr. Evelyn R. Babey Asad Bashey Mr. & Mrs. R. Edwin Bennett Shirley Blaine Leon Borchers Dr. Aubrey M. Bush & Dr. Carol T. Bush California Closets Henry & Claudia Colvin Ralph & Rita Connell Jean & Jerry Cooper Mrs. Lavona Currie Peter & Vivian de Kok Mary & Mahlon Delong Xavier Duralde & Mary Barrett

patron partnership

Members of the Patron Partnership ($2,000-$9,999) enjoy a host of benefits that include event invitations to Insiders’ Evenings and Symphony Nightcaps, access to the Robert Shaw Room, and opportunities to sit onstage during a rehearsal. For more information, visit www.atlantasymphony.org/giving or call Shawn Gardner at 404.733.4839.

Ms. Diane Durgin Dr. Francine D. Dykes & Mr. Richard H. Delay Mary Frances Early Ellen & Howard Feinsand Phyllis & Dr. Richard D. Franco Dr. Mary G. George & Mr. Kenneth Molinelli Sally & Walter George Caroline Gilham Mrs. Janet D. Goldstein Mrs. Louise Grant Joanne & Alex Gross Mr. & Mrs. Gary Guy Harald R. Hansen Virginia Hepner & Malcolm Barnes John & Martha Head Thomas High Sarah & Harvey Hill Mrs. Sally Horntvedt Harry & Tatty Howard Richard & Linda Hubert Dr. W. Manchester Hudson JoAnn Hall Hunsinger The Hyman Foundation Mary & Wayne James Cynthia Jeness Aaron & Joyce Johnson Mr. & Mrs. Alan M. Knieter Mrs. Jo W. Koch Jessica Langlois Thomas C. Lawson Dr. Fulton D. Lewis III & S. Neal Rhoney Mr. & Mrs. J. David Lifsey

Joanne Lincoln Mr. & Mrs. Paul A. Lutz* Kay & John Marshall Elvira & Jay Mannelly Martha & Reynolds McClatchey Mrs. Kathryn M. McGrew Mr. Justin R. McLain McMaster-Carr Supply Company Dr. Larry V. McIntire Birgit & David McQueen Virginia K. McTague Midtown Bank & Trust Company Lilot S. Moorman & Jeffrey B. Bradley The Mortimer Family* Dr. & Mrs. R. Daniel Nable Melanie & Allan Nelkin Gary & Peggy Noble Mr. Andreas Penninger Doris Pidgeon in Memory of Rezin E. Pidgeon, Jr. The Reverend Neal P. Ponder, Jr. Tom & Mary Quigley Dr. & Mrs. W. Harrison Reeves, Sr. Mrs. Susan H. Reinach Margaret & Bob Reiser Roger & Lynn Lieberman Ritvo Ms. Susan Robinson & Ms. Mary Roemer Mr. & Mrs. Richard L. Rodgers

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The ROBERT SHAW ROOM, the VIP Donor Lounge and Dining Room, is open for cocktails and dinner prior to Atlanta Symphony Orchestra performances in Atlanta Symphony Hall, as well as for cocktails and complimentary coffee during intermission. For more information, visit www. atlantasymphony.org/giving or call Shawn Gardner at 404.733.4839.

Atlanta Symphony Associates The volunteer organization of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

2015-16 ASA Board of Directors Camille Kesler President Belinda Massafra Advisor Leslie Petter Advisor

Sabine Sugarman Secretary Glee Lamb Treasurer Sylvia Davidson Nominating Chair

Bunny Davidson Membership VP Melissa Hudson Communications & Development VP Jonathan Brown & Josh Cochran Bravo Unit Chairs

Martha & John Head Concerto Unit Chairs Joan Abernathy Encore Unit Chair Corrie Johnson & Joanne Chesler Gross Ensemble Unit Chair

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Dr. Emile T. Fisher A. D. Frazier, Jr. Nola Frink Betty & Drew** Fuller Sally & Carl Gable William & Carolyn Gaik Mr.** & Mrs. L. L. Gellerstedt, Jr. Ruth Gershon & Sandy Cohn Micheline & Bob Gerson Mr. & Mrs. John T. Glover Robert Hall Gunn, Jr., Fund Billie & Sig** Guthman James & Virginia Hale Sally & Paul** Hawkins John & Martha Head Mary Virginia Hearn** Barbara & John** Henigbaum Richard E. Hodges, Jr. Pat and Chuck Holmes Mr.** & Mrs. Fred A. Hoyt, Jr. Jim & Barbara Hund Clayton F. Jackson Mary B. James Calvert Johnson Herb & Hazel Karp Anne Morgan & Jim Kelley Robert Kinsey James W. & Mary Ellen** Kitchell Paul Kniepkamp, Jr. Miss Florence Kopleff** James H. Landon Ouida Hayes Lanier Ione & John Lee Lucy Russell Lee & Gary Lee, Jr.

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Mr.** & Mrs. William C. Lester Liz & Jay** Levine Robert M. Lewis, Jr. Joanne Lincoln Jane Little Mrs. J. Erskine Love, Jr. Nell Galt & Will D. Magruder K Maier John W. Markham Linda & John Matthews Dr. Michael S. McGarry Mr. & Mrs. Richard McGinnis John & Clodagh Miller Mr. & Mrs. Bertil D. Nordin Roger B. Orloff Dr. Bernard** & Sandra Palay Dan R. Payne Bill Perkins Mr.** & Mrs. Rezin E. Pidgeon, Jr. Reverend Neal P. Ponder, Jr. William L. & Lucia Fairlie Pulgram Vicki J. & Joe A. Riedel Helen & John Rieser Dr. Shirley E. Rivers** David F. & Maxine A. Rock Mr.** & Mrs. Martin H. Sauser Mr. Paul S. Scharff & Ms. Polly G. Fraser Dr. & Mrs. George P. Sessions Charles H. Siegel** Hamilton and Mason Smith

Mrs. Lessie B. Smithgall Elliott Sopkin Elizabeth Morgan Spiegel Gail & Loren Starr Peter James Stelling C. Mack** & Mary Rose Taylor Jennings Thompson IV Margaret** & Randolph** Thrower Kenneth & Kathleen Tice Mr. H. Burton Trimble, Jr. Steven R. Tunnell Mary E. Van Valkenburgh Adair & Dick White Mr. & Mrs. John B. White, Jr. Hubert H. Whitlow, Jr. Sue & Neil** Williams Mrs. Frank L. Wilson, Jr. Joni Winston George & Camille Wright Mr.** and Mrs. Charles R. Yates

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This program is supported in part by the Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA) through the appropriations of the Georgia General Assembly. GCA also receives support from its partner agency, the National Endowment for the Arts

This program is supported in part by an award from the National Endowment for the Arts.

THE WOODRUFF CIRCLE Woodruff Circle members each contribute more than $250,000 annually to support the arts and education work of the Woodruff Arts Center, Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, and High Museum of Art. We are deeply grateful to these 36 partners who lead our efforts to ensure the arts thrive in our community.

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$500,000+ A Friend of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chick-fil-A Foundation / Rhonda and Dan Cathy Sally and Carl Gable Georgia Power Foundation, Inc. The Home Depot

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SunTrust Foundation SunTrust Bank Teammates and The SunTrust Trusteed Foundations: Florence C. and Harry L. English Memorial Fund Walter H. and Marjory M. Rich Memorial Fund

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$400,000+ The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, Inc. Sarah and Jim Kennedy Mr. and Mrs. Donald Keough

PwC, Partners & Employees Louise Sams & Jerome Grilhot UPS

$300,000+ AT&T The Goizueta Foundation Invesco Ltd.

Margaret and Terry Stent Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Edus H. Warren, Jr.

$250,000+ Bank of America Deloitte, its Partners & Employees Equifax Inc. & Employees EY, Partners & Employees King & Spalding LLP, Partners & Employees

PNC Patty and Doug Reid Mrs. Charles A. Smithgall Jr. Woodruff Circle & Patron Circle donations made: June 1, 2014 – May 31, 2015 Beauchamp C. Carr Challenge Fund Donors

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THE PATRON CIRCLE The Patron Circle includes donors who generously made contributions to our FY15 annual funds and/or long-term special projects and endowment funds.

CORPORATE PARTNERS $200,000+ KPMG LLP, Partners & Employees $150,000+ Alston & Bird LLP Jones Day Foundation & Employees Porsche Cars North America $100,000+ AGL Resources Inc. First Data Corporation GE Asset Management Genuine Parts Company Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. Kaiser Permanente Kilpatrick Townsend LLP Northern Trust Company Target Stores $75,000+ General Electric Company Georgia-Pacific Corporation Newbridge Management WestRock Company $50,000+ BB&T Corporation Birch Communications Carter’s Charitable Foundation Crawford & Company GMT Capital Corporation Norfolk Southern Corporation North Highland Company Primerica, Inc. Printpack, Inc. Publix Super Market Charities, Inc. Regions Financial Corporation Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP U.S. Trust $25,000+ ACE Charitable Foundation AGSI Business Techology Americas Mart Real Estate, LLC

AT&T Mobility Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles BlueCross BlueShield of Georgia BNY Mellon Wealth Management The Boston Consulting Group Cousins Properties Foundation Disney Publishing Worldwide Georgia Natural Gas Global Payments, Inc. Holder Construction Company JLL JP Morgan Private Bank Kia Motors America, Inc. Lanier Parking Solutions Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, LLP Novelis, Inc. Post Properties, Inc. Quikrete Ryder Truck Rental, Inc. Sam’s Club & Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. SCANA Energy The Selig Foundation Southwest Airlines State Bank & Trust Company Steinway Piano Galleries Traditional Home United Distributors, Inc. Verizon Wireless Waffle House Wilmington Trust Woodruff Arts Center Employees Yancey Bros. Co. $15,000+ ABM Acuity Brands, Inc. Alvarez & Marsal Antique Piano Shop

Arby’s Foundation, Inc. Arnall Golden Gregory LLP Assurant Specialty Property Atlanta Tech Village Atlantic Trust Company AVYVE Bank of North Georgia/ Synovus Financial Corp Benjamin Moore Bluetube Interactive Bryan Cave Building Materials Holding Corporation Calico The Casey-Slade Group, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Christie’s Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. Fifth Third Bank Gas South, LLC Graphic Packaging International, Inc. Humphries and Company LLC Kimberly-Clark Corporation Macy’s NGI Investments Northside Hospital Performex Company Perkins & Will, Inc. Piedmont National Corporation PulteGroup, Inc. Recall Corporation Ricoh USA, Inc. Rooms to Go Children’s Fund Smith & Howard, PC Southwire Company Stonegate Designs Vertical Systems Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, PLLC

FOUNDATION SUPPORTERS $150,000+

A Friend of the High Museum of Art Abraham J. & Phyllis Katz Foundation The Henry Luce Foundation, Inc. National Endowment for the Arts The Rich Foundation, Inc. The Sara Giles Moore Foundation The Shubert Foundation, Inc. $100,000+ The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation City of Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs

The Frances and Beverly DuBose Foundation, Inc. The Marcus Foundation, Inc. Morgens West Foundation The Sartain Lanier Family Foundation, Inc. $75,000+ Fulton County Arts Council Triad Foundation, Inc. $50,000+ The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation

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The Charles Loridans Foundation, Inc. Frances Wood Wilson Foundation, Inc. The Fraser-Parker Foundation Georgia Council for the Arts The Graves Foundation Livingston Foundation, Inc. The Mark and Evelyn Trammell Foundation Massey Charitable Trust Samuel H. Kress Foundation Spray Foundation, Inc.

$25,000+ Ann and Gordon Getty Foundation Atlanta Foundation Gertrude and William C. Wardlaw Fund The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust The Howell Fund, Inc. Ida Alice Ryan Charitable Trust James Starr Moore Memorial Foundation Jane Smith Turner Foundation John & Mary Franklin Foundation, Inc. Margaret Gill Clements Napier Foundation

The Oscar G. and Elsa S. Mayer Family Foundation Piedmont Charitable Foundation, Inc. Price Gilbert, Jr. Charitable Fund The Ray M. and Mary Elizabeth Lee Foundation, Inc. The Vasser Woolley Foundation, Inc. Walter Clay Hill & Family Foundation $15,000+ The Blanche Lipscomb Foundation Camp-Younts Foundation Center Family Foundation

The Chatham Valley Foundation, Inc. Covenant Foundation, Inc. JBS Foundation Jim Cox, Jr. Fund John H. and Wilhelmina D. Harland Charitable Foundation The L&C Wood Family Foundation, Inc. Roderick S., Flossie R., and Helen M. Galloway Foundation Thalis & Michael C. Carlos Foundation Thomas H. Lanier Foundation Tull Charitable Foundation Weldon H. Johnson Family Foundation

INDIVIDUAL PHILANTHROPISTS $200,000+ A Friend of the High Museum of Art Ms. Jeannie Hearn $150,000+ Victoria and Howard Palefsky $100,000+ Susan and Richard Anderson Mr. Joseph F. Best, III Thalia & Michael Carlos Fund Mr. and Mrs. Bradley Currey, Jr. Marcia and John Donnell The Douglas J. Hertz Family Mr. and Mrs. Charles K. Holmes, Jr. Mr. Jimmy Liautaud Carol and Ramon Tomé Family Fund Mrs. Sue Williams $75,000+ A Friend of the High Museum of Art Sandra and Dan Baldwin Mrs. Frances B. Bunzl Karole and John Lloyd Carla and Graham Roberts Susan and Thomas Wardell Ms. Joni Winston $50,000+ Nancy and Kenny Blank Barbara and Steve Chaddick Peggy and Rawson Foreman Sonya and Rick Garber Mrs. Charlotte Garson Robin and Hilton Howell Karen and Jeb Hughes Jane and Clay Jackson Lori and Bill Johnson Mr. Baxter P. Jones & Dr. Jiong Yan Terence L. and Jeanne P. Neal Beth and David Park Alyson and Gregory Rogers Ruthie Magness Rollins Linda and Steve Selig

Robert Spano Sara and Paul Steinfeld Joan N. Whitcomb Adair and Dick White Elizabeth and Chris Willett $25,000+ A Friend of the High Museum of Art Aarati and Peter Alexander Susan and Ron Antinori Spring and Tom Asher Julie and Jim Balloun Mr. and Mrs. Joseph R. Bankoff Paul and Linnea Bert Mr. and Mrs. Paul J. Blackney John and Mary Brock John W. and Rosemary K. Brown Lucinda W. Bunnen Ms. Mary Cahill Connie and Merrell Calhoun Wright and Alison Caughman Susan and Carl Cofer Ann and Tom Cousins Ann and Jeff Cramer Mr. Larry Darrow Elaine and Erroll Davis Catherine Warren Dukehart Ms. Lynn Eden Mr. and Mrs. Joseph W. Evans Feinberg Charitable Trust Mr. and Mrs. Howard Feinsand Mr. John Foy Betty Sands Fuller Carol and Paul Garcia Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence L. Gellerestedt III Mr. and Mrs. Holcombe T. Green, Jr. Margaret and Scotty Greene Nena Griffith Ms. Maria Guarisco Newell and Tom Harbin Virginia A. Hepner and Malcolm Barnes Mr. Andrew Heyman

Allison and Ben Hill Jocelyn J. Hunter Mr. and Mrs. Bahman M. Irvani Katie and West Johnson Mary and Neil Johnson Jinny and Michael Keough The Klaus Family Foundation James H. Landon Mr. and Mrs. J. Hicks Lanier Mr. and Mrs. Gary Lee, Jr. John Paddock and Karen Schwartz Merry McCleary & Ann Pasky Sally and Allen McDaniel Mr. Alan B. McKeon & Ms. Evelyn Ashley The Deborah A. Kahn & Harris N. Miller Charitable Fund Jennifer and Brand Morgan Mr. and Mrs. C.V. Nalley, III Mr. and Mrs. William A. Parker, Jr. Sally & Pete Parsonson Foundation Mrs. Martha Pentecost Christina and Jim Price Laurie and Roland Pritchett Mr. and Mrs. Gordon P. Ramsey Mr. and Mrs. David M. Ratcliffe Mr. and Mrs. William C. Rawson Dan and Garnet Reardon Bill and Rachel Schultz Jeffrey C. Sprecher and Kelly Loeffler Les Stumpff and Sandy Moon Mary and Greg Thompson Rebekah and Mark Wasserman Ada and William Weiller Mr. and Mrs. John B. White, Jr. Ramona and Ben White Susan and John Wieland Ms. Regina Williamson Dina E. Woodruff Mr. and Mrs. John C. Yates Mary and Bob Yellowlees The Zaban Foundation

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ASO | staff EXECUTIVE Terry Neal Interim President & Chief Executive Officer Alesia Mack Director of Executive Services Alvinetta CookseyWyche, Executive Services Office Assistant ARTISTIC Evans Mirageas Vice President for Artistic Planning & Operations Carol Wyatt Executive Assistant to the Music Director & Principal Guest Conductor Jeffrey Baxter Choral Administrator Alex Malone Managing Producer Symphony POPS! Ken Meltzer ASO Insider & Program Annotator Scott O’Toole Artistic Assistant Bob Scarr Archives Program Manager DEVELOPMENT Jessica Langlois Director of Development Elizabeth Bixby Manager of Individual Support Kyle Coffey Manager of Foundations & Government Relations Shawn Gardner Senior Development Coordinator Ashley Nixon Special Events Coordinator

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS Kristen Delaney Vice President of Marketing & Communications KC Commander Marketing Coordinator Elizabeth Daniell PR Coordinator Adam Fenton Director of Multimedia Technology Holly Hanchey Director of Marketing & Patron Experience Tammy Hawk Director of Communications Robert Phipps Publications Director SALES & REVENUE MANAGEMENT Russell Wheeler Senior Director of Sales & Revenue Management Dallas Greene Season Tickets Assistant Melanie Kite Director of Subscriptions & Patron Services Pamela Kruseck Manager of Group Sales & Tourism Gokul Parasuram Group & Corporate Sales Assistant Robin Smith Subscription & Education Sales Christopher Stephens Group Promotions Manager Karen Tucker Season Tickets Associate

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EDUCATION & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Katherine Algarra Manager of the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra & Community Music School Kaitlin Gress Manager of Community Programs Tiffany I. M. Jones Education Associate for Audience Development Ruthie Miltenberger Manager of Family Programs Adrienne Thompson Interim Manager, Talent Development Program OPERATIONS Russell Williamson Senior Orchestra Manager Paul Barrett Senior Production Stage Manager Richard Carvlin Stage Manager Christopher McLaughlin Orchestra Operations Manager Jesse Pace Front of House Manager Kourtnea Stevenson Assistant Orchestra Personnel Manager Susanne Watts Orchestra Personnel Manager

FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION Susan Ambo Chief Financial Officer Peter Dickson Senior Accountant Nicole Epstein Venues Accountant Kimberly Hielsberg Senior Director of Financial Planning & Analysis Stephen Jones Symphony Store Shannon McCown Office Manager April Satterfield Controller

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Saturday; noon - 5 p.m. Sunday. Please note: All single-ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. All artists and programs are subject to change.

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DONATE Tickets sales only cover a fraction of our costs. Please consider a donation to your ASO. Call 404.733.4262 or visit aso.org.

ASO | general info LATE SEATING Patrons arriving later are seated at the discretion of house management.

Reserved seats are not guaranteed after the performance starts. Late arrivers may be initially seated in the back out of courtesy to the musicians and other patrons.

SPECIAL ASSISTANCE All programs of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra are accessible to people with disabilities. Please call the box office (404.733.5000) to make advance arrangements.

SYMPHONY STORE The Symphony Store is now open in its new location directly adjacent to the Robert Shaw Room and Delta SKY360º Club. The store is open before, during and after most concerts.

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THE ROBERT SHAW ROOM The ASO invites donors who contribute at least $2,250 annually to become members of this private dining room for cocktails and dining on concert evenings — private rentals available. Call 404.733.4860.

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS Concert Hotline (Recorded info) 404.733.4949 Symphony Hall Box Office 404.733.5000 Ticket Donations/Exchanges 404.733.5000 Subscription Information/Sales 404.733.4800 Group Sales 404.733.4848 Atlanta Symphony Associates 404.733.4865 (Volunteers) Educational Programs 404.733.4870 Youth Orchestra 404.733.5038 Box Office TTD Number 404.733.4303 Services for People 404.733-5000 with Special Needs 404.733.4800 Lost and Found 404.733.4225 Symphony Store 404.733.4345 Donations & Development 404.733.4262

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1 The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra 201516 Artist-in-Residence, Morris Robinson, performed at Ebenezer Baptist Church on Oct. 23.

2 Everyone got into the Halloween spirit as the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra performed two concerts Oct. 31 — Halloween Hijinks! family concert and Delta POPS! Danny Elfman’s Music From the Films of Tim Burton. Patrons of all ages and our Atlanta Symphony musicians showed their costume creativity.

3 Principal Harpist Elisabeth Remy Johnson and Principal Flute Christina Smith delighted patrons with their performance of Mozart’s Concerto for Flute and Harp.

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