2024-2025 Subscription Brochure

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MUSIC for EVERYONE

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— John Morris Russell, Music Director

he HHSO aspires to be the “go-to” place for all things musical in the Lowcountry. Our coming season includes symphonic classical and pops concerts, jazz, cabarets, Gullah Geechee culture, piano, chamber music, and much more! Renowned for its exceptional performances and passion for music, the orchestra’s dedication to musical excellence and community engagement has solidified its reputation as a cultural cornerstone on Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, and beyond. We welcome you to our exciting 2024-2025 season.

—Alan Jordan, President and CEO MUSIC for EVERYONE

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usic making deeply connects us with one another, as musicians and audiences—it expresses some of the most profound human feelings, and opens hearts to the beauty around us.”

2024-2025 Orchestra Series Nine programs with a choice between pairs of concerts on SUNDAYS AT 4:00 PM and MONDAYS AT 7:30 PM

All concerts are at First Presbyterian Church 540 William Hilton Parkway (Business Route 278)

BRUCH AND TCHAIKOVSKY

OPENING WEEKEND

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2024, 4:00 PM MONDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2024, 7:30 PM John Morris Russell, Conductor Melissa White, Violin Mikhail Glinka Ruslan und Lyudmila Overture Max Bruch Violin Concerto No. 1, Op. 26, G minor Piotr Ilych Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 4, Op. 36, TH 27, F minor “White’s playing was breathtaking. I have no other words for the grace, precision, and warmth she brought to the stage.” — MD Theater Guide

THE AMERICAN EXPERIENCE SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2024, 4:00 PM MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2024, 7:30 PM John Morris Russell, Conductor Duke Ellington The River Antonín Dvořák Symphony No. 9, Op. 95, B.178, E minor, “From The New World” “Dvořák and Ellington represent the past, present and future of American music—their infectious rhythmic drive, soulful harmonies and richly nuanced orchestration define the American sound.”

— John Morris Russell, Music Director

HOLIDAY POPS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2024, 4:00 PM MONDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2024, 7:30 PM

Bluffton concert SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2024, 7:00 PM St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, Bluffton

John Morris Russell, Conductor Jaia Alli, Cello, 2024 Youth Concerto Competition Winner Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Chorus Hilton Head Dance Theatre – Karena Brock-Carlyle and John Carlyle, Artistic Directors Holiday Pops has become our annual family tradition and the highlight of the holiday season. The musical performances are breathtaking, deeply moving and so much fun!

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JAIME AND FRIENDS SUNDAY, JANUARY 19, 2025, 4:00 PM MONDAY, JANUARY 20, 2025, 7:30 PM

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Jaime Laredo, Conductor and Violin Sharon Robinson, Cello Anna Polonsky, Piano Johann Sebastian Bach Violin Concerto No. 1, BWV 1041, A minor Gabriel Fauré Elegy, Op. 24 Felix Mendelssohn Piano Concerto No. 1, Op. 25, G minor Ludwig van Beethoven Concerto for Violin, Violoncello and Piano, Op. 56, C Major, “Triple” “Laredo played with his trademark shimming silvery sound, subtle nuances, and natural expressiveness…Robinson added passionate brilliance. Polonsky was the anchor with her solid technique and natural musicality.”— Jim Lowe, Rutland Herald

SEVEN DEADLY SINS SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2025, 4:00 PM MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2025, 7:30 PM John Morris Russell, Conductor Members of the Wolf Trap Opera Hans Krása Overture for Small Orchestra Darius Milhaud La création du monde, Op. 81 (The Creation of the World) Kurt Weill Seven Deadly Sins Seven Deadly Sins is a sung ballet which brings the worlds of voice, dance and orchestra together. Stars from the Wolf Trap Opera will join the HHSO and JMR to create an evening of scintillating entertainment.

“Weill, Krása and Milhaud are three of the most significant Jewish composers of the twentieth century, with a musical message that resonates as strongly today as when they were written.”— Rabbi Brad Bloom, Congregation Beth Yam

GET HAPPY – A JUDY GARLAND CELEBRATION SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2025, 4:00 PM MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2025, 7:30 PM John Morris Russell, Conductor Joan Ellison, Songstress “Judy Garland was more than a singer — she was an icon, a trailblazer and the preeminent purveyor of the Great American Songbook” — Joan Ellison “Joan Ellison IS Judy Garland — I have never experienced anyone who can come close to capturing Garland’s unique artistry and essence as she does.” — Cleveland Plain Dealer “…Vocal prowess (and) organic grasp of the classic songs…” — Michael Feinstein MUSIC for EVERYONE

CARL ORFF: CARMINA BURANA SUNDAY, MARCH 2, 2025, 4:00 PM MONDAY, MARCH 3, 2025, 7:30 PM John Morris Russell, Conductor Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Chorus Claflin University Concert Choir, Dr. Charlie J. Toomer, Jr. Director Carl Orff’s cantata, Carmina Burana, draws inspiration from medieval poetry and themes. The lyrics of “O Fortuna” express the idea of fate, the wheel of fortune, and the capriciousness of life.

“One of the most deliciously decadent and thrilling works for chorus and orchestra, Carmina expresses a kaleidoscope of emotions and enchantment” — John Morris Russell

MENDELSSOHN AND VIVALDI SUNDAY, APRIL 6, 2025, 4:00 PM MONDAY, APRIL 7, 2025, 7:30 PM Jeri Lynne Johnson, Conductor Adé Williams, Violin Michael Abels More Seasons for Orchestra Felix Mendelssohn Symphony No. 4, Op. 90, A Major, “Italian” Antonio Vivaldi The Four Seasons “Johnson’s conducting is both stylish and powerful” — Philadelphia Inquirer “Adé is a Chicagoland wunderkind … known not only as a one-name performer but also as one singular sensation … played with a sweet tone and strength of character.” — The Grand Rapids Press

ENRIQUE GRAF AND LA MER SUNDAY, APRIL 27, 2025, 4:00 PM MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2025, 7:30 PM

SERIES FINALE

John Morris Russell, Conductor Enrique Graf, Piano Claude Debussy Prélude à “L’après-midi d’un faune” (Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun) Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Piano Concerto No. 17, K.453, G Major Claude Debussy La Mer (The Sea) “One of the brilliant pianists of our times.”— The Washington Post

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OTHER 2024-2025 SEASON Special Events HILTON HEAD CHAMBER MUSIC INSTITUTE THURSDAY, JUNE 13 THROUGH SATURDAY, JUNE 22, 2024 An intensive training program focused on the art of small ensemble playing, 16 exceptional students from across the country are coached by an outstanding faculty from Vanderbilt, Florida State, and Michigan universities and present a series of public performances around Hilton Head Island and Bluffton.

Tickets and information at hhso.org.

JAZZ IN THE PARK EVERY OTHER TUESDAY STARTING JUNE 25, 2024 7:30 PM LOWCOUNTRY CELEBRATION PARK AT COLIGNY, HILTON HEAD ISLAND The HHSO presents six free outdoor concerts featuring the region’s finest Jazz performers, including faculty and students from the Junior Jazz Foundation’s Hilton Head Jazz Camp.

SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS Outdoor Pops Concerts for Everyone THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2024, 7:30 PM

MARTIN FAMILY PARK, BLUFFTON (part of the Historic Bluffton Arts and Seafood Festival)

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2024, 7:30 PM

LOWCOUNTRY CELEBRATION PARK AT COLIGNY, HILTON HEAD ISLAND

TUESDAY, APRIL 1, 2025, 7:30 PM LOWCOUNTRY CELEBRATION PARK AT COLIGNY, HILTON HEAD ISLAND

HHSO YOUTH CONCERTO COMPETITION SATURDAY, JANUARY 25, 2025, 1:00 PM, SOUNDWAVES The HHSO Youth Concerto Competition has been attracting the most talented young musicians from throughout the southeastern United States since 2009.

In addition to cash awards to all finalists, the first-place winner receives an opportunity to perform with the HHSO. Tickets available in September, 2024, at hhso.org.

HILTON HEAD INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION MONDAY, MARCH 10 THROUGH MONDAY, MARCH 17, 2025 The 27th competition featuring twenty of the world’s finest pianists, ages 18-30. Four exciting rounds of competition over eight days before an internationally renowned panel of jurors, leading to a performance of three full concertos with the HHSO and the three finalists. The Road to Carnegie Hall begins on Hilton Head. Tickets available in January, 2025, at hhipc.org.

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Acknowledgement in HHSO Program

Supporter: $250+ • •

All of the benefits listed above plus HHSO Euro Sticker

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Friend: Up to $249

Principal: $500+ • •

All of the benefits listed above plus Complimentary glass of wine or beer at a SoundWaves presentation

Artist’s Circle: $1,000+ • •

All of the benefits listed above plus Invitation to Annual Individual Donor Reception at SoundWaves All of the benefits listed above plus Two Guest Passes to a concert performance

Chairman’s Circle: $7,500+ • •

All of the benefits listed above plus Reserved VIP Parking Decal

Silver Baton Circle: $10,000+ • •

All of the benefits listed above plus Private breakfast or lunch with Alan Jordan

Gold Baton Circle: $15,000+ • •

All of the benefits listed above plus Special reserved seating at the Fall and Spring Symphony Under The Stars performances

Platinum Baton Circle: $20,000+ • •

All of the benefits listed above plus Private dinner with John Morris Russell

Diamond Baton Circle: $25,000+ • •

CONCERT STAGE

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Conductor’s Circle: $5,000+ • •

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All of the benefits listed above plus Preferred Concert Seating

Concertmaster’s Circle: $2,500+ • •

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SELECT YOUR LEVEL OF SUPPORT

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All ticket holders will be assigned seats according to: • Your concert series of choice; • Date of postmark or telephone order; and • Level of support.

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Make a tax-deductible contribution with your ticket order to support HHSO programs.

You may choose a series of nine, six, or three concerts from any of the Orchestra Series performance dates.

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ORCHESTRA SERIES TICKET INFORMATION

All of the benefits listed above plus Private concert for up to twelve guests at SoundWaves

TICKET CATEGORIES Category A

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Orchestra Rows 1-12

Orchestra Rows 13-19 Balcony All Rows Seats 15-19 Wing Left Rows 3-4 Wing Right Rows 1-5

Wing Left #1 Rows 5-9

Balcony All Rows Seats 1-14 Wing Left Rows 1-2

Wing Left #2 Rows 2-9 Wing Right #1 Rows 6-8 Wing Right #2 Rows 1-8

NINE CONCERTS (Full Subscription) Seat Preference: A $693 B $504 C $207 Choose nine concerts; receive confirmed seats for the season; receive early notification of special events to purchase designated seats.

SIX CONCERT PACKAGE Seat Preference: A $462 B $336 C $138 Choose six concerts; seats determined after full subscription seats have been assigned.

THREE CONCERT PACKAGE Seat Preference: A $231 B $168 C $69 Choose three concerts; seats determined after full and six concert subscription seats have been assigned.

CLASSICAL CONVERSATIONS

In addition to the satisfaction of knowing that their commitment sustains the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, Orchestra Series subscribers enjoy many benefits, including priority seating, discounts off single tickets, and advanced notification of HHSO and HHIPC events.

All HHSO Orchestra Series classical concerts are preceded with a preconcert chat with Maestro Russell, guest conductors, and soloists. These informative, thought-provoking, and engaging presentations open the door to the composers and their music, as well as the personal and professional lives of the performers.

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2024-2025 ORCHESTRA SERIES

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