NRO 2024 Summer Music Festival Program Book

NATIONAL REPERTORY ORCHESTRA

SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL

Elements of Nature

JUNE 22 - AUGUST 10, 2024

Sonny Wiegand

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Riverwalk Center 150 W. Adams Ave.

Open 3 hours prior to start of concerts.

Old Masonic Hall 136 S. Main St.

Open Tuesday-Sunday, 10:00am – 5:00pm

CELL PHONES

Please silence cell phones, alarms, and notifications/alerts during the concert.

RECORDING & PHOTOGRAPHY

Audience video cameras and other recording devices are strictly prohibited. Concerts may incorporate professional video and/ or photography approved by the NRO. By attending NRO performances, you agree that you may be photographed, filmed, or otherwise recorded for use in marketing and/or promotional materials. No flash photography.

ENHANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE

Scan the QR codes found on our performance pages to get detailed program and conductor notes.

Photography by Elaine Collins, Jenny Cvek, Joshua Geurink, Nat Hickman, and Joe Kusumoto.

Welcome to the NRO

WELCOME LETTER: NRO BOARD PRESIDENT

Welcome to the 2024 NRO Summer Music Festival! We are pleased and excited to bring you this summer’s season, an eclectic mix of classical and pop repertoire, designed to delight a wide variety of musical tastes while honing the skills of our visiting musicians.

Our orchestra this year hails from many parts of the country as well as international locations. Auditioning, selecting, and seating the orchestra required the combined efforts of our Music Director, Michael Stern; Music Director Laureate, Carl Topilow; and dedicated NRO staff, led by CEO Dave DePeters.

In addition to the work leading up to the excitement of opening night, there is the continued engagement of all the parties named above, plus our stellar roster of guest conductors, venue support staff, volunteers, technicians, and summer interns. Finally, the essential element: the audience gathered to share the experience of live performances in any of the several locations where the NRO will be performing throughout the summer.

As always, we are deeply appreciative of our many partners, donors, and sponsors here in Summit County and beyond. These partnerships are essential to our ability to sustain NRO programs year after year, to the benefit of the visiting musicians and the community at large.

Meanwhile, behind the scenes, other work continues. For example, the Summit County Music Lesson Scholarship program delivers private instrumental instruction to local students at no cost, in partnership with public school music programs from middle school and up. Also, behind the scenes, the NRO Board of Trustees works to sustain and advance the NRO’s mission, ensuring that the future remains as vibrant as the present.

We look forward to the promise of this summer’s season, and to sharing that experience with all of you. Enjoy the music!

Pam Piper Yeung NRO Board of Trustees President

WELCOME LETTER: MAYOR OF BRECKENRIDGE

Hello! Welcome to the Town of Breckenridge and the National Repertory Orchestra.

The Town of Breckenridge is incredibly lucky to have the NRO in residence. Since their move to Breckenridge in 1993, the NRO has become a centerpiece of the community. The NRO attracts the country’s most talented young musicians for a residency filled with a full concert season and training to help them succeed as professional musicians. They will go on to perform in major orchestras around the world and become ambassadors for Breckenridge.

Breckenridge is primarily known as a ski/snowboarding town, but those who have spent time here know we have much more to offer. We are extremely proud of the arts and cultural scene here in Breckenridge and we aim to wow and entertain even the most cultured critic! The Breckenridge Backstage Theater offers a variety of musicals, comedies and dramas with stunning sets and large casts; Breck Create’s Art District classes range from learning to make jewelry, to mastering glass work, painting, ceramics, and printmaking; Breckenridge History offers tours of our prized historic district as well as several interesting historic museums around town; and, Breckenridge Film offers the latest movies at our classic theater in the heart of downtown.

Despite being a small, intimate community, we are also known for our delectable dining options, excellent shopping, and our trail system. Over 60 miles of in-town trails lead to hundreds of miles of county trails. We also have an excellent town/county bike path for roadies and E-bike enthusiasts. Breckenridge has no shortage of ways to enjoy the outdoors.

However, we are nothing without our people; Our people are passionate, driven and consistently make Breckenridge the town it is today. We welcome everyone with open arms and would love to share our beautiful town with you.

I hope Breckenridge can be your new home away from home and that you indulge in everything we have to offer. Thank you for your support of our town and the NRO season.

Kelly Owens Mayor, Town of Breckenridge

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About the NRO

The National Repertory Orchestra provides life-changing experiences to aspiring professional musicians, preparing them to shape the future of classical music. We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to education. Through diverse programming—including orchestral performances, education programs, and community engagement initiatives— the NRO nurtures connections and enriches lives through the transformative power of music.

The NRO is honored to reside in the beautiful and historic ski town of Breckenridge, Colorado, and proud to celebrate over 60 years educating the next generation of classical musicians with our prestigious, tuition-free program. At the acclaimed Summer Music Festival, 80 talented musicians are selected to perform more repertoire than any other festival of its kind. These orchestral performances showcase the culmination of the musicians’ training, while initiatives like local music scholarships and programs for youth extend the NRO’s dedication to education. During the Festival season, led by Music Director Michael Stern and joined by world-renowned guest conductors, the NRO performs 18 concerts and over 85 free events in Summit County and throughout Colorado.

The NRO prepares and empowers its participants for professional careers and fosters a legacy of music leadership. Our alumni can be found in major orchestras around the world and have taken on influential roles throughout the classical music industry.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Pam Piper Yeung, President

Johanna Gibbs, Vice President

Anne Mills, Treasurer

Debra Fox, Secretary

Samuel Bufford

John Landon

Patrice Lara

Rob Miles

Julia Metzger

Keaton Morrison

Rick Poppe

Sally Queen

Beth Steele

Emily Wahl

Stephen Worrall

ABOUT THE COVER

The watercolor featured on the cover has been specially commissioned from Breckenridge-based artist and NRO Board Member Emily Wahl. This piece, “Nature’s Melody,” reflects our Summer Music Festival theme “Elements of Nature.” Emily is a member of the Summit County Arts Council and displays her work at the Arts Alive Gallery in Breckenridge. She is a past board member and an active member of Women of Watercolor. She teaches workshops at the Breckenridge Arts District.

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SUSTAINERS

Paul Finkel, Chair

Carlie and Terry Barnhart

Michael Altenberg* and Libby Bortz

Ann Brewster

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Geraldine Cohen

M.A. Deen

Robert and Nancy* Follett

Nancy and Tom* French

Annette and Gerry Fricke

Pamela and Reggie Gray

Robin Hadley

Annette and Ken Hallock

Joan Manley Houlton

Patrice and Ron Lara

Sandra Mortensen

Ann and Tom Rader

Barbara Strauss

Kate and James* Taucher

Barbara and Mark Vonderheid

Lou Wagner

Pam and Sonny Wiegand

Dr. Glen and Bobbie Zelkind

*Deceased

OUR MISSION

The National Repertory Orchestra is a preeminent intensive summer music festival developing diverse, thoughtful, and socially conscious musicians through experiential learning. We inspire young musicians to be great leaders in their communities while Changing Lives Through Music!

SUMMER STAFF

SUMMER FELLOWS

Brenden Connelly Library Fellow

Steven Halpner CEO Fellow

Talor Marren Community Engagement Fellow

Joseph Mestas Development Fellow

Jack O’Nan Recording & Production Fellow

Christian Roessler Marketing Fellow

CEO

Åsa Armstrong Director of Development

Dan Howard Director of Operations & Education

Kelly Sanders Director of Administration & Community Relations

Lauren Morrow Event & Community Link Coordinator

Christin Maguire Director of Marketing

Jay Good Interim Director of Operations & Education

Eric Anderson Orchestra Manager

Carrie White Carder Principal Librarian

Hannah Shepard Production Manager

Jack Arman Stage Manager Zander Bacon Assistant Production Manager

Brittney Geurink Development Coordinator

Tyler Jenkins Recording Engineer

Oscar Lewis Assistant Librarian

Megan Martin Community Engagement Manager

Virginia Shingleton Artist Liaison Fellow

Adam Sorley Recording & Production Fellow

Gabby Vivona Personnel Fellow

Awards of Excellence

MICHAEL ALTENBERG LEADERSHIP AWARD

In honor of those individuals who have demonstrated exceptional foresight, fortitude, and dedication to the NRO’s mission. The recipient sets a standard of patronage, volunteerism, and financial support that few have achieved.

John Stafford

John retired to Breckenridge in 2010 after an international Finance career with a global consumer products company. Introduced to the NRO by Sustainers Pam and Reggie Gray, John joined the Board of Trustees and later was elected Treasurer. He resigned from the Board in 2021 when he and his wife Connie relocated to Eagle, CO. The NRO requested John’s involvement in their strategic planning process in late 2023, and he has enthusiastically re-engaged with the NRO on critical strategic and financial matters, leading several pivotal initiatives to solidify the financial stature of the organization.

OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD

Given annually to an individual, couple, or organization that demonstrates long-term exemplary support, not only of the NRO but many Summit County non-profit organizations.

Alpine Bank

The NRO is a well-run, highly effective non-profit that is making a major impact in our community. Alpine Bank is happy to support the NRO through our “Arts” loyalty debit card program with help from our amazing customers. According to the National Institutes of Health “Classical music, in general, has many benefits including the reduction in anxiety and depression.” So why does Alpine Bank support the NRO? Because making our communities healthier and better is just what we do. It’s that simple.

ROBIN HADLEY PHILANTHROPY AWARD

In recognition of the unparalleled financial support of the NRO and other arts and cultural organizations in Summit County.

Joan Manley Houlton

Joan Manley Houlton was delighted to welcome the NRO to Keystone in 1986, where their performances were hosted in a humble tent. Over the years, Joan graciously opened her Keystone home to host fundraisers that have played a vital role in furthering the NRO’s mission. Her unwavering dedication as an NRO Sustainer has touched the lives of countless music enthusiasts, enriching their experiences through her support. At 91 years young, Joan continues to inspire us all with her passion and commitment. Her presence at nearly every NRO concert, across various venues, is a true testament to her love for music and the NRO community.

OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEERS OF THE YEAR AWARD

In recognition of outstanding service, dedication, and support of the NRO.

Don and Jeanette Hansen

Don and Jeanette have been part of the NRO volunteer community for over two decades. Their journey with the NRO began in 1995 when they relocated to Summit County. Just two months later, they received a nudge from Nancy Macey, a Board of Trustees member, to join as ushers. Since then, Don and Jeanette have become lead ushers and continue to dedicate their time and energy in various capacities. Their commitment goes beyond volunteering; it is about building connections and creating memorable experiences. Through their service, they have forged lasting friendships within the NRO family while enjoying unforgettable concerts and events that have enriched their lives.

Season Calendar

JUNE

PORCH SERIES ◆ 1:30pm | BAR | pg. 19

JULY

NRO ON THE LAKE ◆ 6:30pm | DA | pg. 30

PORCH SERIES ◆ 1:30pm | BAR | pg. 19

SECTIONAL: WOODWINDS ◆ 1:30pm | RWC | pg. 15

SECTIONAL: UPPER STRINGS ◆ 3:30pm | RWC | pg. 15

CE SEMINAR ◆

4:00pm | RWC | pg. 15

FILM: MAESTRA & MEET THE CONDUCTORS 7:00pm | ET

SECTIONAL: STRINGS ◆ 1:30pm | RWC | pg. 15

MASTERCLASS: SCORE STUDY & PREPARATION ◆ 4:00pm | RWC | pg. 15

ALUMNI STRING QUARTET - ESTES PARK RESIDENCY

FREE FAMILY & KIDS CONCERT ◆ 9:30am crafts, 10:30am music | RWC | pg. 26

SYMPHONY IN THE STREETS ◆ 11:30am-7:00pm | various | pg. 19

MASTERCLASS: CHAMBER MUSIC ◆ 1:30pm | RWC | pg. 15

LIGHT, FIRE, AND WATER 6:00pm | RWC | pg. 34

SECTIONAL: BRASS ◆ 1:30pm | RWC | pg. 15

PORCH SERIES ◆ 1:30pm | BAR | pg. 19

CHAMPAGNE SERIES 11:00am | PR | pg. 23

TICKETS

PORCH SERIES ◆ 1:30pm | BAR | pg. 19

MASTERCLASS: CAREER AS COMPOSER & CONDUCTOR ◆ 4:00pm | RWC | pg. 15

POP-UP CONCERT ◆ 1:00pm | FG | pg. 19

CHAMBER CONCERT ◆ 6:00pm | RWC | pg. 38

RAVEL'S BOLERO 6:00pm | RWC | pg. 42

CANELLAKIS CONDUCTS BRAHMS AND WAGNER 6:00pm | RWC | pg. 48

THE PLANETS 6:00pm | RWC | pg. 54

THURSDAY SATURDAY FRIDAY

SECTIONAL: WOODWINDS ◆ 1:30pm | RWC | pg. 15

SECTIONAL: BRASS ◆ 1:30pm | RWC | pg. 15

CHAMPAGNE SERIES 4:00pm | PR | pg. 23

ALUMNI STRING QUARTET - ESTES PARK RESIDENCY

MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS ◆ 1:30pm | BRP | pg. 19

SECTIONAL: PERCUSSION ◆ 3:30pm | RWC | pg. 15

FOURTH OF JULY SPECTACULAR ◆

10:00am | RP | pg. 32

FOURTH OF JULY SPECTACULAR 6:00pm | RWC | pg. 32

LIBRARY VISITS

10:30am | BSBL | pg. 13

1:30pm | FMBL | pg. 13

3:30pm | SNBL | pg. 13

SECTIONAL: LOW STRINGS ◆ 1:00pm | RWC | pg. 15

CHAMPAGNE SERIES 4:00pm | PR | pg. 23

OPENING NIGHT: SLATKIN RETURNS 6:00pm | RWC | pg. 24

VENUE KEY

STERN CONDUCTS TCHAIKOVSKY 6:00pm | RWC | pg. 28

TOPILOW POPS! 6:00pm | RWC | pg. 33

STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE IN CONCERT 2:00pm & 7:30pm | RWC | pg. 37

BAR Breckenridge Associates Real Estate

BFM Barney Ford Museum

BRP Blue River Plaza

BSBL Breckenridge South Branch Library

DA Dillon Amphitheater

ET Eclipse Theater

FG Frisco Gazebo

FMBL Frisco Main Branch Library

GRFA Gerald R. Ford

Amphitheater, Vail

KC King Center, Denver

PR Private Residence

RP Rainbow Park, Silverthorne

RWC Riverwalk Center

SNBL Silverthorne North Branch Library

SUMMIT SENIORS PERFORMANCE ◆ 6:00pm | SSC

AUGUST

MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS ◆ 1:30pm | BRP | pg. 19

BEETHOVEN'S PASTORALE 6:00pm | RWC | pg. 40

BEETHOVEN'S PASTORALE 7:00pm | KC | pg. 41

SSC Summit County Community & Senior Center

MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS ◆ 1:30pm | BFM | pg. 19

VAIL DANCE FESTIVAL: OPENING NIGHT 7:30pm | GRFA | pg. 45

BRITTEN'S STORM AND TCHAIKOVSKY'S STRINGS 6:00pm | RWC | pg. 46

ROBERT MOODY CONDUCTS SIBELIUS 6:00pm | RWC | pg. 50

JOIN US AT AN OPEN REHEARSAL!

Most NRO rehearsals at the Riverwalk Center are free and open to the public! Scan to view the full schedule of this summer’s open rehearsals.

NRO FINALE: STRAUSS ALPINE SYMPHONY 6:00pm | RWC | pg. 58

LEARN MORE & BUY SEASON PASSES, TICKET BUNDLES, AND INDIVIDUAL TICKETS ONLINE AT NROMUSIC.ORG OR BY CALLING (970) 547-3100.

Education Programs

The National Repertory Orchestra is passionate about fostering artistic growth and enabling aspiring musicians to access music education. With music as the lens, the NRO focuses on the connections between us and our world through meaningful and collaborative programs.

At its core, the NRO is an education organization, and we are proud to celebrate over 60 years educating the next generation of classical musicians with our prestigious, tuition-free program.

The NRO also provides workshops, masterclasses, and school programs to educate students of all ages about classical music, orchestral instruments, and the importance of music education.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR EDUCATION PROGRAMS, INCLUDING DATES AND HOW TO APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS, VISIT NROMUSIC.ORG.

I cannot say enough of this wonderful program for talented young adults in our county. Please support the NRO and all of their initiatives in every way you can. The work they do makes our community culturally rich through the love and passion of music.”

-

ELSA, MOTHER OF SCMLS RECIPIENT

MASTERCLASSES & SECTIONALS

The NRO’s commitment to experiential learning is brought to life through a series of masterclasses and sectionals, taught by industry experts, that help our musicians grow as professionals. These events are free of charge and open to the public. (see page 15)

SUMMIT COUNTY MUSIC LESSON SCHOLARSHIPS

The NRO supports young music scholars by providing the needs-based Music Lesson Scholarship for students in Summit County, Colorado. Beneficiaries of this program receive private instruction on the instrument of their choice.

INSTRUMENT PETTING ZOO

We bring a collection of instruments for people of all ages to interact with, hold, and play, all with the expert guidance of our NRO staff. We seek to ignite curiosity, and help individuals discover and develop a lifelong appreciation for music.

LIBRARY & CLASSROOM ENGAGEMENT

The NRO Alumni String Quartet visit local libraries and preschools throughout Summit County and beyond to help reinforce reading fundamentals with music as their guide. The library performances allow all members of the community better access to highquality music.

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Each year the NRO grants one scholarship to a graduating seniors of Summit High School who are planning to pursue a degree in the field of Arts or Arts Administration. Fields of study may include, but are not limited to, music, dance, theater, film, visual and/or multimedia arts. Primary emphasis is placed on career goals with a focus on students from low socio-economic backgrounds who may also be experiencing other forms of educational disadvantage which make it difficult to achieve their educational goals.

Masterclasses & Sectionals

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SEMINAR

JUNE 18 | 4:00PM

Alumni String Quartet: Julius Adams, viola; Luis Angel Salazar Avila, violin; Sarah Elert, violin; Jessamyn Fry, cello

SECTIONAL: STRINGS

JUNE 19 | 1:30PM

Conductor Leonard Slatkin (pg. 63)

MASTERCLASS: SCORE

STUDY & PREPARATION

JUNE 19 | 4:00PM

Conductor Leonard Slatkin (pg. 63)

MASTERCLASS: CHAMBER MUSIC

JULY 2 | 1:30PM

Si-Yan Darren Li, Associate Dean of Ensembles at the Cleveland Institute of Music

SECTIONAL: WOODWINDS

JULY 8 | 1:30PM

Ricardo Morales, Principal Clarinet with the Philadelphia Orchestra

SECTIONAL: UPPER STRINGS

JULY 8 | 3:30PM

Dara Morales, Assistant Principal Second Violin with the Philadelphia Orchestra

SECTIONAL: WOODWINDS

JUNE 20 | 1:30PM

Conductor Leonard Slatkin (pg. 63)

SECTIONAL: BRASS

JUNE 21 | 1:30PM

Conductor Leonard Slatkin (pg. 63)

SECTIONAL: PERCUSSION

JUNE 27 | 3:30PM

Rob O'Brien, Assistant Principal Timpani and Percussion with the Dallas Symphony

SECTIONAL: LOW STRINGS

JULY 18 | 1:00PM

Timothy Cobb, Principal Bass with the New York Philharmonic

SECTIONAL: BRASS

JULY 22 | 1:30PM

Ethan Bensdorf, trumpet with the New York Philharmonic

MASTERCLASS: CAREER AS A COMPOSER & CONDUCTOR

JULY 23 | 4:00PM

Conductor Matthias Pintscher (pg. 62)

ALL MASTERCLASSES & SECTIONALS TAKE PLACE AT THE RIVERWALK CENTER AND ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

Community Link

Community Link is the National Repertory Orchestra’s volunteer initiative, a team of extraordinary individuals who are essential to achieving and amplifying the organization’s mission. Through the NRO’s Community Link program, volunteers offer their talents and time in a myriad of ways like assisting guests at rehearsals and concerts, creating home-cooked weekly dinners, and acting as hosts/guides to our summer staff and fellows.

As a token of our appreciation, we provide Community Link volunteers with a variety of perks and benefits including appreciation events, concert ticket discounts, and NRO swag.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH THE NRO, CONTACT LAUREN MORROW AT LAUREN@NROMUSIC.ORG.

ADOPT A RIVER

New in 2024, the NRO has adopted the Blue River corridor between Watson Avenue and the dredge boat! Join us in picking up trash to maintain the pristine beauty of the pedestrian path in the heart of Breckenridge.

BIKE DISTRIBUTION

Volunteers play a pivotal role in tuning and distributing bikes to musician and admin fellows, supporting the town's mobility and sustainability initiatives.

HOSTS

Our hosts extend a warm Summit County welcome to musician and admin fellows, offering meals, practice spaces, and engaging activities like hiking and biking.

REHEARSAL DOCENTS

Rehearsal docents warmly welcome all attendees during NRO rehearsals, answering questions, distributing information, and creating a friendly atmosphere.

CONCERT USHERS

Concert ushers welcome NRO patrons to the Riverwalk Center, providing assistance, information, and guiding them to their seats, enhancing the overall concert experience.

HOUSING PREPARATION

We facilitate a smooth transition for summer staff and fellows by helping set up apartments with essential kitchen, bath, and bedroom items.

WEEKLY DINNER

Make a difference by volunteering to help prepare, serve, and clean up after dinner at St. John's Episcopal Church to support our summer staff and fellows.

Free Community Engagement Events

During their summer fellowship, the NRO musicians take part in our Community Engagement program, animating Summit County with engaging and free performances in neighborhoods, parks, plazas, libraries, and classrooms.

For symphony orchestras to survive and thrive, musicians need to be advocates for classical music in all aspects of life, especially by being active and present in their communities.

The NRO’s free Community Engagement events are designed to connect musicians with our local community beyond the traditional concert setting. Community Engagement events make classical music accessible to a broader audience, and build strong, lasting relationships between the orchestra and the community it serves.

NRO’s community engagement events bring residents and visitors together, offering free, live music experiences in iconic Summit County locations.”

- MEGAN MARTIN, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT MANANGER

MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS

The NRO loves making Music in the Mountains! This series brings our world-class musicians into spaces popular with residents and visitors alike, combining the breathtaking beauty of Breckenridge’s natural surroundings with the transcendent power of live music.

PORCH SERIES

Breckenridge Associates Real Estate is a longtime partner of the NRO with a beautiful historic building on Main Street. We celebrate our partnership with live music right on their front porch. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy wonderful music in the heart of our lovely town.

POP-UP CONCERTS

In partnership with various organizations across Summit County, the NRO holds free pop-up concerts in public spaces throughout Frisco, Dillon, and Silverthorne.

SYMPHONY IN THE STREETS

Symphony in the Streets is a vibrant, day-long celebration that will transform Breckenridge into a sprawling outdoor musical venue on July 2, with ensembles from the NRO orchestra serenading audiences in parks and beloved locations across the town throughout the day:

11:30 AM Trollstigen Troll

1:00 PM Blue River Plaza

2:30 PM Prospector Park

4:00 PM Arts District

6:00 PM Main Street Station

OPEN REHEARSALS

Experience first-hand how the conductors and musicians prepare for upcoming concerts at one of our Open Rehearsals, free and open to the public. You are invited to watch— and listen—as the music comes together in preparation for our performances at the Riverwalk Center in Breckenridge.

VIEW THE CALENDAR OF FREE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENTS ON PAGES 10-11 OR AT NROMUSIC.ORG.

Champagne Series

Join us for our Champagne Series concerts and deepen your appreciation for music.

These intimate chamber performances take place in stunning private homes creating an ambiance that is both elegant and inviting. Attending these performances is not only a feast for the senses but also an opportunity to support the arts. Funds raised help support music education.

POPPE/EDWARDS

RESIDENCE

Corinthian Hill, Dillon

4:00PM – 7:00PM

Alex Greenbaum, cello

Elizabeth Hainan, harp

Kate Hatmaker, violin

CARVER RESIDENCE

Willowbrook, Silverthorne

4:00PM – 7:00PM

NRO Wind Quintet

MILES RESIDENCE

Highlands, Breckenridge

4:00PM – 7:00PM

NRO Alumni String Quartet

TROWBRIDGE RESIDENCE

Highlands, Breckenridge 11:00AM – 2:00PM

NRO Brass Quintet

TICKETS: $125 PER PERFORMANCE. SPACE IS LIMITED. RESERVE YOUR SPACE TODAY ONLINE OR BY EMAILING KELLY SANDERS, KELLY@NROMUSIC.ORG.

22 x 6:00PM

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Opening Night: Slatkin Returns

FEATURING

Leonard Slatkin, conductor (pg. 63)

Solveig Geenen, violin (pg. 70)

ON THE PROGRAM

Bedřich Smetana (1824-1884)

Vltava: The Moldau

Zoltán Kodály (1882-1967)

Variations on a Hungarian Folksong (The Peacock)

I. Con brio

II. [No tempo indicated]

III. Più mosso

IV. Poco calmato

V. Appassionato

VI. Tempo (calmato)

VII. Vivo

VIII. Più vivo

IX. [No tempo indicated]

X. Molto vivo

XI. Andante expressivo

XII. Adagio

XIII. Tempo di marcia funebre

XIV. Andante; tempo rubato

XV. Allegro giocoso

XVI. Maestoso

XVII. Finale

INTERMISSION

Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958)

The Lark Ascending

Solveig Geenen, violin

Paul Hindemith (1895-1963)

Symphonic Metamorphosis of Themes by Carl Maria von Weber

I. Allegro

II. Scherzo (Turandot)

III. Andantino

IV. Marsch

Peacock and Peacock Butterfly, Archibald Thorburn (1917)

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Smetana’s Vltava (The Moldau), part of his cycle “Má vlast,” is a symphonic poem that depicts the journey of the Vltava River through the Czech countryside. Composed in 1874, the piece begins with a gentle, rippling motif representing the river’s source. As the music unfolds, the river grows, flowing through forests and meadows, past castles and villages. The piece captures various scenes along the river’s course, including a jubilant hunt, a rustic wedding, and the majestic flow of the river under the moonlight. Smetana’s masterful orchestration and use of thematic development create a vivid, musical portrayal of the natural landscape and the river’s integral role in Czech culture and history.

Kodály’s “Variations on a Hungarian Folksong,” also known as “The Peacock,” composed in 1939, draws on the rich tradition of Hungarian folk music. The work is based on the folk song “Fly, Peacock, Fly,” which symbolizes freedom and the yearning for liberation. Kodály’s variations explore different aspects of the folk tune, transforming it through a series of contrasting moods and orchestral colors. The piece evokes the Hungarian countryside, with its rolling hills and vibrant communities. Kodály’s use of traditional melodies and rhythms reflects the deep connection between the natural landscape and cultural identity, highlighting the enduring power of nature and heritage in shaping national consciousness.

Williams’ The Lark Ascending, composed in 1914 and later revised in 1920, is a lyrical, pastoral work that celebrates the beauty of the English countryside. Inspired by George Meredith’s poem of the same name, the piece features a solo violin that represents the lark, soaring and fluttering above serene orchestral textures. The violin’s ethereal, bird-like melodies capture the lark’s ascent into the sky, evoking a sense of freedom and transcendence. Williams’ lush harmonies and delicate orchestration create a soundscape that mirrors

the tranquility and majesty of nature, allowing listeners to experience the gentle, uplifting spirit of the countryside.

Hindemith’s Symphonic Metamorphosis of Themes by Carl Maria von Weber, composed in 1943, transforms Weber’s original themes into a dynamic orchestral suite. While not explicitly programmatic, Hindemith’s metamorphosis can be seen as reflecting the transformative power of nature. The piece’s four movements each take a different Weber theme and reimagine it with bold, inventive orchestration and rhythmic drive. The second movement, “Turandot Scherzo,” with its exotic scales and energetic rhythms, evokes a vibrant, bustling natural world. The final movement, a lively march, captures the relentless forward motion and ever-changing character of nature. Hindemith’s work celebrates the idea of transformation and renewal, central themes in the natural world.

Scan to read expanded program notes and composer features.

IN RECOGNITION AND GRATITUDE OF TONIGHT’S SPONSOR & UNDERWRITERS

CONCERT SPONSOR

Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center

SEASON UNDERWRITERS

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

SERIES UNDERWRITERS

Mark Addison

Ann Brewster

M.A. Deen

Annette and Ken Hallock

Patrice and Ron Lara

Pat and Steve Larson

Helen Lemay

Samuel L. Bufford and Julia Metzger

Janet and Rob Miles

Michael Molloy

Dave Pfeifle

Sally and Bruce Queen

Debra Fox and Dr. Jules Rosen

Juliet Whitcomb and Elliot Schrage

Alan and Kathy Sonnanstine

Michael Stern

CONCERT UNDERWRITER

Joanne Masica

x 9:30AM CRAFTS

x 10:30AM MUSIC

Q RIVERWALK CENTER

Free Family and Kids Concert

FEATURING

Jason Seber, conductor (pg. 62)

Winners of the Yamaha Piano Competition

Natalie Ouyang, piano

Bruce Duong, piano

ON THE PROGRAM

Carlos Chávez (1899-1978) Toccata

III. Allegro un poco marziale

Paul Dukas (1865-1935) Fanfare to La Péri

John Williams (b. 1932)

“Nimbus 2000” from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone

Edvard Grieg (1843-1907)

“From Holberg’s Time” Op. 40 (Suite in Olden Style)

I. Praeludium

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)

Piano Concerto No. 19 in F major, K. 459

Natalie Ouyang, piano

I. Allegro

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)

Piano Concerto No. 9 in E-flat major, K. 271

Bruce Duong, piano

I. Allegro

Benjamin Britten (1913-1976)

Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra, op.34 (Variations and Fugue on a Theme of Purcell)

Theme: Allegro maestoso e largamente

Variation A (flutes and piccolo): Presto

Variation B (oboes): Lento

Variation C (clarinets): Moderato

Variation D (bassoons): Allegro alla marcia

Variation E (violins): Brillante - Alla polacca

Variation F (violas): Meno mosso

Variation G (cellos): [L’istesso tempo]

Variation H (basses): Comminciando lento ma poco a poco accelerando al Allegro

Variation I (harp): Maestoso

Variation J (horns): L’istesso tempo

Variation K (trumpets): Vivace

Variation L (trombones): Allegro pomposo

Variation M (percussion): Moderato

Fugue: Allegro molto

Composition 8, Vasily Kadinsky (1923)

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The NRO is proud to continue the long-standing tradition of free performances for our young at heart. Conductor (and Alum) Jason Seber has chosen music that features each section of the orchestra, with an overarching theme, “Piece by Piece: Putting Together the Orchestra.”

Dukas’ Fanfare to La Peri is like a magical trumpet call that takes you on a fairy tale adventure! Imagine yourself in a royal castle, surrounded by brave knights and beautiful princesses, as the majestic melodies of the orchestra fill the air with regal splendor.

Williams’ Nimbus 2000, composed for the 2001 film Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, beautifully enriches the magical world of Hogwarts with its whimsical and enchanting score. Transport yourself to the wizarding world as Williams’ iconic score takes you on Harry Potter’s exhilarating journey soaring astride a musical Nimbus 2000 broomstick.

Grieg’s Holberg Suite is a wonderful introduction to classical music for children. Each movement tells a different story and paints a different picture with its music, allowing the audience to use their imagination and creativity to interpret and enjoy the music in their own unique way.

Britten’s Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra is like a tour of a musical playground. It shows you all the different instruments in the orchestra, from the booming drums to the twinkling flutes.

Join us before the music starts, at 9:30am, to partake in an arts and crafts hour provided by Frosted Flamingo! This year we will be making washer wind chimes and musical sensory jars.

YAMAHA

PIANO CONTEST

WINNERS

Classical Pianos Denver began hosting the Yamaha Piano Competition in 1988. Since then, hundreds of young piano players have gotten their start on a globally significant musical journey. The National Repertory Orchestra is honored to host 4 of this year’s winners in a pair of concerts this summer in Breckenridge.

Bruce Duong

Bruce started learning to play piano at Forte Academy of Music and eventually studied with Mrs. June Haun. With his passion and love of music, in addition to his present teacher’s mindful cultivation, he has matured on his artistic temperament. He has a very supportive and playful family, especially his mother, which provides him a very pleasant environment for growth in music. He enjoys playing duets with his older brother who is a violinist, and performing acts with his younger brother. He has participated and won various rewards with Schmitt Music of Denver, Yamaha Piano Competition and Colorado State Rising Star Festival throughout the years. He is currently attending Montessori Peaks Academy elementary school in Littleton, Colorado and would love to join the School of Art in Denver.

Natalie Ouyang

Natalie has been studying piano since the age of 4 with Ms. Jasmine Steadman. She has participated in numerous competitions including being the youngest 1st place winner of Yamaha Piano Competition Advanced Competitive Division I in 2024, and will be a featured pianist with NRO in Breckenridge this summer. She was also placed 3rd in XV Chopin International Piano Competition in Hartford, CT 2024, 10 year old and under division as one of the youngest contestants. 1st place at CSMTA Rising Star Competition Lower Elementary Division in 2023, 1st place winner at Yamaha Piano Competition Advanced Division I, 2nd place at Schmitt Music Competition Advanced Division I, 1st place winner at Yamaha Competition Competitive Division I in 2022, 2nd place at Schmitt Music Competition Competitive Division I. She is also the youngest member of Musicians United for Change.

IN RECOGNITION AND GRATITUDE OF TODAY’S SPONSORS & UNDERWRITERS

CONCERT SPONSORS

Alpine Bank

Breckenridge Grand Vacations

SEASON UNDERWRITERS

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

SERIES UNDERWRITERS

Sharon Magness Blake and Ernie

Blake

Libby Bortz

Steve Corneillier

Nancy French

Reggie and Pamela Gray Family

Beverley McArthur

Sandra Mortensen

Tom and Emily Wahl

Suzy Iliff Witzler

CONCERT UNDERWRITER

Newman’s Own Foundation

29

x 6:00PM

Q RIVERWALK CENTER

Stern Conducts Tchaikovksy

FEATURING

Michael Stern, conductor (pg. 60)

William Thain, violin (pg. 70)

ON THE PROGRAM

Jean Sibelius (1865-1957)

The Oceanides, Op. 73

Gustav Mahler (1860-1911)

“What the Flowers in the Meadow Tell Me” (Symphony No. 3, Mvt II)

Sergei Prokofiev (1891-1953)

Violin Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Op. 63

William Thain, violin

I. Allegro moderato

II. Andante assai

III. Allegro, ben marcato

INTERMISSION

Piotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893)

Symphony No. 2, in C minor, Op. 17 “Little Russian”

I. Andante sostenuto – Allegro vivo

II. Andantino marziale, quasi moderato

III. Scherzo. Allegro molto vivace

IV. Finale. Moderato assai – Allegro vivo

SPECIAL RECOGNITION

Outstanding Volunteers of the Year Award: Don and Jeanette Hansen (pg. 8)

NRO Sustainer’s Evening

Cottage Garden, Gustav Klimt (c.1905)

The Oceanides, Gustave Doré (c. 1860)

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

“Sibelius’s The Oceanides is a tone poem that transports listeners to the vast expanse of the sea. Composed in 1914, it captures the majestic beauty and ever-changing moods of the ocean. The music begins with undulating waves of strings and winds, creating a sense of fluidity and movement. As the piece unfolds, the orchestra swells with powerful crescendos, evoking the raw power and grandeur of the sea. Yet amidst the drama, there are moments of serene tranquility, where shimmering harmonies and delicate motifs paint a picture of calm waters and sun-drenched horizons. Through its evocative melodies and rich orchestration, The Oceanides invites listeners to embark on a musical journey through the depths of the ocean’s mysteries.

Mahler’s song “What the Flowers in the Meadow Tell Me” is a poignant reflection on the beauty of nature and the passage of time. Part of his song cycle “Songs of a Wayfarer,” composed in 1884, it explores themes of love, loss, and the transient nature of existence. The music unfolds with a sense of gentle melancholy, as Mahler’s emotive melodies are woven together with lush orchestration. Through its tender lyrics and poignant harmonies, “What the Flowers in the Meadow Tell Me” invites listeners to contemplate the fleeting beauty of life and find solace in the timeless cycles of nature.

Prokofiev’s Violin Concerto No. 2 is a thrilling showcase of virtuosity and emotion. Composed in 1935, it pushes the boundaries of the violin repertoire with its innovative harmonies and intricate rhythms. The concerto opens with a bold and assertive theme, introduced by the solo violin against a backdrop of pulsating orchestral accompaniment. From there, it unfolds in a series of contrasting movements, each one showcasing Prokofiev’s remarkable skill as a composer. Throughout the concerto, Prokofiev’s inventive harmonies and dynamic contrasts create a sense of drama and intensity, drawing listeners into a world of passion and excitement.

Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 2, also known as the “Little Russian” Symphony, is a vibrant celebration of Ukrainian folk music and culture. Composed in 1872, it brims with energy and vitality, capturing the spirit of traditional Ukrainian melodies and dances. The symphony opens with a triumphant fanfare, introducing a lively folk theme that forms the basis of the entire piece. From there, Tchaikovsky weaves together a series of vibrant motifs and colorful orchestrations, evoking the sights and sounds of the Ukrainian countryside. Throughout the symphony, Tchaikovsky’s gift for melody and orchestration shines through, creating a rich and evocative musical landscape that transports listeners to the heart of Ukraine’s vibrant folk traditions.

Scan to read expanded program notes and composer features.

IN RECOGNITION AND GRATITUDE OF TONIGHT’S SPONSOR & UNDERWRITERS

CONCERT SPONSOR

Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center

SEASON UNDERWRITERS

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

SERIES UNDERWRITERS

Mark Addison

Ann Brewster

M.A. Deen

Annette and Ken Hallock

Patrice and Ron Lara

Pat and Steve Larson

Helen Lemay

Samuel L. Bufford and Julia Metzger

Janet and Rob Miles

Michael Molloy

Dave Pfeifle

Sally and Bruce Queen

Debra Fox and Dr. Jules Rosen

Juliet Whitcomb and Elliot Schrage

Alan and Kathy Sonnanstine

Michael Stern

CONCERT UNDERWRITERS

Michael and Marylynn Eipper

x 6:30PM

Q DILLON

AMPHITHEATER

NRO On the Lake

FEATURING

Michael Stern, conductor (pg. 60)

Richard Stinson, trumpet (pg. 80)

Christopher Petrella, trumpet (pg. 79)

Luke Kneller, clarinet

ON THE PROGRAM

Antonín Dvořák (1841-1904)

Carnival Overture, Op. 92, B. 169

Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741)

Concerto for Two Trumpets in C major, RV 537

Richard Stinson, trumpet

Christopher Petrella, trumpet

I. Allegro

II. Largo

III. Allegro

Johannes Brahms (1833-1897)

Hungarian Dance No. 2 in G minor, Allegro molto

Hungarian Dance No. 5 in G minor (arr Parlow), Allegro vivace

Jean Sibelius (1865-1957)

Finlandia, Op. 26

INTERMISSION

Richard Wagner (1813-1883)

Overture to The Flying Dutchman

Adam Schoenberg (b. 1980)

Cool Cat

Gerald Finzi (1901-1956)

Five Bagatelles Op. 23

Luke Kneller, clarinet

I. Prelude: Allegro deciso

IV. Forlana: Allegretto grazioso

V. Fughetta: Allegro vivace

Edvard Grieg (1843-1907)

Suite No. 1 from Peer Gynt, Op. 46

I. Morning

II. Åse’s Death

III. Anitra’s Dance

IV. In the Hall of the Mountain King

Pyotr Ilych Tchaikovsky (1840-1893)

“Dance of the Tumblers”, from The Snow Maiden

Gustav Holst (1874-1934)

“Jupiter” from The Planets

SPECIAL RECOGNITION

NRO Sustainer’s Evening

NRO on the Lake, Dillon Amphitheater

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Experience the NRO in a setting like no other, overlooking the Rocky Mountains on the shore of Lake Dillon. Gates open at 5:30 pm. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket and enjoy this FREE concert!

Check dillonamp.com for updated venue policies.

SPOTLIGHT ON TONIGHT’S GUEST

Luke Kneller

Luke Kneller, 2024 Graduate and former principal clarinet player at Summit High School whose musical journey has taken him from the prestigious Colorado All State Symphonic Band to iconic venues like Carnegie in New York City, the Royal Festival Hall in London England, Sydney Opera House in Australia, and the Musikverein in Vienna Austria. He has participated in countless composition competitions and created many musical masterpieces.

Luke holds a firm belief that music is a powerful form of self expression no matter what style. Ideas of expression and creativity can convey emotions, connect people, and give a sense of individuality. Having grown up playing clarinet and piano, classical, and jazz music is a huge part of his life. One of the earliest things he learned was to make the music his own. By taking inspiration from the world around him, he has developed his own unique performances and compositions.

He has received several notable awards including special recognition from the Colorado House of Representatives, International Performance Achievement Awards, Local and State Symphonic Band Awards as well as Gold Academic Honor Rolls. Kneller stays engaged as an active member of the Summit Community Band with performances across the county at Breckenridge Riverwalk Performing Arts Center, Keystone Resort, Music at the Summit, Jazz at the Summit and more. He has been a featured solo performer for

Because of the NRO’s scholarship support, I will be able to continue to pursue my passion for music. Your generosity has impacted my musical pursuits and has also inspired me to give back to my community. Your philanthropic spirit has shown me the importance of helping others whenever possible. I am committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others, just as you have done for me.”

-LUKE KNELLER

Alpenglow Chamber Music Festival as well as the National Repertory Orchestra.

His dedication to the arts extends beyond performance, as he aspires to major in both Music Education and Music Composition at CU Boulder. Luke Kneller is poised to make a significant contribution to the musical arts.

IN RECOGNITION AND GRATITUDE OF TONIGHT’S SPONSORS & UNDERWRITERS

CONCERT SPONSORS

Alpine Bank

Breckenridge Grand Vacations

Town of Dillon

SEASON UNDERWRITERS

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

SERIES UNDERWRITERS

Mark Addison

Ann Brewster

M.A. Deen

Annette and Ken Hallock

Patrice and Ron Lara

Pat and Steve Larson

Helen Lemay

Samuel L. Bufford and Julia Metzger

Janet and Rob Miles

Michael Molloy

Dave Pfeifle

Sally and Bruce Queen

Debra Fox and Dr. Jules Rosen

Juliet Whitcomb and Elliot Schrage

Alan and Kathy Sonnanstine

Michael Stern

CONCERT UNDERWRITER

Jean DePeters

*Deceased

JUL 4

x 10:00AM

Q RAINBOW PARK

x 6:00PM

Q RIVERWALK CENTER

Fourth of July Spectacular

FEATURING

Carl Topilow, conductor (pg. 63)

ON THE PROGRAM

Program will be announced from the stage

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The day kicks off with a free concert at 10:00am at Rainbow Park in Silverthorne. Arrive early and bring your own lawn chair or blanket. Guests can enjoy free family activities from the Town of Silverthorne and an NRO Instrument Petting Zoo!

We then head back to the Riverwalk Center in Breckenridge for our evening concert. Under the baton of Carl Topilow, the Fourth of July Spectacular radiates with patriotic fervor and musical brilliance. You never know what to expect from the musical mind of Carl Topilow, but you can be assured this fan-favorite concert will inspire and amaze as he leads the orchestra through iconic works that span diverse styles and genres. Throughout the performance, the orchestra shines, and we celebrate the Fourth of July as we always do, with musical fireworks made by the NRO!

IN RECOGNITION AND GRATITUDE OF TONIGHT’S SPONSORS & UNDERWRITERS

CONCERT SPONSORS

Town of Silverthorne, Rainbow Park Concert

Town of Breckenridge, Riverwalk Center Concert

SEASON UNDERWRITERS

Robert and Cynthia Benson Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

SERIES UNDERWRITERS

Sharon Magness Blake and Ernie Blake

Libby Bortz

Steve Corneillier

Nancy French

Reggie and Pamela Gray

Family

Beverley McArthur

Sandra Mortensen

Tom and Emily Wahl

Suzy Iliff Witzler

CONCERT UNDERWRITERS

Steve Corneillier and daughters Brittony and Nicole in memory of Kathleen Corneillier

*Deceased

The Rocket, Edward Middleton Manigault (1909)

Topilow Pops!

FEATURING

Carl Topilow, conductor (pg. 63)

ON THE PROGRAM

Program will be announced from stage

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Expect the unexpected as Carl Topilow— conductor, clarinetist, and consummate showman—puts on his famous Topilow Pops concert! The evening will be an exhilarating and engaging musical experience that brings together a diverse array of popular music genres, with something for everyone to enjoy. The music will feature a lighter and more accessible repertoire, ranging from classical favorites to Broadway hits, film scores, jazz standards, and more—transporting listeners on a musical journey across genres and eras. Topilow’s engaging commentary and anecdotes between pieces create a sense of intimacy and camaraderie, inviting listeners to feel like active participants in the concert experience.

IN RECOGNITION AND GRATITUDE OF TONIGHT’S SPONSOR & UNDERWRITERS

CONCERT SPONSOR

Downstairs at Eric’s

SEASON UNDERWRITERS

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

SERIES UNDERWRITERS

Sharon Magness Blake and Ernie Blake

Libby Bortz

Steve Corneillier

Nancy French

Reggie and Pamela Gray

Family

Beverley McArthur

Sandra Mortensen

Tom and Emily Wahl

Suzy Iliff Witzler

CONCERT UNDERWRITERS

Steve Corneillier and daughters Brittony and Nicole in memory of Kathleen Corneillier

Dr. Glen and Bobbie Zelkind

*Deceased

A Sunday on La Grande Jatte, Georges Seurat (1884)

JUL 10 x 6:00PM

Q RIVERWALK CENTER

Light, Fire, and Water

FEATURING

Michael Stern, conductor (pg. 60)

Sadie Hamrin, violin (pg. 70)

ON THE PROGRAM

Carl Nielsen (1865-1931)

Helios Overture, Op. 17

Jonathan Leshnoff (b. 1973)

Violin Concerto No. 1

Sadie Hamrin, violin

I. Allegro

II. Slow

III. Scherzo

IV. Slow-Fast

V. Elegy

INTERMISSION

Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809)

Symphony No. 59 in A major, Hob.I:59 “Fire Symphony”

I. Presto

II. Andante o più tosto - Allegretto

III. Menuet e Trio

IV. Finale: Allegro

Claude Debussy (1862-1918)

La Mer, L. 109

I. “De l’aube à midi sur la mer”

II. “Jeux de vagues”

III. “Dialogue du vent et de la mer”

TONIGHT’S PARTNERS

This concert benefits Summit County’s First Responders, including: Flight for Life Colorado, Summit County Animal Control & Shelter, Summit County Emergency Services Training Center, Summit County Rescue Group, Summit County Water Rescue Team, and Wildland Firefighter Foundation.

The Ninth Wave, Ivan Aivazovsky (1850)

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Nielsen’s Helios Overture is a radiant and evocative symphonic poem that transports listeners to the sun-drenched shores of ancient Greece. Composed in 1903, it captures the dawn and ascent of the sun, painting a vivid sonic landscape with its shimmering strings, majestic brass fanfares, and sweeping melodies. As the music unfolds, Nielsen’s masterful orchestration evokes the changing hues of the sky and the tranquil beauty of the Mediterranean landscape. Through its luminous harmonies and dynamic contrasts, Helios Overture is a testament to Nielsen’s genius as a composer and his ability to evoke the natural world with breathtaking clarity and emotion.

Leshnoff’s Violin Concerto No. 1 is a compelling and introspective work that showcases the expressive capabilities of the violin. Composed in 2010, it features a solo violinist engaged in a lyrical dialogue with the orchestra, exploring themes of introspection, longing, and renewal. The concerto opens with a plaintive melody played by the soloist, which is then echoed and developed by the orchestra. Throughout the piece, Leshnoff’s inventive harmonies and lush orchestrations create a sense of depth and emotional richness, drawing listeners into a world of introspection and contemplation. With its soaring melodies and poignant lyricism, Violin Concerto No. 1 is a captivating exploration of the human spirit and the power of music to express the ineffable.

Haydn’s “Fire Symphony,” also known as Symphony No. 59, is a spirited and dynamic work that brims with energy and vitality. Composed in 1769, it is one of Haydn’s lesserknown symphonies but is nevertheless a gem of the classical repertoire. The nickname “Fire Symphony” derives from the vigorous and fiery character of its music, with driving rhythms, bold melodies, and dramatic contrasts. From the fiery opening movement to the exuberant finale, Haydn’s “Fire Symphony”

captivates listeners with its infectious energy and irrepressible spirit, making it a perennial favorite among audiences and performers alike.

Debussy’s La Mer is a timeless masterpiece that captures the ever-changing moods and rhythms of the sea. Composed between 1903 and 1905, it is a symphonic triptych consisting of three movements: “From Dawn to Noon on the Sea,” “Play of the Waves,” and “Dialogue of the Wind and the Sea.” Through its shimmering textures, ethereal harmonies, and evocative melodies, La Mer conjures images of sunlight dancing on the water, waves crashing against the shore, and storms raging at sea. Debussy’s innovative use of orchestration and impressionistic techniques creates a sense of fluidity and motion, immersing listeners in the mesmerizing beauty of the ocean’s depths. With its haunting beauty and emotional depth, La Mer remains one of Debussy’s most beloved and enduring works, a timeless tribute to the eternal allure of the sea.

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IN RECOGNITION AND GRATITUDE OF TONIGHT’S SPONSOR & UNDERWRITERS

CONCERT SPONSOR

Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center

SEASON UNDERWRITERS

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

SERIES UNDERWRITERS

Mark Addison

Ann Brewster

M.A. Deen

Annette and Ken Hallock

Patrice and Ron Lara

Pat and Steve Larson

Helen Lemay

Samuel L. Bufford and Julia Metzger

Janet and Rob Miles

Michael Molloy

Dave Pfeifle

Sally and Bruce Queen

Debra Fox and Dr. Jules Rosen

Juliet Whitcomb and Elliot Schrage

Alan and Kathy Sonnanstine

Michael Stern

CONCERT UNDERWRITERS

Kathy and John Landon

x 2:00PM x 7:30PM Q RIVERWALK CENTER

Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert

FEATURING

Jason Seber, conductor (pg. 62)

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The NRO presents Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert, featuring a screening of the complete film with composer John Williams’ iconic Oscar®-winning score performed live to the film. Since the release of this first Star Wars movie over 45 years ago, the Star Wars saga has had a seismic impact on both cinema and culture, inspiring audiences around the world with its mythic storytelling, captivating characters, groundbreaking special effects and iconic musical scores composed by Williams. Fans will experience the scope and grandeur of this beloved film in a live symphonic concert experience.

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH

IN RECOGNITION AND GRATITUDE OF TONIGHT’S SPONSOR & UNDERWRITERS

CONCERT SPONSOR

Timothy Faust Photography

SEASON UNDERWRITERS

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul

Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

SERIES UNDERWRITERS

Sharon Magness Blake and Ernie Blake

Libby Bortz

Steve Corneillier

Nancy French

Reggie and Pamela Gray

Family

Beverley McArthur

Sandra Mortensen

Tom and Emily Wahl

Suzy Iliff Witzler

CONCERT UNDERWRITER

Juhree Wendl

Still from Star Wars: A New Hope (1977)

Chamber Concert

FEATURING

Alumni String Quartet (pg. 66)

Sarah Elert, violin

Luis Salazar, violin

Julius Adams, viola

Jessamyn Fry, cello

Winners of the Yamaha Piano Competition

Raditya Muljadi, piano

Madison Suh, piano

ON THE PROGRAM

Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847)

Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 49

Raditya Muljadi, piano

I. Molto allegro agitato

Robert Schumann (1810-1856)

Piano Quintet in E-flat major, Op. 44

Madison Suh, piano

I. Allegro brilliante

Caroline Shaw (b.1982)

Blueprint

INTERMISSION

Dimitri Shostakovich (1906-1975)

String Quartet No. 9 in E-flat major, Op. 117

I. Moderato con moto

II. Adagio

III. Allegretto

IV. Adagio

V. Allegro

Water Lilies, Claude Monet (1919)

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Mendelssohn’s Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 49, is a masterpiece of the chamber music repertoire, showcasing the composer’s melodic inventiveness, harmonic richness, and virtuosic pianism. Composed in 1839, this trio exemplifies Mendelssohn’s characteristic blend of Classical elegance and Romantic expressiveness. The work comprises four movements: a dramatic and impassioned opening Allegro, a tender and lyrical Andante con moto, a lively and playful Scherzo, and a thrilling and triumphant Finale.

Schumann’s Piano Quintet in E-flat major, Op. 44, is a quintessential work of the chamber music repertoire, renowned for its beauty, passion, and innovation. Composed in 1842, the interplay between the piano and string quartet is masterfully balanced, with each instrument contributing to the overall richness and depth of sound. The quintet is a showcase of Schumann’s genius as a composer and his ability to create music of timeless beauty and emotional depth.

Blueprint, composed for the Aizuri Quartet, takes its title from this beautiful blue woodblock printing tradition as well as from that familiar standard architectural representation of a proposed structure: the blueprint. This piece began its life as a harmonic reduction — a kind of floor plan — of Beethoven’s String Quartet, Op. 18, No. 6 “La Malinconia”. As a violinist and violist, Shaw has played this piece many times, in performance and in joyous late-night reading sessions with musician friends. Chamber music is ultimately about conversation without words. We talk to each other with our dynamics and articulations, and we try to give voice to the composers whose music has inspired us to gather in the same room and play music. Blueprint is also a conversation — with Beethoven, with

IN RECOGNITION AND GRATITUDE OF TONIGHT’S

UNDERWRITERS

SEASON UNDERWRITERS

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

CONCERT

UNDERWRITER

Adrienne and Allen Frechter

Haydn (his teacher and the “father” of the string quartet), and with the joys and malinconia of his Op. 18, No. 6.

Shostakovich’s String Quartet no. 9 is a wonderful work; rich, vibrant, in parts ecstatic; full of contrast; packed with counterpoint; demanding and effervescing with energy. The quartet is divided into five interconnected movements, seamlessly transitioning between contrasting moods and themes, oscillating between moments of serene beauty and intense agitation. It is complex both in structure and in details, and its interlocking motifs are reworked and reintroduced continuously throughout its five movements.

YAMAHA PIANO CONTEST WINNERS

Classical Pianos Denver began hosting the Yamaha Piano Competition in 1988. Since then, hundreds of young piano players have gotten their start on a globally significant musical journey. The National Repertory Orchestra is honored to host 4 of this year’s winners in a pair of concerts this summer in Breckenridge.

Raditya Muljadi

Raditya is a 9th grader at Our Lady of Victory High School and a student of Jasmine Steadman and Larry Graham. Raditya has won 1st prize in international piano competitions, including Cleveland International Piano Institute Competition, Keyboard Odyssiad Festival, Chicago Music Competitions, Steinway, Paderewski and Tkaczeski, Carmel, Rubato, US International Duo Piano Competition, The Seattle International Competition (Bach Festival), and Broomfield Symphony Youth Concerto Competition. At 9, Raditya gave his first solo recital in Indonesia, and was featured multiple times as soloist with the NRO and the Broomfield Symphony Orchestra in Colorado. Raditya has also performed at the Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater’s 80th season, and played in Carnegie Hall for the Gala Concert by the Lang Lang International Music Foundation as its scholar.

Madison Suh

Madison Suh has been studying piano since the age of 4 with Jasmine Steadman Piano Studio. Madison is also being instructed by Larry Graham, formally professor of piano at the University of Colorado. Madison has participated in numerous recitals and competition including being one of the youngest 1st place winners in the ACD Division II of Schmitt Music 2016 Competition, 2nd Place at the CSMTA Rising Star Competition, 2nd Place at the CSMTA Concerto Competition, 1st place at the ACD Division I of Schmitt Music 2015 Competition and 1st place at the Kawai Piano Competition in 2014. She was also the winner of the Carmel International Piano Competition, placing 1st in Solo Piano in 2021 & 2023, and the 1st place winner in the Yamaha Solo Competition in the Advanced Competition Group.

*Deceased

x 6:00PM

Q RIVERWALK CENTER

Beethoven’s Pastorale

FEATURING

Michael Stern, conductor (pg. 60)

Jon Kimura Parker, piano (pg. 65)

ON THE PROGRAM

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)

Symphony No. 6 in F major, Op. 68 “Pastorale”

I. Allegro ma non troppo

II. Andante molto mosso

III. Allegro

IV. Allegro

V. Allegretto

INTERMISSION

George Gershwin (1898-1937)

Rhapsody in Blue

Jon Kimura Parker, piano

Franz Liszt (1811-1886)

Les Préludes, S.97 Poème symphonique No. 3

Michael Stern and Jon Kimura Parker will present Beethoven’s Pastorale on July 19 at the Riverwalk Center in Breckenridge and on July 20 at the King Center in Denver.

IN RECOGNITION AND GRATITUDE OF TONIGHT’S SPONSOR & UNDERWRITERS

CONCERT SPONSOR

Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center

SEASON UNDERWRITERS

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

SERIES UNDERWRITERS

Mark Addison

Ann Brewster

M.A. Deen

Annette and Ken Hallock

Patrice and Ron Lara

Pat and Steve Larson

Helen Lemay

Samuel L. Bufford and Julia Metzger

Janet and Rob Miles

Michael Molloy

Dave Pfeifle

Sally and Bruce Queen

Debra Fox and Dr. Jules Rosen

Juliet Whitcomb and Elliot Schrage

Alan and Kathy Sonnanstine

Michael Stern

CONCERT UNDERWRITERS

Carin and Bill Simpson

*Deceased

Beethoven and Nature, N.C. Wyeth (1919)

x 7:00PM

Q KING CENTER, DENVER

Beethoven’s Pastorale in Denver

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6, also known as the “Pastorale Symphony,” offers a serene escape into nature. Composed between 1808 and 1809, it unfolds in five movements, each capturing scenes of pastoral life, painting a vivid musical landscape filled with chirping birds, babbling brooks, and rolling thunder. It stands as a testament to Beethoven’s reverence for nature and his desire to evoke its beauty through music.

We will also celebrate the 100th anniversary of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, a groundbreaking composition that seamlessly blends classical and jazz elements, encapsulating the vibrant energy and diversity of 1920s America in a single, iconic musical piece. The work showcases Gershwin’s innovative use of syncopated rhythms, bluesy melodies, and improvisational flair. From the iconic opening clarinet glissando to the infectious jazz rhythms and lush harmonies, Rhapsody in Blue stands as a quintessential work of American music.

Liszt’s Les Préludes is a symphonic poem that explores the human experience through music. Inspired by a poem by Alphonse de Lamartine, Les Préludes is a dramatic and emotional journey that celebrates the highs and lows of the human condition. Liszt’s rich orchestration and expressive melodies create a vivid musical landscape, inviting listeners to reflect on the beauty and complexity of life.

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JUL 24

x 6:00PM

Q RIVERWALK CENTER

Ravel’s Bolero

FEATURING

Matthias Pintscher, conductor (pg. 62)

Aaron Lockhart, viola (pg. 72)

ON THE PROGRAM

Sergei Rachmaninov (1873-1943)

The Isle of the Dead, Op. 29

Bohuslav Martinů (1890-1959)

Rhapsody-Concerto for viola and orchestra, H.337

Aaron Lockhart, viola

I. Moderato

II. Molto adagio

INTERMISSION

Claude Debussy (1862-1918)

Ibéria from Images pour orchestre, L. 122

I. Par les rues et par les chemins (Along the streets and along the paths)

II. Les parfums de la nuit (The scents of the night)

III. Le matin d’un jour de fête (The morning of a festive day)

Maurice Ravel (1875-1937)

Bolero

Valencia, Couples on Horseback, Joaquín Sorolla (1916)

Isle of the Dead, Arnold Böcklin (1883)

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Rachmaninov’s The Isle of the Dead, composed in 1909, is a haunting and atmospheric symphonic poem that evokes a sense of mystery and dread. Inspired by Arnold Böcklin’s painting of the same name, Rachmaninov’s composition transports listeners to a desolate island shrouded in darkness and surrounded by the ebb and flow of the tide. Rachmaninov uses a dark, brooding palette of orchestral colors, with a recurring motif based on the Dies Irae chant, to create a sense of foreboding and desolation. The music mirrors the painting’s depiction of a solitary boat journeying towards the island, symbolizing the passage from life to death. From the mournful tolling of bells to the swirling currents of the sea, The Isle of the Dead is a mesmerizing musical journey that explores themes of mortality, isolation, and the passage of time.

Martinů’s Rhapsody-Concerto for Viola and Orchestra is a dynamic and virtuosic showcase for the viola, and reflects the composer’s deep connection to the landscapes of his native Czechoslovakia. Composed in 1952, it features a solo viola engaged in a spirited dialogue with the orchestra, exploring a wide range of emotions and textures. The first movement, “Moderato,” features flowing melodies and gentle harmonies that evoke the peaceful countryside, with the viola’s singing tone reminiscent of a shepherd’s song carried on the breeze. The second movement, “Andante moderato,” continues this pastoral theme, with the viola weaving through lush orchestral textures, suggesting the tranquility and beauty of nature. Martinů’s use of folk-like melodies and rhythms creates a sense of place and identity, celebrating the natural world and its cultural significance.

Debussy’s Ibéria from Images is a vivid musical portrait of Spain, capturing the vibrant colors and rhythms of the Iberian peninsula. Composed in 1905, it is part of a larger suite of piano pieces arranged for orchestra. Ibéria unfolds in three

movements, each evoking a different aspect of Spanish life and culture. From the bustling streets of “Par les rues et par les chemins” to the sultry atmosphere of “Les parfums de la nuit,” Debussy’s Ibéria is a kaleidoscopic journey through the sights and sounds of Spain. With its shimmering orchestration, evocative melodies, and rhythmic vitality, Ibéria stands as a masterpiece of impressionistic music, allowing listeners to almost feel the heat of the sun, smell the flowers in the air, and hear the distant sounds of celebration, immersing them in the sensory experiences of nature.

Ravel’s Boléro is a mesmerizing and hypnotic orchestral work that builds to a thrilling climax. Composed in 1928, it features a relentless rhythm played by snare drum, gradually joined by other instruments as the piece progresses and builds in intensity. Ravel’s genius lies in his orchestration, as he introduces each new instrument in a carefully crafted progression, creating a sense of inexorable momentum. Despite its simple structure, Boléro captivates listeners with its relentless energy and infectious melody. With its repetitive structure and driving rhythm, Boléro is a tour de force of orchestral virtuosity and remains one of Ravel’s most enduring and iconic works.

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IN RECOGNITION AND GRATITUDE OF TONIGHT’S SPONSOR & UNDERWRITERS

CONCERT SPONSOR

Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center

SEASON UNDERWRITERS

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

SERIES UNDERWRITERS

Mark Addison

Ann Brewster

M.A. Deen

Annette and Ken Hallock

Patrice and Ron Lara

Pat and Steve Larson

Helen Lemay

Samuel L. Bufford and Julia Metzger

Janet and Rob Miles

Michael Molloy

Dave Pfeifle

Sally and Bruce Queen

Debra Fox and Dr. Jules Rosen

Juliet Whitcomb and Elliot Schrage

Alan and Kathy Sonnanstine

Michael Stern

CONCERT UNDERWRITERS

Terri and Jerry Belver

Mark and Barbara Puccia

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Q GERALD FORD AMPHITHEATER, VAIL

Vail Dance Festival: Opening Night

FEATURING

Michael Stern, conductor (pg. 60)

ON THE PROGRAM

Pyotr Ilych Tchaikovsky (1840-1893) Serenade for Strings in C major, Op. 48

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The Opening Night of the Vail Dance Festival kicks off the season with a program featuring Dance Theatre of Harlem, Limón Dance Company, Artist-In-Residence Sara Mearns, Michelle Dorrance, and ballroom duo Denys Drozdyuk and Antonina Skobina. In the second half of the evening, guest stars from New York City Ballet and American Ballet Theatre will join the Colorado Ballet in a special performance of George Balanchine’s landmark ballet Serenade, with Tchaikovsky’s score performed live by the National Repertory Orchestra conducted by Michael Stern.

Composed in 1880, Tchaikovsky's Serenade for Strings is imbued with elegance and grace, qualities that naturally lend themselves to

ballet choreography. The piece's rich textures and expressive phrasing provide a dynamic and evocative backdrop for dance, allowing the music's inherent drama and romanticism to be visually interpreted through movement. George Balanchine recognized this potential and used the Serenade as the basis for his eponymous ballet, created in 1934—the first he choreographed in America, which beautifully captures the emotional breadth and structural clarity of Tchaikovsky's music.

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IN RECOGNITION AND GRATITUDE OF TONIGHT’S SPONSOR & UNDERWRITERS

SEASON UNDERWRITERS

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

CONCERT SPONSOR

Vail Dance

*Deceased

Two Dancers on a Stage, Edgar Degas (1874)

x 6:00PM

Q RIVERWALK CENTER

Britten’s Storm and Tchaikovsky’s Strings

FEATURING

Michael Stern, conductor (pg. 60)

Janice Hu, violin (pg. 70)

Christine Kao, cello (pg. 73)

Anish Raj Pandit, oboe (pg. 76)

Nathan Muz, bassoon (pg. 77)

ON THE PROGRAM

Michael Abels (b. 1962) “Global Warming”

Piotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893)

Serenade for Strings in C major, Op. 48

I. Pezzo in forma di sonatina: Andante non troppo — Allegro moderato

II. Valse: Moderato — Tempo di valse

III. Élégie: Larghetto elegiaco

IV. Finale (Tema russo): Andante — Allegro con spirito INTERMISSION

Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809)

Sinfonia Concertante in B-flat major, Hob.I/105

Janice Hu, violin

Christine Kao, cello

Anish Raj Pandit, oboe

Nathan Muz, bassoon

I. Allegro

II. Andante

III. Finale: Allegro con spirito

Benjamin Britten (1913-1976)

Four Sea Interludes, Op. 33a from Peter Grimes

Dawn

Sunday Morning

Moonlight

Storm – Passacaglia

TONIGHT’S PARTNERS

This concert benefits the High Country Conservation Center.

Ships in Distress in a Storm, Peter Monamy (c. 1720)

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Abels’ “Global Warming” is a contemporary orchestral piece that confronts the urgent issue of climate change through music. Composed in 1991, it combines traditional orchestral instruments with electronic elements to create a haunting and evocative soundscape. The piece begins with a serene, reflective melody that evokes the calm before the storm, gradually building in intensity to represent the escalating effects of global warming. Through its shifting textures and dramatic contrasts, “Global Warming” paints a vivid musical portrait of the Earth’s changing climate, from the melting polar ice caps to the rising sea levels and extreme weather events. Abels’ composition serves as a powerful call to action, urging listeners to confront the reality of climate change and take steps to protect the planet for future generations.

Tchaikovsky’s Serenade for Strings in C major is a radiant expression of Romanticism’s emotional depth and lyrical beauty. Composed in 1880, it stands as one of Tchaikovsky’s most beloved works, showcasing his mastery of melody and orchestration. The serenade unfolds in four movements, each characterized by its own distinct mood and atmosphere. The first movement, “Pezzo in forma di sonatina,” features a graceful and flowing melody that suggests the gentle movement of a stream or the rustling of leaves. The second movement, “Waltz,” is light and airy, evoking the elegance of a garden in full bloom. The third movement, “Elegy,” is deeply lyrical and introspective, reminiscent of a tranquil evening landscape. The final movement, “Finale (Tema russo),” incorporates a lively Russian folk theme, celebrating the vitality and joy of nature.

Haydn composed his magnificent Sinfonia Concertante during his first of two visits to London in 1792. The piece was written to showcase the violin, cello, oboe, and bassoon, and was directed by Haydn himself during its first performance. The

composition features a beautiful contrast between grandeur and levity, as well as airy transitions and sudden surprises. The first movement, “Allegro,” is bright and cheerful, evoking the freshness of a spring morning. The second movement, “Andante,” is more reflective, with a lyrical melody that suggests a peaceful, pastoral scene. The final movement, “Allegro con spirito,” is lively and spirited, capturing the playful energy of nature.

Britten’s Four Sea Interludes, from his opera Peter Grimes, is a series of evocative musical sketches that vividly evoke the rugged coastline of England’s Suffolk region. Composed in 1945, they serve as orchestral interludes between scenes in the opera, providing moments of reflection and atmosphere. The first interlude, “Dawn,” uses shimmering strings and gentle woodwinds to capture the stillness and quiet beauty of the early morning sea. “Sunday Morning” is characterized by lively, rhythmic patterns that evoke the bustling activity of a coastal village. “Moonlight” features ethereal harmonies and a slow, haunting melody that suggest the mysterious and enchanting nature of the sea at night. The final interlude, “Storm,” is dramatic and turbulent, with powerful brass and percussion that convey the ferocity and danger of the ocean in a storm. Through their rich orchestration and evocative melodies, the sea interludes transport listeners to the windswept shores of the North Sea, immersing them in the world of Peter Grimes and his struggle against the forces of society and nature.

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IN RECOGNITION AND GRATITUDE OF TONIGHT’S SPONSOR & UNDERWRITERS

CONCERT SPONSOR

Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center

SEASON UNDERWRITERS

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

SERIES UNDERWRITERS

Mark Addison

Ann Brewster

M.A. Deen

Annette and Ken Hallock

Patrice and Ron Lara

Pat and Steve Larson

Helen Lemay

Samuel L. Bufford and Julia Metzger

Janet and Rob Miles

Michael Molloy

Dave Pfeifle

Sally and Bruce Queen

Debra Fox and Dr. Jules Rosen

Juliet Whitcomb and Elliot Schrage

Alan and Kathy Sonnanstine

Michael Stern

CONCERT UNDERWRITERS

Terri and George Barile

John and Elizabeth* Crossman

x 6:00PM

Q RIVERWALK CENTER

Canellakis Conducts Brahms and Wagner

FEATURING

Karina Canellakis, conductor (pg. 61)

Rebekah Hou, harp (pg. 81)

ON THE PROGRAM

Johannes Brahms (1833-1897)

Symphony No. 3, in F major, Op. 90

I. Allegro con brio

II. Andante

III. Poco allegretto

IV. Allegro – Un poco sostenuto

INTERMISSION

Alberto Ginastera (1916-1983)

Harp Concerto, Op. 25

Rebekah Hou, harp

I. Allegro giusto

II. Molto moderato

III. Liberamente capriccioso

Richard Wagner (1819-1883)

“Forest Murmurs” from Siegfried

Richard Wagner (1819-1883)

“Dawn and Siegfried’s Rhine Journey” from Götterdämmerung

SPECIAL RECOGNITION

Robin Hadley Philanthropy Award: Joan Manley Houlton (pg. 8)

In Memory Of: Steven Russell

Dark Forest, Ivan Shiskin (1890)

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Brahms’ Symphony No. 3 in F major, composed in 1883, is a masterpiece that reflects the composer’s deep connection with nature. The symphony is often seen as a reflection of Brahms’ personal motto “Frei aber froh” (Free but happy), and this sentiment resonates through its pastoral and serene passages. The first movement opens with a lyrical theme that suggests the vast, open landscapes and the majesty of nature. The second movement, “Andante,” with its gentle and flowing melodies, evokes the tranquility of a peaceful countryside, with melodies that suggest the rustling of leaves and the calm of a serene day. The third movement, “Poco allegretto,” has a melancholic yet graceful theme that can be likened to a walk through an autumnal forest. The final movement revisits the majestic themes of the first, bringing the symphony to a close with a sense of fulfillment and unity with the natural world. Brahms’ use of rich harmonies and lyrical melodies captures the essence of nature’s beauty and serenity.

Ginastera’s Harp Concerto, composed in 1956, is a vibrant and rhythmic piece that incorporates elements of Argentine folk music and the natural landscapes of South America. The first movement, “Allegro giusto,” features lively rhythms and a dynamic interplay between the harp and orchestra, reminiscent of the bustling energy of a natural landscape in motion. The second movement, “Molto moderato,” offers a more introspective and lyrical section, with the harp’s delicate melodies evoking the gentle flow of a stream or the soft whisper of wind through the trees. The final movement, “Liberamente capriccioso – Vivace,” returns to the energetic and rhythmic motifs, with the harp leading a vibrant dance that reflects the lively and colorful aspects of nature. Ginastera’s innovative use of the harp and his incorporation of folk elements create a vivid musical landscape that captures the spirit of the natural world.

Wagner’s “Forest Murmurs” from Siegfried, composed between 1856 and 1871, is a magical musical depiction of the natural world, capturing the tranquility and mystery of the forest at dawn. Composed as part of his epic Ring Cycle, it features lush orchestrations, shimmering strings, and ethereal woodwind solos that evoke the rustling of leaves and the gentle babble of streams. From the serene beauty of the opening to the exuberant finale, “Forest Murmurs” transports listeners to a world of enchantment and wonder, creating an immersive auditory experience of being in a forest.

Wagner’s “Dawn and Siegfried’s Rhine Journey” from Götterdämmerung is a breathtaking musical journey that accompanies Siegfried as he embarks on a perilous quest down the Rhine River. Composed as part of Wagner’s monumental Ring Cycle, it features sweeping melodies, dramatic brass fanfares, and thunderous percussion that capture the epic scope of the story and conveys the majesty of the rising sun and the flowing river. From the radiant beauty of the dawn to the thrilling adventure of the Rhine journey, Wagner’s music transports listeners to a world of myth and legend, immersing them in the drama and grandeur of the opera.

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IN RECOGNITION AND GRATITUDE OF TONIGHT’S SPONSOR & UNDERWRITERS

CONCERT SPONSOR

Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center

SEASON UNDERWRITERS

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

SERIES UNDERWRITERS

Mark Addison

Ann Brewster

M.A. Deen

Annette and Ken Hallock

Patrice and Ron Lara

Pat and Steve Larson

Helen Lemay

Samuel L. Bufford and Julia Metzger

Janet and Rob Miles

Michael Molloy

Dave Pfeifle

Sally and Bruce Queen

Debra Fox and Dr. Jules Rosen

Juliet Whitcomb and Elliot Schrage

Alan and Kathy Sonnanstine

Michael Stern

CONCERT UNDERWRITERS

Elizabeth Hainen and Dave DePeters

Jim and Judy Graunke

Joan Manley Houlton

x 6:00PM

Q RIVERWALK CENTER

Robert Moody Conducts Sibelius

FEATURING

Robert Moody, conductor (pg. 61)

Haley Rasmussen, cello (pg. 73)

ON THE PROGRAM

Mason Bates (b. 1977)

Liquid Interface

1. Glaciers Calving

2. Scherzo Liquido

3. Crescent City

4. On the Wannsee

Franz Josef Haydn (1732-1809)

Cello Concerto No. 1 in C major, Hob VIIb/I

Haley Rasmussen, cello

I. Allegro moderato

II. Largo

III. Allegro

INTERMISSION

Jean Sibelius (1865-1957)

Symphony No. 5 in E-flat major, Op. 82

I. Tempo molto moderato

II. Andante mosso, quasi allegretto

III. Allegro molto

TONIGHT’S PARTNERS

This concert benefits Project Healing Waters.

The Icebergs, Frederic Edwin Church (1861)

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Bates’ Liquid Interface is a contemporary orchestral work that explores the various states of water and their relationship with the environment. Bates, known for integrating electronic sounds with traditional orchestration, uses this piece to depict the transformative journey of water from ice to liquid to vapor. The composition begins with “Glaciers Calving,” where Bates’ use of digital sounds mimics the cracking and splintering of icebergs. This movement transitions into “Scherzo Liquido,” a lively and fluid section that represents flowing water. The vibrant orchestration and rhythmic drive evoke the image of a rapidly moving river, capturing its dynamism and energy. The third movement, “Crescent City,” incorporates elements of jazz to reflect the flooding of New Orleans, symbolizing the destructive and unpredictable nature of water. Finally, “On the Wannsee” brings a serene close, depicting a tranquil lake setting. Bates’ ability to blend electronic and acoustic elements creates an immersive soundscape that highlights the versatility and omnipresence of water in our environment.

Haydn’s Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, composed around 1765, is a classic example of the Classical era’s elegance and clarity. While not overtly programmatic, this concerto can be interpreted through the lens of nature due to its pastoral qualities and the way it evokes the beauty of the natural world. The first movement, “Moderato,” features bright and buoyant themes that can be likened to a spring day, full of life and energy. The second movement, “Adagio,” is deeply lyrical, with the solo cello singing a melody that evokes the tranquility of a quiet, sunlit meadow. The final movement, “Allegro molto,” is spirited and lively, reminiscent of the playful dance of nature, such as the rustling of leaves in the wind or the fluttering of birds. Haydn’s concerto, with its lightness and grace, offers a musical reflection of nature’s harmony and order.

Sibelius’ Symphony No. 5 in E-flat Major,” composed in 1915 and revised in 1919, is a profound homage to the natural beauty of Finland. Sibelius, deeply inspired by the landscapes of his homeland, infused this symphony with elements that mirror the grandeur and majesty of nature. The symphony opens with a sense of awakening, as the music slowly emerges like dawn breaking over a vast landscape. The first movement’s sweeping melodies and expansive harmonies suggest the open skies and wide horizons of the Finnish countryside. The second movement, a theme and variations, brings to mind the gentle, repetitive patterns found in nature, such as the lapping of waves or the rustling of trees. The final movement is perhaps the most evocative, featuring the famous “swan theme.” Inspired by a vision of sixteen swans flying in formation, Sibelius captures the grace and power of these birds through soaring, majestic melodies. This movement builds to a triumphant and radiant conclusion, symbolizing the awe-inspiring beauty and resilience of nature.

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IN RECOGNITION AND GRATITUDE OF TONIGHT’S SPONSOR & UNDERWRITERS

CONCERT SPONSOR

Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center

SEASON UNDERWRITERS

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

SERIES UNDERWRITERS

Mark Addison

Ann Brewster

M.A. Deen

Annette and Ken Hallock

Patrice and Ron Lara

Pat and Steve Larson

Helen Lemay

Samuel L. Bufford and Julia Metzger

Janet and Rob Miles

Michael Molloy

Dave Pfeifle

Sally and Bruce Queen

Debra Fox and Dr. Jules Rosen

Juliet Whitcomb and Elliot Schrage

Alan and Kathy Sonnanstine

Michael Stern

CONCERT UNDERWRITERS

Sandra Mortensen

Gerry and Annette Fricke

x 6:00PM

Q RIVERWALK CENTER

The Planets

FEATURING

Michael Stern, conductor (pg. 60)

Hannah Zhang, piano (pg. 81)

ON THE PROGRAM

Guillaume Connesson (b. 1970) Flammenschrift

Franz Liszt (1811-1886)

Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-flat major, S. 124

Hannah Zhang, piano

I. Allegro maestoso

II. Quasi adagio

III. Allegretto vivace – Allegro animato

IV. Allegro marziale animato

INTERMISSION

Gustav Holst (1874-1934)

The Planets, Op. 32

1. Mars, the Bringer of War

2. Venus, the Bringer of Peace

3. Mercury, the Winged Messenger

4. Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity

5. Saturn, the Bringer of Old Age

6. Uranus, the Magician

7. Neptune, the Mystic

SPECIAL RECOGNITION

Outstanding Community Service Award: Alpine Bank (pg. 8)

Jupiter Chariot Between Justice and Piety, Noël Coypel (c. 1671)

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Connesson’s Flammenschrift is an homage to the fervent energy and passion of German Romantic music, particularly that of Beethoven. Connesson uses intense rhythms and vibrant orchestral colors to create a sense of burning vitality, reminiscent of elemental fire. Though Flammenschrift does not directly depict natural landscapes, its relentless drive and explosive energy evoke the raw power of nature, akin to a wildfire’s untamed and destructive beauty. The orchestration’s brilliance and the rapid, surging movements mirror the unstoppable force and the transformative power inherent in nature. As the piece unfolds, listeners might imagine the ferocity of a storm or the dazzling display of lightning— phenomena that command respect and awe, much like the music itself.

Liszt’s Piano Concerto No. 1, composed between 1830 and 1856, is known for its virtuosic demands on the soloist and its innovative structure. The sweeping melodies and turbulent passages in the first movement, “Allegro maestoso,” suggest the grandeur and unpredictability of natural forces, perhaps akin to the tumultuous waves of an ocean or the powerful surge of a river. The concerto’s second movement, “Quasi adagio,” offers a serene and lyrical respite, akin to a peaceful landscape bathed in the gentle light of dawn. This movement’s calm and reflective qualities provide a contrast to the preceding intensity, evoking the tranquility and beauty of nature at rest. The lively scherzo and triumphant finale bring back the energetic forces, symbolizing the relentless rhythms and cycles found in the natural world. Liszt’s ability to paint pictures with his music allows listeners to envision a variety of natural scenes, from calm valleys to stormy skies, showcasing the multifaceted character of nature.

Holst’s The Planets, composed between 1914 and 1917, is a suite of seven movements, each named after a planet in the

solar system and its corresponding astrological character. While the suite is more about astrology than astronomy, it inherently invites contemplation of the vastness and mystery of space—a natural realm beyond Earth. The opening movement, “Mars, the Bringer of War,” conjures the harsh and unyielding power of nature, similar to a planetary storm or volcanic eruption. The aggressive rhythms and bold brass passages suggest a world in turmoil, reflecting nature’s potential for destruction. In contrast, “Venus, the Bringer of Peace,” with its gentle and soothing melodies, evokes the serene beauty of a tranquil landscape, such as a calm sea or a peaceful meadow. This movement’s lush harmonies and delicate orchestration provide a sense of respite and beauty, highlighting nature’s capacity for healing and tranquility. “Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity” is perhaps the most earthbound, with its exuberant and joyful themes suggesting the bountiful and celebratory aspects of nature. The buoyant rhythms and expansive melodies capture the essence of a vibrant festival or a joyful gathering, reflecting the communal and uplifting aspects of the natural world.

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SEASON UNDERWRITERS

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Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

SERIES UNDERWRITERS

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Ann Brewster

M.A. Deen

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Janet and Rob Miles

Michael Molloy

Dave Pfeifle

Sally and Bruce Queen

Debra Fox and Dr. Jules Rosen

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Alan and Kathy Sonnanstine

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CONCERT UNDERWRITERS

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Richard Strauss (1864-1949) An Alpine Symphony, Op. 64

1. Nacht (Night)

2. Sonnenaufgang (Sunrise)

3. Der Anstieg (The Ascent)

4. Eintritt in den Wald (Entering the Forest)

5. Wanderung neben dem Bache (Wandering near the Stream)

6. Am Wasserfall (At the Waterfall)

7. Erscheinung (Apparition)

8. Auf blumige Wiesen (On Blooming Meadows)

9. Auf der Alm (On the Alpine Pasture)

10. Durch Dickicht und Gestrüpp auf Irrwegen (Going Astray)

11. Auf dem Gletscher (On the Glacier)

12. Gefahrvolle Augenblicke (Dangerous Moments)

13. Auf dem Gipfel (At the Summit)

14. Vision (View)

15. Nebel steigen auf (Fog Arises)

16. Die Sonne verdüstert sich allmählich (The Sun Gradually Darkens)

17. Elegie (Elegy)

18. Stille vor dem Sturm (Calm Before the Storm)

19. Gewitter und Sturm, Abstieg (Thunderstorm and Tempest, Descent)

20. Sonnenuntergang (Sunset)

21. Ausklang (Vanishing Sound)

22. Nacht (Night)

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Frank’s Contested Eden and Strauss’ An Alpine Symphony offer contrasting yet equally compelling musical explorations of nature and human experience.

Frank’s Contested Eden delves into the intricate and often tumultuous relationship between humans and the natural world. Composed in 2012, this piece reflects Frank’s deep interest in environmental issues and cultural heritage, particularly as they pertain to her Peruvian roots. The music is rich with evocative imagery, conjuring visions of lush landscapes that are both beautiful and threatened. Frank employs a diverse palette of orchestral colors and textures to represent the dualities of nature — its beauty and its peril.

Contested Eden opens with vibrant, energetic motifs that evoke the bustling life of the rainforest. These sections are contrasted with moments of tension and dissonance, symbolizing the encroachment of human activities on these fragile ecosystems. Frank’s use of indigenous musical elements, including rhythms and melodic fragments inspired by Andean music, further emphasizes the cultural connections to the land. Through Contested Eden, Frank not only celebrates the splendor of nature but also calls attention to the urgent need for its preservation, making a poignant statement about the environmental challenges faced by our planet.

In contrast, Strauss’ An Alpine Symphony, composed in 1915, offers a grand and majestic depiction of nature, specifically the Bavarian Alps. This tone poem is a musical journey that takes listeners through the experiences of a day spent climbing an Alpine mountain. Strauss masterfully captures the awe-inspiring beauty and grandeur of the natural world through a large orchestral ensemble, employing expansive harmonies and vivid orchestration to bring the scenery to life.

An Alpine Symphony begins in the early hours before dawn, with a mysterious and atmospheric introduction that sets the stage for the day’s adventure. As the sun rises, the music becomes more vibrant and full of life, depicting the ascent through lush forests, pastures, and waterfalls. Strauss’ intricate use of musical motifs and themes represents various elements of the landscape, such as the serene beauty of flowering meadows and the powerful force of a mountain storm. The climax of the piece occurs at the summit, where the music reaches a breathtakingly triumphant peak, capturing the sublime experience of standing atop the mountain and gazing at the world below.

While Frank’s Contested Eden and Strauss’ An Alpine Symphony differ in their approaches, both works poignantly reflect on humanity’s interaction with nature. Frank’s piece is a call to action, urging us to protect our natural environment, while Strauss’ symphony celebrates the majesty and awe of the natural world. Together, they offer a profound musical exploration of nature’s power, beauty, and fragility, inviting listeners to reflect on their own relationship with the environment.

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CONCERT SPONSOR

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SEASON UNDERWRITERS

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

SERIES UNDERWRITERS

Mark Addison

Ann Brewster

M.A. Deen

Annette and Ken Hallock

Patrice and Ron Lara

Pat and Steve Larson

Helen Lemay

Samuel L. Bufford and Julia Metzger

Janet and Rob Miles

Michael Molloy

Dave Pfeifle

Sally and Bruce Queen

Debra Fox and Dr. Jules Rosen

Juliet Whitcomb and Elliot Schrage

Alan and Kathy Sonnanstine

Michael Stern

CONCERT UNDERWRITERS

Barbara and Sam McCleneghan

Music Director Michael Stern

Conductor Michael Stern has long been devoted to building and leading highly acclaimed orchestras known not only for their impeccable musicianship and creative programming, but also for collaborative, sustainable cultures that often include a vision of music as service to the community. He also is passionate about working with young musicians, not only in music making, but also to incorporate the idea of “service” into their experiences.

Stern currently holds three Music Director positions: with the Kansas City Orchestra, where he is concluding his 19 year tenure at the end of the year; with the National Repertory Orchestra; and with the newly rebranded Orchestra Lumos (formerly the Stamford Symphony).

Stern was recently named Artistic Advisor of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. And, following a 22-year tenure as founding Artistic Director of Iris Orchestra in Germantown Tennessee, he now serves the newly reimagined Iris Collective as Artistic Advisor.

Stern’s illustrious American conducting engagements have included the Boston, Chicago, and Atlanta Symphonies; the New York Philharmonic; and the Minnesota Orchestra. Stern has also served as guest conductor with the Philadelphia Orchestra. Internationally, he has led major orchestras in London, Stockholm, Paris, Helsinki, Budapest, Israel, and Moscow, Taiwan, and Tokyo. Stern has been Chief Conductor of Germany’s Saarbrücken Radio Symphony Orchestra (the first American chief conductor in the orchestra’s history), Principal Guest Conductor of the Orchestre National de Lyon in France, and Principal Guest Conductor of the Orchestre National de Lille, France.

As part of his ongoing activities to engage and mentor young musicians, he was asked by Yo-Yo Ma to be the Music Director of YMCG, Youth Music Culture Guangdong, where he and Ma worked with students and young professionals in partnership with the Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra. He has also been invited to the National Orchestral Institute, Music Academy of the West, and has been a regular guest at the Aspen Music Festival and School, where he also worked with students at the American Academy of Conducting at Aspen.

Stern received his music degree from the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, where his primary teacher was the noted conductor and scholar Max Rudolf. He makes his home in Connecticut with his two daughters.

Guest Conductors

Internationally acclaimed for her emotionally charged performances, technical command and interpretive depth, Karina Canellakis has become one of the most in-demand conductors of her generation. She is the Chief Conductor of Netherlands Radio Philharmonic Orchestra, the Principal Guest Conductor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra, as well as the Principal Guest Conductor of the Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin (RSB).

In the 2022-23 season, Karina makes her debut with the National Symphony Orchestra, and returns to the Boston and Dallas Symphonies, as well as the Orchestre de Paris. As Principal Guest Conductor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra, she leads an extensive tour of Germany’s most prestigious concert halls with the orchestra and soloist Daniil Trifonov. She also returns to Berlin for concerts in her position as Principal Guest of RSB. Karina continues to present exciting modern pieces as well as well-known masterpieces at the Concertgebouw Amsterdam and TivoliVredenburg in Utrecht with the Netherlands Radio Philharmonic Orchestra, where she holds the title of Chief Conductor.

After the great success of “Kat’a Kabánova” in the previous season, she brings another Janáček opera, The Cunning Little Vixen, to the stage of the Concertgebouw in April 2023. On the opera stage she has conducted critically acclaimed productions of Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin, Mozart’s Don Giovanni, Die Zauberflöte, Le nozze di Figaro, David Lang’s the loser and Peter Maxwell Davies’ The Hogboon.

Since winning the Sir Georg Solti Conducting Award in 2016 Karina has become a guest conductor with leading orchestras around the world, including the London Symphony Orchestra, Cleveland Orchestra, Chicago Symphony, (cont’d pg. 64)

Robert Moody is in his seventh season as Music Director of The Memphis Symphony Orchestra and eighteenth season as Music Director of Arizona Musicfest. Under his artistic leadership, the Memphis Symphony has also enjoyed exponential growth in programming, recording, new commissions, and endowment growth to over $25 million. AZ Musicfest has become the premiere Winter Music Festival in North America, boasting a festival orchestra roster comprised of players from the world’s greatest orchestras. He assumed the position of Principal Opera Conductor for the Lakeland Symphony Orchestra in 2022.

In the 2022-23 season, Moody conducts the Louisiana Philharmonic, Yakima Symphony, and Winston-Salem Symphony; and in Europe, the Philharmonie Baden Baden. In the 2021-22 season, Moody debuted with the Sacramento Philharmonic and conducted a gala program with Renee Fleming and the Lakeland Symphony Orchestra. He also returned for engagements with the Pacific Symphony (CA), Sewanee Music Festival, and the three major orchestras of South Africa in Durban, Johannesburg, and Cape Town

Moody has previously conducted many of the major orchestras of the world, including Chicago Symphony at Ravinia, Los Angeles Philharmonic the Hollywood Bowl, the Toronto, Dallas and Houston Symphonies, Orquesta Filarmonica de Bogotá, and the Vienna Chamber Orchestra. Prior to his position in Memphis, Moody was Music Director for both the Portland Symphony (Maine) and the Winston-Salem Symphony (North Carolina). He previously held conducting positions with the Phoenix Symphony, Evansville Philharmonic, Santa Fe Opera, Brevard Music Center, New York City Youth Orchestra, and Landestheater Linz. (cont’d pg. 64)

ROBERT MOODY

KARINA CANELLAKIS

Guest Conductors

MATTHIAS PINTSCHER

Matthias Pintscher is the newly appointed Music Director of the Kansas City Symphony, effective from the 2024-25 season. He has just concluded a successful decade-long tenure as the Music Director of the Ensemble Intercontemporain, the iconic Parisian contemporary ensemble founded by Pierre Boulez and winner of the 2022 Polar Prize. During his stewardship, Pintscher led this most adventurous institution in the creation of dozens of world premieres, recorded CDs of music by cutting edge composers from all over the world, and took the ensemble on tours around the globe – to Asia and North America, and throughout Europe to all the major festivals and concert halls.

The 2023-24 season will see Pintscher in his fourth year as Creative Partner at the Cincinnati Symphony, where he will conduct a new work by inti figgisvizueta, as well as an immersive video-concert of Messiaen’s Des Canyons aux étoiles. He will also tour with the Junge Deutsche Philharmonie where he is artist-in-residence. As guest conductor, he returns to the RAI Milano Musica, Orchestre de Chambre de Paris, NDR Hamburg, Indianapolis Symphony, Milwaukee Symphony, Barcelona Symphony, Lahti Symphony, Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen, La Scala, and Berlin’s Boulez Ensemble. Pintscher has conducted several opera productions for the Berliner Staatsoper (Wagner’s Lohengrin and The Flying Dutchman), Wiener Staatsoper (Olga Neuwirth’s Orlando), and the Théatre du Châtelet in Paris. He returns to the Berliner Staatsoper in 2024 for Beat Furrer’s Violetter Schnee.

Pintscher is also well known as a composer, and his works appear frequently on the programs of major symphony orchestras throughout the world. In August 2021, he was the focus of the Suntory Hall Summer Festival – a weeklong celebration of his works with the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra. His third violin concerto, Assonanza, written for Leila (cont’d pg. 64)

JASON SEBER

Jason Seber is known for his inviting and engaging approach on and off the podium. A strong believer in the eclectic experiences which today’s symphony orchestras offer their communities, he strives to make music of many genres and styles accessible, relevant, and meaningful to diverse audiences across the country.

Seber has conducted many leading American orchestras, including the Charleston, Colorado, Detroit, Duluth Superior, Houston, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Milwaukee, Nashville, National, San Diego, Santa Fe, and St. Louis Symphony, the Buffalo Philharmonic, and the Louisville Orchestra, among others. Upcoming performances include debuts with the Minnesota Orchestra and the Cincinnati Pops, as well as return engagements with Buffalo, Detroit, Kansas City, Louisville, Nashville, and St. Louis. Seber has had the pleasure of performing with a wide range of artists including Patti Austin, Mason Bates, Andrew Bird, Boyz II Men, Ashley Brown, Jinjoo Cho, Melissa Etheridge, Ben Folds, Renee Elise Goldsberry, Paul Jacobs, Wynonna Judd, Lyle Lovett, Natalie Merchant, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Leslie Odom Jr., Aoife O’Donovan, Pink Martini, Stephen Schwartz, Doc Severinsen, Conrad Tao, Bobby Watson, and Joyce Yang. This past year he led orchestras across the country in Lyle Lovett and His Large Band’s summer tour.

Seber served as associate conductor of the Kansas City Symphony from 2016 to 2022. In this position he led the Symphony in over 300 performances on the Classical, Pops, Classics Uncorked, Family, Film + Live Orchestra, Education, and Christmas Festival series. He also served as co-host for the Symphony’s podcast, “Beethoven Walks into a Bar.” Prior to Kansas City, Seber was the education and outreach conductor at the Louisville Orchestra from 2013 to 2016 and music director of the Louisville Youth Orchestra from 2005 to 2016. (cont’d pg. 64)

Guest Conductors

Internationally acclaimed conductor Leonard Slatkin is Music Director Laureate of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO), Directeur Musical Honoraire of the Orchestre National de Lyon (ONL), Conductor Laureate of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra (SLSO), and Principal Guest Conductor of the Orquesta Filarmónica de Gran Canaria (OFGC). He maintains a rigorous schedule of guest conducting throughout the world and is active as a composer, author, and educator.

Slatkin has received six Grammy awards and 35 nominations. His latest recordings are Jeff Beal’s The Paper Lined Shack on Supertrain Records and Slatkin Conducts Slatkin, a compilation of pieces written by generations of his musical family, including three of his own compositions, on Naxos Records. Naxos has also recently remastered and reissued audiophile editions of his recordings of Gershwin’s and Rachmaninov’s orchestral works (with the SLSO) for Vox. Other Naxos releases include works by Saint-Saëns, Ravel, and Berlioz (with the ONL) and music by Copland, Rachmaninov, Borzova, McTee, and John Williams (with the DSO). In addition, he has recorded the complete Brahms, Beethoven, and Tchaikovsky symphonies with the DSO.

The 2023-24 season includes engagements with the Oregon Symphony, Orquesta de València, Orquesta Sinfónica de Radio Televisión Española, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, National Symphony Orchestra (Ireland), ONL, SLSO, Manhattan School of Music Symphony Orchestra, Carnegie Mellon University Philharmonic, Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, George Enescu Philharmonic Orchestra, OFGC, Prague Symphony Orchestra, and Bilbao Orkestra Sinfonikoa.

A recipient of the prestigious National Medal of Arts, Slatkin also holds the rank of Chevalier in the French (cont’d pg. 64)

CARL TOPILOW

MUSIC DIRECTOR LAUREATE

Through his more than four decades as the NRO’s Music Director and conductor, Carl Topilow has influenced and nurtured countless young musicians and aspiring conductors. In his role as Music Director Laureate, he is remaining active with the organization and enjoying his work with Music Director Michael Stern.

Topilow is the founding conductor of the Cleveland Pops Orchestra and music director and conductor of the Firelands Symphony Orchestra in Sandusky, Ohio. Past positions have included conductor and director of the orchestral program at the Cleveland Institute of Music, and principal pops conductor with the Toledo Symphony, Southwest Florida Symphony and Mansfield Symphony. He has served as guest conductor for 133 different orchestras in 37 states and 12 foreign countries, invariably finding NRO alumni wherever his travels take him.

Carl’s book, The Orchestral Conductor’s Career Handbook and published by Rowman and Littlefield, is now available through rowman.com and carltopilow.com. Containing abundant references to his work with the NRO, it has been endorsed by past NRO guest conductors Leonard Slatkin, JoAnn Falletta, Gerard Schwarz, Giancarlo Guerrero, Miguel Harth-Bedoya, and others. During the past several months, Carl has or will host and serve as instructor for three workshops for orchestral conductors in Cleveland.

Topilow’s wife Shirley is the President and CEO of the Cleveland Pops Orchestra. Their daughter Jenny, an NRO alumna from the 2001 and 2003 seasons, is a violinist with the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra. Their daughter Emily is (cont’d pg. 64)

LEONARD SLATKIN

Guest Conductors, continued

(Karina Canellakis cont’d)

Gewandhausorchester Leipzig, NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Munich Philharmonic and the symphony orchestras of Melbourne, Sydney, Toronto, Cincinnati, Minnesota, Detroit and Vienna. She was the first woman to conduct the First Night of the BBC Proms in London in 2019, with the BBC Symphony Orchestra. She was also the first woman to ever conduct the Nobel Prize Concert with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic in 2018.

Already known to many in the classical music world for her virtuoso violin playing, Karina was initially encouraged to pursue conducting by Sir Simon Rattle while she was playing regularly in the Berlin Philharmonic for two years as a member of their OrchesterAkademie. She performed for many years as a soloist, guest leader, and chamber musician, spending her summers at the Marlboro Music Festival, until conducting eventually became her focus. Karina was born and raised in New York City.

(Robert Moody cont’d)

Moody collaborated with the Canadian Brass for their Bach and Legends albums, and he was the conductor for the album Fourth World, highlighting the music of Native American recording artist R. Carlos Nakai (available on the Canyon Record label). The Winston-Salem Symphony released their live 2009 performance of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9; a DVD recording of the same by the Arizona Musicfest followed in 2012.

A South Carolina native, Moody holds degrees from Furman University (voice and cello) and the Eastman School of Music, where he earned his conducting degree with Donald Neuen. He is a Rotarian and has served on the boards of AIDs Care Services, Winston-Salem YMCA, WDAV Classical Radio, and the Charlotte Master Chorale. Moody and his partner, organist Jimmy Jones live in Memphis with their two dogs and one cat. Moody is an avid runner, swimmer, history buff, “Jeopardy!” addict, and snow-skier.

(Matthias Pintscher cont’d) Josefowicz, was premiered in January 2022 with the Cincinnati Symphony. Another 2021-22 world premiere was neharot, a co-commission of Suntory Hall, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Los Angeles Philharmonic, and Staatskapelle Dresden, where he was named Capell-Compositeur. In the 2016-17 season, he was the inaugural composer-in-residence of the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, and from 2014 to 2017, he was artist-in-residence at the Danish National Symphony Orchestra, as well as composer-in-residence at Salzburg Festival and Lucerne Festival.

Pintscher has held titled positions, most recently as the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra’s Artist-in-Association for nine seasons. In 2020, he was Music Director at Ojai Festival, and in 2018-19, he served as the Season Creative Chair for the Tonhalle-Orchester Zürich and Artist-in-Residence at the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. An enthusiastic supporter of and mentor to students and young musicians, Pintscher was Principal Conductor of the

Lucerne Festival Academy Orchestra, ran the Heidelberger Atelier, an academy for young musicians and composers, from 2005 to 2018, and has worked with the Karajan Academy of the Berlin Philharmonic, Music Academy of the West, National Orchestral Institute, and Junge Deutsche Philharmonie. He appears virtually every season with the New World Symphony in Miami. Pintscher has been on the composition faculty of the Juilliard School since 2014.

(Jason Seber cont’d)

A passionate advocate for music education, Seber has led the Honors Performance Series Orchestra in concert at Carnegie Hall, Sydney Opera House, and Royal Festival Hall in London. He is a frequent guest conductor of the National Repertory Orchestra each summer and he has served as the All-State Orchestra conductor for Georgia, Missouri, and Pennsylvania, and upcoming in 2024, Kansas.

(Leonard Slatkin cont’d)

Legion of Honor. He has received the Prix Charbonnier from the Federation of Alliances Françaises, Austria’s Decoration of Honor in Silver, the League of American Orchestras’ Gold Baton Award, and the 2013 ASCAP Deems Taylor Special Recognition Award for his debut book, Conducting Business. His second book, Leading Tones: Reflections on Music, Musicians, and the Music Industry, was published by Amadeus Press in 2017, followed by Classical Crossroads: The Path Forward for Music in the 21st Century (2021). Two volumes of a new series comprising essays that supplement the score-study process are scheduled for release by Rowman & Littlefield in 2024. He is also working on several new compositions.

Slatkin has conducted virtually all the leading orchestras in the world. As Music Director, he has held posts in New Orleans; St. Louis; Washington, DC; London (with the BBCSO); Detroit; and Lyon, France. He has also served as Principal Guest Conductor in Pittsburgh, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, and Cleveland.

(Carl Topilow cont’d)

a marketing specialist at the Cleveland Clinic and performs as violinist with a local community orchestra. Carl’s hobbies include reading, foreign languages, travel, golf, spectator sports, and especially enjoys his time with his two grandchildren, Edie and Arlo. Topilow is proud of the accomplishments of his NRO assistant conductors. The orchestras with which they have held or hold positions include the Annapolis Symphony, Baltimore Symphony, Binghamton (NY) Symphony, Boise Philharmonic, Boston Symphony, Buffalo Philharmonic, Cincinnati Symphony, Cleveland Orchestra, Colorado Symphony, Columbus (OH) Symphony, Evansville Philharmonic, Houston Symphony, Illinois Philharmonic, Indianapolis Symphony, Kansas City Symphony, Limoges (France) Opera, Louisville Orchestra, Naples Philharmonic, New Haven Symphony, Quad Cities Symphony, Richmond Symphony, Santa Fe Symphony, Seattle Symphony, Springfield (MA) Symphony, St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, Symphony of Northwest Arkansas, Symphony in C, Symphony of Southeast Texas, Thunder Bay Symphony, and Toledo Symphony.

Special Guest, Jon Kimura Parker

Pianist Jon Kimura Parker is known for his charisma, enthusiasm, and dynamic performances. A veteran of the international concert stage, he has performed regularly in the Berlin Philharmonie, Carnegie Hall, London’s South Bank, the Sydney Opera House, and the Beijing Concert Hall. He is the Creative Partner of the Minnesota Orchestra, having hosted and given seven concerto performances with them in July 2021 with Osmo Vänska, Karina Canellakis, Ken-David Masur. He is Artistic Director of the Honens International Piano Competition and Artistic Advisor for the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival.

Highlights of Parker’s 2021-22 season include concerto appearances with the Phoenix, Peninsula, San Antonio, Rhode Island, and Kansas City orchestras, a special appearance with the Galilee Chamber Orchestra in Toronto, recitals at series including Portland Piano International, and performances with Cho-Liang Lin at Chamber Music International in Dallas, and with Paul Huang at the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center in New York. He also tours as a member of the Montrose Trio, which he founded with Martin Beaver and Clive Greensmith.

A collaborator in a wide variety of styles, Parker has performed with Doc Severinsen, Audra McDonald, Bobby McFerrin, Pablo Ziegler, and Sanjaya Malakar. As a founding member of Off the Score, he also performed with Stewart Copeland, the legendary drummer of The Police, for the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival’s 20th Anniversary Season, featuring his own arrangements of music by

Prokofiev, Ravel, and Stravinsky.

A committed educator, Parker is Professor of Piano at the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University. His students have won prizes in major competitions internationally, and given concerto performances in the US, Europe, Russia and China. He has also lectured at The Juilliard School, and given master classes at Yale. This season he also chaired the jury of the Hilton Head International Piano Competition.

Parker’s discography of a dozen albums features music ranging from Mozart and Chopin to Barber, Stravinsky, and John Adams. His most recent recording “Fantasy,” built around Hirtz’s Wizard of Oz Fantasy, was described by Musical Toronto as giving “a big, clear picture window of a rich soul and great artistic depth.” His YouTube channel features a series of Concerto Chat videos, which explore the piano concerto repertoire. In addition, his Whole Notes series, featuring performances of great composers, is available on Amazon Prime Video. He is now recording master class videos for Tonebase, on major works of the piano concerto repertoire.

Parker studied with Edward Parker and Keiko Parker, Lee Kum-Sing at the Vancouver Academy of Music and the University of British Columbia, Marek Jablonski at the Banff Centre, and Adele Marcus at The Juilliard School. Parker is an Officer of The Order of Canada and has received Honorary Doctorates from the University of British Columbia and the Royal Conservatory of Music, Toronto.

Alumni String Quartet

Chicago native violist Julius Adams is currently a first-year fellow for the inaugural string quartet fellowship with the Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle in Durham, North Carolina. He joined the COT after serving a 1-year section viola position with the Kansas City Symphony. Julius performed with the NRO for two consecutive summers in 2021 & 2022, serving as co-principal viola in 2022. He earned a Master of Music in Viola Performance from the College-Conservatory of Music at the University of Cincinnati in 2021 where he served as principal viola of the Philharmonia. In 2019, he earned a Bachelor of Music in Viola Performance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he served as principal viola of the UI Symphony Orchestra. He has also served as principal viola for the Colour of Music Virtuosi Chamber and Festival Orchestras, Prague Summer Nights Festival Orchestra, Marrowstone Festival Orchestra, and Kentucky Symphony Orchestra.

The Orquesta de Baja California’s newest Concertmaster, Luis Angel Salazar, is an avid orchestral and chamber musician. He is a former member of the Louisville Orchestra, New World Symphony, Great Falls Symphony, and St Petersburg String Quartet. Luis also regularly plays with the Indianapolis Symphony, Minnesota Orchestra, and the Peninsula Music Festival Orchestra. He is a former fellow of the National Repertory Orchestra, Orchestra of the Americas, Brevard Festival’s Concertmaster Studio, and the Sarasota Music Festival. Luis graduated with his Bachelor of Music Performance from Wichita State University, Master of Music Performance at DePaul University and a Performance Certificate from Cleveland State University. Luis' past teachers include Dr. Omar Hernández-Hidalgo, Evgeny Zvonnikov, Dr. Olga Kaler, and Peter Otto.

Originally from Annapolis, Maryland, Sarah began studying violin at age five, and made her solo debut with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra at age seventeen. Sarah holds a Bachelor of Music from the University of Colorado Boulder under the tutelage of Harumi Rhodes, a Master of Music from Boston University under Bayla Keyes, and recently received an Artist Diploma in Orchestral Studies through the San Francisco Academy Orchestra.

She currently holds positions as principal second violinist of the Vallejo Symphony and section violin in the Modesto and Berkeley Symphonies, and frequently performs with other groups throughout the bay area. When not performing, Sarah enjoys knitting increasingly long scarves, practicing latte art, and reading chamber music with friends.

Originally from the Bay Area of California, Jessamyn began studying cello at age nine. She recently completed a one year position as Interim Principal Cellist of the Louisville Orchestra, and will complete her master’s degree at the Manhattan School of Music in the fall, where she is currently studying Orchestral Performance with Alan Stepansky. She also holds a Bachelor of Music from the Cleveland Institute of Music where she studied with Dr. Melissa Kraut.

She enjoys playing music of all kinds, but orchestral and chamber music are what she loves most. When away from her cello, Jessamyn enjoys spending time outside in the sun, and hanging out with her cat Honey Bee.

SARAH ELERT

Violin

JESSAMYN FRY

Cello

LUIS ANGEL SALAZAR AVILA

Violin

JULIUS ADAMS

Viola

August 15 - 24

When the NRO season ends, the music continues at the Alpenglow Chamber Music Festival.

Rieko Aizawa and Jesse Mills, Artistic Directors

Jesse Mills, violin

Rieko Aizawa, piano

Aaron Boyd, violin

Ara Gregorian, viola  Ole Akahoshi, cello

CONCERTS

Matt Landry, saxophone  Peter Kolkay, bassoon Horszowski Trio: Ensemble-in-Residencepiano, violin, cello

Music on an intimate scale

TICKETS: $30

General admission Students are free

Thursday, August 15, 7 pm | Silverthorne Pavilion

Higdon’s “Dark Wood” for bassoon and piano trio, music of Mozart, Schubert, Schoenberg, and Gershwin

Thursday, August 22, 7 pm | CMC, Breckenridge

Zwilich’s Quintet for saxophone and string quartet, Smetana’s iconic piano trio, Dvorak and more

SOIREES

An evening of music and socializing

TICKETS: $125 Champagne, wine and abundant appetizers

Saturday August 17, 6 pm | Private home in Breckenridge

A bassoon masterpiece by Saint-Saëns, a unique violin sonata by Ravel and a hidden treasure by Nadia Boulanger

Saturday August 24, 6 pm | Private home in Silverthorne

Essential classics by Beethoven and Brahms, plus the rarified and exquisite world of classical saxophone

Concert details and tickets at alpenglowchambermusic.org

Photo: Elaine Collins

Photo: Elaine Collins

Meet the Orchestra

Each year 80 young musicians are chosen to perform with the National Repertory Orchestra, where they are trained for professional careers in music over the course of our eightweek Summer Music Festival. All musicians accepted into our intensive summer program receive full tuition, room, and board during their stay, amounting to a $10,000 merit-based scholarship per student.

During their stay in Breckenridge, the musicians undergo rigorous training and delve into a vast array of repertoire— more than any festival of its kind. Participants will undergo immersive orchestral and chamber performance opportunities under the tutelage of Music Director Michael

Stern and our impressive host of guest conductors, as well as receiving instruction in masterclasses and sectionals. They also take part in our Community Engagement program (pg. 18), where they perform in a variety of free performances throughout Summit County, to create a vibrant cultural experience for our community while learning important fundamentals about becoming socially conscious musicians.

The program's distinguished alumni populate the stages of major orchestras globally, a testament to the transformative impact their time at the NRO has on our musicians.

Musicians: Strings

Sadie Hamrin VIOLIN co-concertmaster

William Thain VIOLIN co-concertmaster

Hometown

Bemidji, Minnesota

Education

Baylor University, Bachelor of Music (2022)

McGill University, Master of Music (2024)

BONNIE KIRSCHENBAUM CHAIR

Kuan-Pei Chen VIOLIN

Hometown Changhua, Taiwan

Education

National Taiwan Normal University, Bachelor of Music (2021)

Boston University, Master of Music (2023)

Boston University, Doctor of Musical Arts (2028)

ANN BREWSTER CHAIR

Hometown

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Education

McGill University, Bachelor of Music (2019)

University of Michigan, Master of Music (2022)

JANA EDWARDS AND RICK POPPE CHAIR

Hometown Columbia, Missouri

Education

Northwestern University, Bachelor of Music (2023)

University of Michigan, Master of Music (2025)

ADRIENNE AND ALLEN FRECHTER CHAIR

Hometown Temecula, California

Education

University of California at Los Angeles, Bachelor of Music (2025)

University of California at Los Angeles, Bachelor of Science (2025)

BARBARA STRAUSS AND PAUL FINKEL CHAIR

Hometown

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Education

University of Michigan, Bachelor of Music (2023)

Manhattan School of Music, Master of Music (2025)

TERRI AND GEORGE BARILE CHAIR

Hometown Carbondale, Illinois

Education

Bob Jones University, Bachelor of Music (2026)

LIBBY BORTZ CHAIR

Hometown Jeonju, South Korea

Education

Sookmyung Women’s University, Bachelor of Music (2023)

Manhattan School of Music, Master of Music (2025)

JOANNE MASICA CHAIR

Solveig Geenen VIOLIN principal violin II

Janice Hu VIOLIN associate principal violin II

Eugenia Cho VIOLIN

Micah Hyink VIOLIN

Dayeon Jang VIOLIN

Hometown Boulder, CO

Education

University of Colorado Boulder, Bachelor of Music (2024)

University of Colorado Boulder, Bachelor of Arts Chemistry (2024) MICHAEL STERN CHAIR

Hometown

South Pasadena, California

Education

San Francisco Conservatory of Music Bachelor of Music (2025)

JUHREE WENDL CHAIR

Hometown

Chevy Chase, Maryland

Education

University of Maryland, Bachelor of Music (2023)

University of Maryland, Master of Music (2025)

JANET AND ROB MILES CHAIR

Hometown Columbus, Ohio

Education

Manhattan School of Music, Bachelor of Music (2026)

HAMILL FOUNDATION CHAIR

Hometown Gwangju, South Korea

Education

Chonnam National University, Bachelor of Music (2021)

Manhattan School of Music, Master of Music (2023) Professional Studies Certificate (2024)

DEBRA FOX AND DR. JULES ROSEN CHAIR

Hometown Hong Kong, SAR

Education

University of Toronto, Bachelor of Music (2022)

McGill University, Master of Music (2025)

MARK AND BARBARA PUCCIA CHAIR

Hometown Monterey, California

Education

California State University of Long Beach, Bachelor of Music (2024)

BARBARA AND SAM MCCLENEGHAN CHAIR

Hometown Bakersfield, California

Education

California State University of Long Beach, Bachelor of Music (2025)

TOM AND EMILY WAHL CHAIR

Sam Jarvis VIOLIN

Elisa Jeon VIOLIN

Anna Kelleher VIOLIN

Cecilia Martin VIOLIN

Minjoo Moon VIOLIN

Yuen Ying (Jess) Ng VIOLIN

Nathan Nguyen VIOLIN

Brian Shih VIOLIN

Musicians: Strings

Eleanor Sturm VIOLIN

Mumin Turgunov VIOLIN

Jiddu Vega VIOLIN

Iris Wu VIOLIN

Hometown Carson City, Nevada

Education

University of Massachusetts at Amherst, Bachelor of Music (2023)

University of Maryland at College Park, Master of Music (2025)

KATHY AND JOHN LANDON CHAIR

Aaron Lockhart VIOLA principal viola

Hometown Las Vegas, Nevada

Education

San Francisco Conservatory of Music, Bachelor of Music (2021)

University of Colorado, Boulder, Master of Music (2024)

ANNE MILLS CHAIR

Hometown

Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Education

ICM - Park University, Bachelor of Music (2025)

VERA STERN DONOR ADVISED FUND CHAIR

Michael Brennan VIOLA

Hometown Patchogue, New York

Education

Manhattan School of Music, Bachelor of Music (2019)

University of Memphis, Master of Music (2023)

PATRICE AND RON LARA CHAIR

Hometown Miami, Florida

Education

McGill University, Bachelor of Music (2019)

University of Michigan, Master of Music (2022)

NEWMAN’S OWN FOUNDATION CHAIR

Jowen Hsu VIOLA

Hometown: Taipei, Taiwan and Naples, Florida

Education

University of Michigan, Bachelor of Music (2020)

University of Michigan, Master of Music (2022)

SUMMIT FOUNDATION CHAIR

Hometown Taipei, Taiwan

Education

New England Conservatory of Music, Bachelor of Music (2025)

FIRST RESPONDERS CHAIR

We worked hard, we played hard, and made so many connections with wonderful people from all over the world.”

-AARON LOCKHART, VIOLA ‘23

Hyunwoo Jeoung VIOLA

Alexis Mitrushi

Sarah Nichols

Schölch

Hometown Columbus, Ohio

Education

Baldwin Wallace University, Bachelor of Music (2025)

BRECKENRIDGE GRAND VACATIONS CHAIR

Hometown Houston, Texas

Education

Oberlin Conservatory, Bachelor of Music (2022)

Mannes School of Music, Master of Music (2024)

BRECKENRIDGE ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE CHAIR

Hometown

Albany, New York

Education

Baldwin Wallace University, Bachelor of Music (2023)

University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, Master of Music (2025)

JOHN TOBEY EVENTS CHAIR

Haley Rasmussen CELLO principal cello

Hometown Pacific Grove, California

Education

California State University at Long Beach, Bachelor of Music (2024)

ALPINE BANK CHAIR

Hometown Hanover, Germany

Education

Oklahoma City University, Bachelor of Music (2022)

DePaul University, Master of Music (2024)

CARIN AND BILL SIMPSON CHAIR

Christine Kao

CELLO associate principal cello

Hometown

Kaohsiung, Taiwan

Education

National Taiwan Normal University, Bachelor of Music (2022)

Northwestern University, Master of Music (2025)

TOWN OF SILVERTHORNE CHAIR

Hometown Willow Grove, Pennsylvania

Education

Carnegie Mellon University, Bachelor of Fine Arts (2023)

Carnegie Mellon University, Advanced Music Studies Certificate (2024)

SANDRA MORTENSEN CHAIR

Hometown Chiayi, Taiwan

Education

National Taiwan Normal University, Bachelor of Music (2023)

Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, Master of Music (2025)

DR. GLEN AND BOBBIE ZELKIND CHAIR

VIOLA

VIOLA

Sophia

VIOLA

Daisy Swanson VIOLA

Aiden Yi-Hung Jeng VIOLA

Musicians: Strings

Matthew Rhee

Martha Sprague

Hometown Houston, Texas

Education

Oberlin Conservatory, Bachelor of Music (2027)

TERRI AND JERRY BELVER CHAIR

Hometown

Syosset, New York

Education

Gordon College, Bachelor of Music (2022)

Cleveland Institute of Music, Master of Music (2025)

CLIMAX MOLYBDENUM COMPANY CHAIR

Andrew Vinther

DOUBLE BASS principal double bass

Hometown Norman, Oklahoma

Education

Oberlin Conservatory, Bachelor of Music (2019)

McGill University, Master of Music (2023)

SHARON MAGNESS BLAKE AND ERNIE BLAKE CHAIR

Hometown

Lynwood, Washington

Education

The Juilliard School, Bachelor of Music (2025)

VAIL RESORTSEPIC PROMISE CHAIR

Hometown Chicago, Illinois

Education

Cleveland Institute of Music, Bachelor of Music (2022)

DePaul University, Master of Music (2024)

ANNETTE AND KEN HALLOCK CHAIR

Lindy Billhardt

Hometown Cambridge, Massachusetts

Education

Boston University, Bachelor of Music (2018)

Boston University, Master of Music (2025)

TIMOTHY FAUST PHOTOGRAPHY CHAIR

Hometown: Seattle, Washington

Education

Cleveland Institute of Music, Bachelor of Music (2024)

HELEN LEMAY CHAIR

Hometown

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Education

Oberlin Conservatory, Bachelor of Music (2018)

Michigan State University, Master of Music (2018)

MONEY ARENZ FAMILY CHARITABLE FUND CHAIR

CELLO

CELLO

CELLO

Julia Weldon CELLO

DOUBLE BASS

Benjamin Merte DOUBLE BASS

Madeleine Hearn CELLO

BRECK FILM FEST

Hometown Houston, Texas

Education University of Houston, Bachelor of Music (2026)

DOWNSTAIRS AT ERIC’S CHAIR

Hometown Ambler, Pennsylvania

Education

Cleveland Institute of Music, Bachelor of Music (2023)

Northwestern University, Master of Music (2025)

TOWN OF FRISCO CHAIR

SEPTEMBER 19-22, 2024

Playing in the NRO has enhanced my orchestral experience immensely. Being in an environment that closely simulates life as a professional has given me tools that I will take into the rest of my career.”

- SARAH GOLDBERG, TRUMPET ‘23

Colin Roberts

DOUBLE BASS

Alexander Wallack

DOUBLE BASS

Musicians: Winds

Hometown

Somers, Connecticut

Education

Curtis Institute of Music, Bachelor of Music (2027)

KAREN AND JAMES WARRICK CHAIR

Hometown San Diego, California

Education

University of California at Santa Barbara, Bachelor of Music (2022)

University of Texas at Austin, Master of Music (2024)

CPR CLASSICAL CHAIR

Hometown

Hudson, Wisconsin

Education

New England Conservatory of Music, Bachelor of Music (2023)

Shepherd School of Music at Rice University, Master of Music (2025)

JOHN AND ELIZABETH* CROSSMAN CHAIR

Hometown Bradenton, Florida

Education

Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, Bachelor of Music (2022)

Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, Master of Music (2024)

STEVE CORNEILLIER CHAIR

Hometown Boynton Beach, Florida

Education

Florida State University, Bachelor of Music (2018)

Cleveland Institute of Music, Master of Music (2020)

MARK ADDISON CHAIR

Hometown

Evansville, Indiana

Education

Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, Bachelor of Music (2018)

New England Conservatory of Music, Master of Music (2020)

University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, Doctor of Musical Arts

ROBERT AND CYNTHIA BENSON CHAIR

Hometown Prairieville, Louisiana

Education

University of Michigan, Bachelor of Music (2023)

University of Texas at Austin, Master of Music (2025)

SUZY ILIFF WITZLER CHAIR

Hometown Seattle, Washington

Education

University of Washington, Bachelor of Music (2021)

New England Conservatory, New England Conservatory (2023)

BRECK CABIN COMPANY CHAIR

Emily DeNucci FLUTE

Rebecca Huynh FLUTE

Elizabeth Kleiber FLUTE

Graeme Sugden FLUTE

Anish Raj Pandit OBOE

Nadia Para OBOE

Sam Rockwood OBOE

Adrian Gonzalez OBOE

Najee Greenlee CLARINET

Juliyan Martinez CLARINET

Víctor Martínez Jara CLARINET

Rodolfo

Hometown Flint, Michigan

Education

Rice University, Bachelor of Music (2026)

SAMUEL L. BUFFORD AND JULIA METZGER CHAIR

Duncan Henry

Hometown Savage, Minnesota

Education

St. Olaf College, Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Arts (2022)

University of Minnesota, Master of Music (2025)

ALAN AND KATHY SONNANSTINE CHAIR

Hometown Atlanta, Georgia

Education

The Juilliard School, Bachelor of Music (2024)

TOWN OF DILLON CHAIR

Hometown Astorga, Spain

Education

The Norwegian Academy of Music, Bachelor of Music (2018)

The Norwegian Academy of Music, Master of Music (2020)

JEAN DEPETERS CHAIR

Hometown Brownsville, Texas

Education

University of North Texas, Bachelor of Music Education (2022)

Boston University, Master of Music (2025)

SHARI AND CHRIS DORTON CHAIR

Hometown

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Education

Emory University, Bachelor of Science (2023)

Cleveland Institute of Music, Master of Music (2025)

MICHAEL AND MARYLYNN EIPPER CHAIR

Hometown Conway, South Carolina

Education

University of South Carolina, Bachelor of Music (2025)

PAT AND STEVE LARSON CHAIR

Hometown Southlake, Texas

Education

Curtis Institute of Music, Bachelor of Music (2026)

TOWN OF BRECKENRIDGE CHAIR

MirelesManzano CLARINET

BASSOON

Nathan Muz BASSOON

Aaron Nealy BASSOON

Diego Peña BASSOON

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Musicians: Brass

Elizabeth Crafton HORN

Catherine Dowd HORN

Hometown Savannah, Georgia

Education

Curtis Institute of Music, Bachelor of Music (2027)

JIM AND JUDY GRAUNKE CHAIR

Hometown Cincinnati, Ohio

Education

New England Conservatory of Music, Bachelor of Music (2020)

Carnegie Mellon University, Master of Music (2025)

REGGIE AND PAMELA GRAY FAMILY CHAIR

Hometown New Braunfels, Texas

Education

West Virginia University, Bachelor of Music (2025)

University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, Master of Music (2022

JULIET WHITCOMB AND ELLIOT SCHRAGE CHAIR

Hometown Frisco, Texas

Education

Northwestern University, Bachelor of Music (2023)

DAVE PFEIFLE CHAIR

Hometown Brooklyn, New York

Education

The Juilliard School, Bachelor of Music (2023)

The Juilliard School, Master of Music (2025)

PROJECT HEALING WATERS CHAIR

Hometown Tucson, Arizona

Education

Cleveland Institute of Music, Bachelor of Music (2025)

HIGH COUNTRY CONSERVATION CENTER CHAIR

Hometown Hudson, Ohio

Education

Curtis Institute of Music, Bachelor of Music (2027)

ANONYMOUS CHAIR

Hometown Clarksville, Maryland

Education

Northwestern University, Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Arts (2024)

BEAVER RUN RESORT AND CONFERENCE CENTER CHAIR

Alex Daiker HORN

Lily Kern HORN

Jeremy Bryant TRUMPET

Chris Petrella TRUMPET

Megan Radcliffe TRUMPET

James Picarello HORN

Musicians: Brass

Richard Stinson

Darren Brady TROMBONE

Hometown Marietta, Georgia

Education

Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, Bachelor of Music (2022)

The Juilliard School, Master of Music (2024)

BEVERLEY MCARTHUR CHAIR

Hometown Collegeville, Georgia

Education

Eastman School of Music, Bachelor of Music (2026)

JOAN MANLEY

HOULTON CHAIR

Hometown Baltimore, Maryland

Education

The University of Michigan, Bachelor of Music (2024)

MICHAEL MOLLOY CHAIR

Hometown Fort Worth, Texas

Education

The Juilliard School, Bachelor of Music (2025)

ELIZABETH HAINEN AND DAVE DEPETERS CHAIR

Hometown Chicago, Illinois

Education

Northwestern University, Bachelor of Music (2023)

The Juilliard School, Master of Music (2025)

JANE KING* CHAIR

Hometown Newnan, Georgia

Education

The University of Miami, Bachelor of Music (2027)

ANNETTE AND GERRY FRICKE CHAIR

TRUMPET

Sarah Goldberg TROMBONE

Reid Harman BASS TROMBONE

Cameron Hall TUBA

Cooper Cromwell-Whitley TROMBONE

Musicians: Percussion, Harp, Piano

David A. Cavazos PERCUSSION

Jeremy Davis PERCUSSION

Hometown

Centennial, Colorado

Education

Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University, Bachelor of Music (2026)

M.A. DEEN CHAIR

Hometown Monterrey, Mexico

Education

University of North Texas, Bachelor of Music

COL (RET) J. L. BERKHEISER CHAIR

Hometown Los Angeles, California

Education

University of Southern California, Bachelor of Music (2023)

Rice University, Master of Music (2025)

BARBARA AND JIM CALVIN CHAIR

Hometown Oviedo, Florida

Education

The Juilliard School, Bachelor of Music (2023)

New England Conservatory, Master of Music (2025)

SALLY AND BRUCE QUEEN CHAIR

Hometown Okemos, MI

Education

Cleveland Institute of Music, Bachelor of Music (2023)

Cleveland Institute of Music, Master of Music (2024)

ROBERT FOLLETT CHAIR

Hometown Potomac, Maryland

Education

Northwestern University, Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Arts (2027)

NANCY FRENCH CHAIR

Hometown Park City, Utah

Education

University of Utah, Bachelor of Music (2023)

New England Conservatory, Master of Music (2025)

PAM PIPER YEUNG AND DR. KAI YIU YEUNG CHAIR

Jordan Fajardo-Bird PERCUSSION

* DECEASED

AJ Hudson TIMPANI

Rebekah Hou HARP

Hannah Zhang PIANO

Jakob Schoenfeld PERCUSSION

Photo Credit: Erin Morley as Olympia in Offenbach’s” Les Contes d’Hoffmann

Photo: Marty Sohl/Metropolitan Opera

Ways to Give

YOUR SUPPORT COUNTS!

When you contribute to the NRO, you are not just supporting a performance, you are investing in the future of classical music. Over 70% of our budget comes from charitable giving, ensuring that our young professional musicians have life-changing opportunities and enabling us to offer innovative education and community engagement programs for all ages and abilities.

Annual Giving

Support the Orchestra you love and the future of classical music with a gift today! Whether you choose to allocate your gift to our greatest need or a specific program/initiative, your support makes a meaningful impact.

Endowment

Your gift to the National Repertory Orchestra Endowment Trust is invested in perpetuity. A portion of the earned income is used to support NRO’s education mission, and all excess earnings reinvested, allowing the fund to grow.

READY TO MAKE A GIFT? HERE’S HOW

Online

Please visit NROmusic.org or scan the QR code below to make a one-time donation or to schedule recurring gifts.

By Stock

With your gift of stock to the National Repertory Orchestra, you receive tax benefits while supporting the future of classical music!

Please visit NROmusic.org for instructions on how to make a gift of stock.

Planned Giving

Designating the National Repertory Orchestra in your will is a great way to make a gift without impacting your current finances and lifestyle. Other gifts like annuities, trusts and IRA rollovers can provide significant tax savings to you.

Mail

To make a gift by mail, please send your check, made payable to:

National Repertory Orchestra PO Box 6336 Breckenridge, CO 80424

Discuss your Options

We encourage you to connect with the NRO to explore how your philanthropic aspirations can align with the various giving opportunities available.

Åsa Armstrong Director of Development asa@nromusic.org (970) 453-5825 x3

As with all tax matters, consult with your tax advisor before proceeding. The National Repertory Orchestra is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Federal Tax ID 84-0566793

2024 Individual Donor Benefits

PROGRAM BOOK, WEBSITE, FROM THE STAGE RECOGNITION PRESENTER'S

$25,000+

Season Underwriter

Masterworks (MW) / Special Concert Series Underwriter

Popular Series Underwriter

Single Concert Underwriter

Musician’s Chair Underwriter

Pre-performance Recognition Loop

Name Listing at Selected Donor Level

EXPERIENCES & EVENTS

Private Conductor's Dinner (Date TBD/current season)

Carl Topilow Society Experiences:

• Music Directors Dinner

• Happy Hour with Michael Stern and Guest Artist

NRO Spotlight Experience (Select One):

• Join the sound-booth crew at a MW concert

• Participate within a percussion sectional with Dave DePeters

NRO Behind the Scenes Experience (Select One):

• Sit within the NRO for one MW rehearsal

• Conduct the Orchestra (one piece) at a Pops concert rehearsal

Meet the Orchestra Events (2)

Planned Giving

WALTER CHARLES LEGACY SOCIETY

In 2004, the National Repertory Orchestra (NRO) established the Walter Charles Legacy Society to recognize individuals who have included the NRO in their estate planning. By including the NRO in your will, trust, retirement plan, or other estate arrangements, you can become a member of this distinguished group. As a Walter Charles Legacy Society member, you will not only be making a lasting impact on the future of the NRO, but you will also be kept informed of the orchestra’s performances and initiatives.

MAKE A PLANNED GIFT AND LEAVE A LASTING LEGACY

By including NRO in your estate plans, you can create a lasting legacy that will continue to impact the future of classical music for years to come.

THE NATIONAL REPERTORY ORCHESTRA ENDOWMENT TRUST

The NRO Endowment Trust was established in 2004 to provide long-term financial support for the organization. A portion of its annual investment earnings are utilized to support the Orchestra’s programs and operations. Your endowment gift provides a sustainable financial foundation for the NRO, ensuring a reliable source of income to support our mission, musicians, and programming. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE NRO OFFICE AT (970) 453-5825 x 3.

ENDOWMENT DONORS

The National Repertory Orchestra thanks those listed below for their vital endowment support and dedication to the NRO.

Pamela and Douglas Adams

Kristin Ahlstrom

Liz and Tuck Aikin

Lovina A. Thompson and Pamela A. Anderson

Åsa and Olin Armstrong

Dennis and Barbara Baldwin

Carlie and Terry Barnhart

Marilyn Beebe

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Harriett Bobo*

Michael Altenberg* and Libby Bortz

Ann Brewster

Sandi and Bill Bruns

Art* and Marilynn Burger

Robert and Irene Burns

David and Kathryn Bussman

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Patti Casey*

Tim Casey

Julie and Jim Chandler

Kathleen Clabby

Mary and Dick Clark

Lesley Cleary

Geraldine Cohen

Bobby and Carol Craig

Dr. and Mrs. Edward Crane*

Brian Moriarty and Joan Davids

M.A. Deen

Laura DeLuca

Elizabeth Hainen and Dave DePeters

William T. Diss

The Family Mayer Foundation, Inc.

Federated Department Stores Foundation

Kathleen and Thomas Fingleton

Tony and Barbara Flitcraft

Robert and Nancy* Follett

Follett Corporation

Douglas Thompson and Jean Follett-Thompson

Cecile Forsberg

Nancy and Tom* French

Annette and Gerry Fricke

Wendy Friedman

Edward and Carolyn Gabelman

Donald and Beverly Gale

Jo Leta Gavit

Reggie and Pamela Gray Family

Mary Lou and John Grossmann

Robin Hadley

Heider Trust

Edward and Gloriann Heinz

The Helen F. Whitaker Fund

The Helen M. Harrison Foundation

Peg and Lee Henry

Alison Heydt

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph G. Hodges Jr.

Marc and Marilyn Hogan

Joel Horwich

Joan Manley Houlton

Judy Hunt

Donald and Susan Alt Johnson

Fred and Carolyn Johnson

Carole and Marvin* Johnson

John Rynes and Mary Lou Johns

Belinda and Anthony Jones Jr.

Terese Kaptur

Jayn and Jerry Karl

Betty and Raymond Keith

James and Diana Kennedy

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

James and Jane Knox

Don and Helen Knutzen

Anita and James Kreider

Sam Kuller

Dr. Tim Steele and Inge La Cour

Patrice and Ron Lara

John and Polly Loewy

Joanne and Dick* Masica

Lee and Barbara Mendel

Eric S Mendelsohn

General Mills

Marion Milton

Sandra Mortensen

Harriet Neiman

Jose-Luis Novo

Catherine Payne

Pete* and Linda Kay Peterson

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Rotary Foundation of Summit County

John G. Russell*

Fred and Barbara Schiller

Marc and Joelle Schlesinger

Frank and Jen Schrage

Linda and Paul Schutt

Robert Kent Scott

Sam Sherstad

Tara Sieber

Sarah Smith

Steve and Sandee Smith

Maxine and Martin Solomon

Pat Spitzmiller*

Jan and Sheldon Steinhauser

Harold Herring and Susan Lee D. Stevens

Melissa Witzler Stone

Anne Stonington*

David Street

David and Zandra Swenson

Gretchen* and John Swift

Kate and James* Taucher

Mr. and Mrs. William D. Taylor

Lee and Kathy Terry

Pat and Jack Thomas*

Charles and Kathy Vasilius

Barbara and Mark Vonderheid

Lou Wagner

Patty and Ed Wahtera

Dr. Roberta Waldbaum

Robert and Nadyne Walton

Larry and Nancy Warren

Juhree Wendl

Dave and Mary Whitham

Pam and Sonny Wiegand

Cap* and Suzy Iliff Witzler

Pam Piper Yeung and Dr. Kai Yiu Yeung

*Deceased

TO JOIN THE WALTER CHARLES LEGACY SOCIETY OR BECOME AN ENDOWMENT

DONOR, CONTACT THE DEVELOPMENT OFFICE. THEY WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH MORE INFORMATION AND ASSIST YOU WITH THE PROCESS: (970) 453-5825 x 3.

Season Tribute Gifts

Honorary and memorial gifts to the NRO are thoughtful ways to celebrate the legacy and impact of loved ones while providing vital support to our mission. Each tribute has an esteemed place with the National Repertory Orchestra.

IN HONOR OF CONTRIBUTIONS

MADE BETWEEN MAY 1, 2023 AND APRIL 15, 2024

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Åsa and Olin Armstrong

Elizabeth Hainen and Dave DePeters

Marcia Poirier

Karla Schapansky

David DePeters

Margarita Montanaro

Reggie and Pam Gray

Michael Lipfield

Sy and Elinor Katz

Adele and Erwin Gelfand

Joe Kovac

William Acton

Anne Mills

Jeanie McCarthy

Anne and Bill* Mills

Crosby Living Trust

Sandy Mortensen

Åsa and Olin Armstrong

Elizabeth Hainen and Dave DePeters

The Family Mayer Foundation, Inc.

Steve and Karen Passow

Beth Steele and Mike McGhee

Jerome and Helen Smith

Michael Stern

William and Marilyn Taylor

IN MEMORY OF CONTRIBUTIONS

MADE BETWEEN MAY 1, 2023 AND APRIL 15, 2024

Ron Apte

Charles Dinarello

Barrie Alix Chi

Emile Chi

Kathleen Corneillier

Steve Corneillier and daughters Brittony and Nicole

Adam J. DePeters

Jean DePeters

Nancy Follett

Tony and Barbara Flitcraft

Mary Alice "Mae" Jones

Charles R. and Jane F. Olsen

Jane and Don King

Alan and Diana Anick

Åsa and Olin Armstrong

Elizabeth Hainen and Dave DePeters

Lawrence Lessin, MD

Eric and Francie Mendelsohn

Michael Massey

Elizabeth Hainen and Dave DePeters

Barbara Eaton

Thomas and Miriam Farmakis

Jack Holmes

Kathleen Lawrence

Connie Talmage

David McArthur

Beverley McArthur Family Charitable Fund

Dr. John A. McCulloch

Barbara McCulloch

Dr. Alan L. Smith

Mark and Carla Ewing

Annie Pearl Treaccar

Annette and Ken Hallock

Leonard Waldbaum

Dr. Roberta Waldbaum

Charles Wetherbee

Steve Corneillier

Carl Topilow

Scott Mozlin

Cooper Cromwell-Whitley

Carol D Hamilton

Pam Piper Yeung and Dr. Kai Yiu Yeung

Steve Piper

TO MAKE A GIFT IN HONOR OR IN MEMORY OF A SPECIAL PERSON, CALL THE DEVELOPMENT OFFICE AT (970) 453-5825 x 3 OR VISIT NROMUSIC.ORG

Cap Witzler

Anonymous

Åsa and Olin Armstrong

Janet and Brad Bradbury

Sheila Cleworth

Elizabeth Hainen and Dave DePeters

Lisa Gardner

Lee and Peg Henry

Doree Hickman

Lesley A. Riker

Melissa Witzler Stone

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Season Donors & Supporters

FUNDERS & PARTNERS

Generous Support from corporations, foundations, government agencies and trusts continue to sustain the NRO every year. These crucial partnerships help fund concerts, education and free outreach programs as well as special projects. We are immensely grateful to each contributor who made a gift between May 1, 2023 and April 15, 2024, to make our 2024 concert season possible.

$15,000 AND UP

Summit Foundation

Town of Breckenridge

$10,000 - $14,999

Alpine Bank

Climax Molybdenum Company

Newman’s Own, Foundation

Town of Dillon

Town of Silverthorne

Vail Dance

Vera Stern Donor Advised Fund

$5,000 - $9,999

Anonymous

Breckenridge Grand Vacations/BGV Gives

The Hamill Foundation

$2,500 - $4,999

Bessemer Trust Company

Breckenridge Associates Real Estate, LLC

John Tobey Events

Money Arenz Family Charitable Fund

$1,000 - $2,499

Kaighin and Marian Watts Family Fund

Lloyd J. King and Eleanor R. King Foundation

Summit County Rotary Club

Summit Seniors

TO JOIN OUR NRO FAMILY OF SUPPORTERS, CALL THE DEVELOPMENT OFFICE AT (970) 453-5825 X3 OR VISIT NROMUSIC.ORG

The Bill and Carolyn Schwartz Family Fund of Triangle Community Foundation

The Family Mayer Foundation, Inc.

Timothy Faust Photography

Town of Frisco

$500 - $999

Community First Foundation

Crosby Living Trust

Eric and Jill Flamm Charitable Fund

Greenberg Family Foundation

Wind Crest, Inc

IN-KIND DONORS

The NRO welcomes in-kind contributions that are budgetrelieving and align with IRA guidelines and support the NRO’s mission. We are immensely grateful to each contributor listed here, who made a gift between May 1, 2023 and April 15, 2024, to make our 2024 concert season possible.

Larry Abston

Peter Anwyl

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center

Breckenridge Brewery

Breck Cabin Company

Breckenridge Grand Vacations

Ann Brewster

Thayis and Jim Dionne

Downstairs at Eric’s

Wally and Maggie Ducayet

Brian Duchinsky

Lloyd Edelberg

Carrie Fuller

Georgian Square Joint Venture

Annette and Ken Hallock

Jim and Jeanie Hammond

Lynda McNeive and Lynn E. Hornbrook

Joan Manley Houlton

Becky and Warren Johnson

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Dr. Milton and Gail Klein

Jared Klein

Kathy and John Landon

Earl and Victoria Lehrer

DONOR DESIGNATED GIFTS

Helen Lemay

Luigi’s Pizza

Nancy and Kevin Malone

Kieran Maye

Mary McCarthy

Beth Steele and Mike McGhee

Michael’s Italian Restaurant

Janet and Rob Miles

Anne Mills

John Morris

Barry Nelson

Piante Pizzeria

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Dave and Cynthia Rosengren

William Rothenmeyer

Jay and Kathleen Rust

Jost and Margot Schmitt

Steve and Sandee Smith

David Solomon

Lois Stuart

Kate Taucher

Timothy Faust Photography

Town of Breckenridge

Town of Frisco

Vail Resorts - EpicPromise

Louis Voit

Barbara Vonderheid – Vonderheid & Associates, PC

Kaighin and Marian Watts

Ruth and Nathan Wilson

Sonny Wiegand – Wiegand Attorneys & Counselors, LLC

Windy City Pizza & Pub

Pam Piper Yeung and Dr. Kai Yiu Yeung

Donor designated gifts are unique opportunities to direct your support towards a specific established cause or program that resonates with you. We are immensely grateful to each contributor who has made a donor designated gift between May 1, 2023, and April 15, 2024, to make our 2024 concert season possible

GUEST CONDUCTOR FUND

$30,000+

The Guest Conductor Fund provides essential funding to bring in top-tier guest conductors who elevate performances and enrich both musician and audience experiences.

Robert and Cynthia Benson

HOUSING FUND

$20,000+

The Housing Fund supports Summer Music Festival fellows with rent-free housing, ensuring equal access to life-changing education opportunities.

Barbara and Jim Calvin

TRAVEL FUND

$15,000+

The Travel Fund provides a stipend to all unpaid Summer Music Festival fellows to assist with travel expenses to and from the festival.

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

STEVE AND PAT LARSON ARTIST IN RESIDENCE PROGRAM

$10,000+

The Steve and Pat Larson Artist in Residence Program provides emerging musicians with a unique opportunity to learn from industry leaders, through masterclasses, seminars, and sectionals, gaining fresh perspectives, techniques, and artistry that are crucial for navigating a career in the music world.

Steve and Pat Larson

COMMUNITY LINK/HOST FAMILY FUND

$5,000+

The Community Link/Host Family Fund connects the Summer Music Festival fellows with the local community through a plethora of activities and experiences beyond the concert hall. It gives the fellows a deeper, more authentic understanding of the people they’re performing for. And on the flip side, it opens up a window for locals to get an inside look at the fellows’ creative process, their inspirations, and what drives them as artists.

Barbara and Jim Calvin

BIG INSTRUMENT FUND

$4,500+

The Big Instrument Fund offers financial aid to musicians who require assistance with transportation costs associated with their large instruments.

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

NRO ARTS SCHOLARSHIP

$250 - $1,000

The National Repertory Orchestra Arts Scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior of Summit High School who is planning to pursue a degree in the field of Arts or Arts Administration.

Åsa and Olin Armstrong

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Elizabeth Hainen and Dave DePeters

Nancy French

Individual Donors

The NRO is essential to the future of classical music. From enjoyable concerts throughout Summit County to guest artist appearances, education programs and free community events, our summer festival continues to thrive because of annual support from friends like you. We are immensely grateful to each contributor who has made a gift between May 1, 2023 and April 15, 2024, to make our 2024 concert season possible.

PRESENTER’S CIRCLE

$25,000 AND UP

Robert and Cynthia Benson

Col (ret) J. L. Berkheiser

Barbara and Jim Calvin

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel

Robert Follett

Robin Hadley

Jane King*

Bonnie Kirschenbaum

Anne Mills

Jana Edwards and Rick Poppe

Karen and James Warrick

MAESTRO’S CIRCLE

$10,000-$24,999

Mark Addison

Ann Brewster

M.A. Deen

Annette and Ken Hallock

Patrice and Ron Lara

Steve and Pat Larson

Helen Lemay

Samuel L. Bufford and Julia Metzger

Janet and Rob Miles

Michael Molloy

Dave Pfeifle

Sally and Bruce Queen

Debra Fox and Dr. Jules Rosen

Juliet Whitcomb and Elliot Schrage

Alan and Kathy Sonnanstine

Michael Stern

CONDUCTOR’S CIRCLE

$5,000-$9,999

Sharon Magness Blake and Ernie Blake

Libby Bortz

Steve Corneillier

Nancy French

Reggie and Pamela Gray Family

Beverley McArthur

Sandra Mortensen

Tom and Emily Wahl

Suzy Iliff Witzler

ARTIST’S CIRCLE

$3,000-$4,999

Terri and George Barile

Terri and Jerry Belver

John and Elizabeth* Crossman

Jean DePeters

Elizabeth Hainen and Dave DePeters

Shari and Chris Dorton

Michael and Marylynn Eipper

Adrienne and Allen Frechter

Annette and Gerry Fricke

Jim and Judy Graunke

Joan Manley Houlton

Kathy and John Landon

Joanne Masica

Barbara and Sam McCleneghan

Mark and Barbara Puccia

Juhree Wendl

Pam Piper Yeung and Dr. Kai Yiu Yeung

ORCHESTRA’S CIRCLE

$1,000-$2,999

Åsa and Olin Armstrong

Sara Burks

Buddy Greisch and Sherrie Calderini

Jon and Kelly Edmiston Callen

Howard and Sue Carver

Jan and Charlie Cole

Betsy and Ron Cytron

Linda Dameron

Susan Propper and Donald Dankner

Stephen and Suzanne Day

Susan Delaney

Charles Dinarello

Kurt and Cynthia Doerr

Wally and Maggie Ducayet

Rebecca and Samuel Eden

Linda Ewald

John and Jean Fitzgerald

Tony and Barbara Flitcraft

Kipp and Helen Friedli

Lisa Gardner

Dan and Johanna Gibbs

Beth and Neil Groundwater

Jim and Jeanie Hammond

Carolee and John Hayes

Sandra Holdgreve

Mr. and Mrs. James Hourihan

Rich and Dee James

Carole Johnson

Belinda and Anthony Jones Jr.

Glen and Georgia Kraatz

Jeanie and Mike Kramer

Dan A. Lewis

Donald and Marie Ann Logan

Gary Martinez

Paul and Anthea Millar

Gordon Miller

Pam and Jack O’Neil

Bonnie Orkow

Barbara Pollack

Tom and Ann Rader

Dave and Cynthia Rosengren

Carolyn and Bill Schwartz

Helen and Jay Smith

Martin and Maxine Solomon

James and Rebecca Spearot

Pat Spitzmiller*

William and Marilyn Taylor

Janey and Russ Trowbridge

Joanne Michalski and Michael Weeda

Christine Yuhas

Dr. Glen and Bobbie Zelkind

UP TO $999

Anonymous (19)

Larry Abston

William Acton

Bill and Kathy Adams

Matthew Adler

Heidi Aggeler

Janet Allenby

Alan and Diana Anick

Leah Arnold

Rita and Jeffrey Aron

Bradford Barnhart

Terry and Carlie Barnhart

Richard and Linda Bateman

Jan and Barry Bischoff

Alan Nye and Jeanne Blaine

Christopher Alleman and Joshua Blanchard

John and Emily Blankinship

Donna and Michael Boender

Craig and Annette Bolt

Thomas Bonfili

Beatriz Bonnet

Janet and Brad Bradbury

Mary and Dick Bremer

Peter Brinckerhoff

Tom Brown

Bruce and Jeanie Bundy

Bruce Camping

Scott and Janie Cantine

Susan Carlson

Tim Casey

Chris and Jen Cawley

Emile Chi

Sheila Cleworth

Geraldine Cohen

Elaine Collins

James and Katherine Conely

Michael Connolly

Dana Cottrell

Diane Courchene

Mike Crawford

Margot Crowe

Andrea Diamond

Robert and Lisa Dieckhaus

Becky and Kevin Durham

Allison Eagan

Barbara Eaton

Barrett and John Edstrom

Michael and Alice Epstein

Ann Erickson

Mark and Carla Ewing

Thomas and Miriam Farmakis

Chris and Rose Field

Jeffrey Franke

Ronald and Jacque Frazzini

Diane and Henry Fuchs

Deborah Gaensbauer

Jake Gallegos

Maia Gardner

Joan and Lester Garrison

Adele and Erwin Gelfand

Jeffrey Germanotta

Michael and Rosemary Ginzberg

Leigh Girvin

Mr. and Mrs. Bob and Judy* Girvin

Deena and Brian Graham

Suzanne Greene

Patricia Gunckel

Carol D Hamilton

Scott Hamilton

Don and Jeanette Hansen

Jeffrey G. Hargis

Peg and Lee Henry

Doree Hickman

William Hieber

Joel and Christine High

Tom and Gigi Hillyer

Steven and Ellen Hirsch

Jack Holmes

Lynda McNeive and Lynn E. Hornbrook

Katherin and Duane Howell

Judy Hunt

Nancy N. Hurd

Kenneth Hutchins

Joan Hutchinson

Eric and Thale Jarvis

Rebecca and Chris Jennings

Kay and Carl Jensen

Larry and Judy Johansen

Margaret Johnson

Susan Juergensmeier

Anne Kern

Judy and Steve Knapp

Craig Phillip Knox

Jim and Polly Kuelbs

Karen and Gary Lach

Dr. Tim Steele and Inge La Cour

John Lafollette

Margery and Donald Langmuir

Kent and Bonnie Lattig

Kathleen Lawrence

Jean and Ted Lawson

Jean Leach

Steve Levy

Andrew and Sally Lewis

Jason Lichtenwalter

Cheri Linden

Peggy and David Lindstrom

Mary Jo Liston

Carol and Wayne Lockwood

Susan Lovato

Jeannie Mann

Darlena and Tom Marmins

Michael and Faye Masanoff

Martine Matzke

Jeanie McCarthy

Barbara McCulloch

Beth Steele and Mike McGhee

Dominique McLerran

James and Mary McShane

Eric and Francie Mendelsohn

Judy L Miller

Rich and Carolyn Miller

Robert and Susan Miller

Roger and Janet Millnitz

CJ Milmoe

Margarita Montanaro

Richard Jackson and Cheryl Moskal

Daria and Larry Moskowitz

Scott Mozlin

Sam and Kathy Munoff

Michael Murphy

Sheila Nevin

Dianna Obrien

Rick O’Brien

Kendra and Arthur O’Hayre

Charles R. and Jane F. Olsen

Deloris Ouren

Wendy Timm and Jack Owczarczak

Steve and Karen Passow

Travers Paterson

Steve Piper

Marcia Poirier

Suzanne Price

Frank Rabbio

Joseph G Rakoski

Sandy and Gail Richardson

Lesley A. Riker

Tad Riley

Tim Riley

Andrew and Karen Ritz

Dr. John Roehm

Elise Murphy Rowe

Cyndi Tanaka and Larry Rowley

Jessica and Harry Ruda

Jay and Kathleen Rust

Paul and Cindy Sale

Karla Schapansky

Marc and Joelle Schlesinger

Lisa Schultz

Andy Searls

Richard and Beth Seeley

Charles I Shofnos

June Skinner

Terry J. Smith

Ray and Sharon Smith

William Snyder

Jacqueline Stone

Melissa Witzler Stone

Michael Stretchberry

Mike and Karen Svetlic

Michael Lipfield and Jill Tabak

Connie Talmage

Kate Taucher

John and Pat Taylor

Lee and Kathy Terry

John Thorne

Deb and Ken Torrington

June Twinam

Debra S. and Harold Tyber

Elaine and Alan Wade

Dr. Roberta Waldbaum

Linda and Richard Wiesner

Robert Williams and Treva Womble

Mary Jane and Hans Wurster

Susan and Austin Young

Scott Yule and Karen McDonough-Yule

* Deceased

Our Partners

GOVERNMENT FUNDERS

CONCERT FUNDERS

EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

FUNDERS

LODGING AND TRANSPORTATION PARTNERS

RESTAURANT PARTNERS

COLLABORATION PARTNERS

Barbara Strauss and Paul Finkel • Pat and Steve Larson • Summit County Rotary Club • Summit Seniors