Program Book: Feb 2022 | The Great Gatsby with Scott Terrell

Music Director Finalists Season SPRING / FALL 2022

Yaniv Attar

Scott Terrell

Andrew Crust

Tania Miller

Alastair Willis

Eric Garcia

Radu Paponiu

Yaniv Segal

Vlad Vizireanu

Scott Terrell

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2022, 7:30 PM

The Great Gatsby

CORONADO PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

Proud sponsor

RO-842705-21

of the Rockford Symphony Orchestra.

2

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

There are many instruments used when practicing law.

We play them all.

815.490.4900 | hinshawlaw.com ©2021 Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP | Attorney Advertising

rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

3

Conducting Business in Rockford for More Than 50 Years!

Proud to Support the Rockford Symphony Orchestra

morrisseyfamily.com 4

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

5

Savant is proud to support the 2021-2022 RSO Season.

Enjoy the show!

Savant Wealth Management is a nationally recognized fee-only wealth management firm that offers integrative investment management and financial planning solutions to individuals, families, foundations, trust funds, retirement plans and non-profit organizations.

To learn more, call for a complimentary consultation today.

INVESTMENTS | FINANCIAL PLANNING | TAX | PRIVATE TRUST | RETIREMENT PLANS

Savant Wealth Management (“Savant”) is an SEC registered investment adviser headquartered in Rockford, Illinois. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk. A copy of our current written disclosure Brochure discussing our advisory services and fees is available upon request or at www.savantwealth.com. The scope of the services to be provided depends upon the needs of the client and the terms of the engagement.

815.227.0300 savantwealth.com 6

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

Contents Letter from the Conductor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Program.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Orchestra Roster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Guest Artist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Conductor Biography. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Program Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-16 Larsen Legacy Campaign. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Corporate and Foundation Contributors.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Leadership Giving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Individual Contributors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 23-24 Tribute Gifts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Encore Society. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Contracted Musicians. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 RSO Administration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency’s Partners in Excellence program

Additional support comes from the Rockford Area Arts Council

rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

7

Letter from the Conductor First let me say, it is an enormous honor leading this fine ensemble, the Rockford Symphony Orchestra. What a thrill for me to be here!

In constructing this program, I imagined what it must have been like to be a composer in America in the 1920-1940s. Hollywood was in its infancy, where film music was just beginning to make its mark. Composers traversed many “styles”, without the modern labels often attached to works such as Broadway, film, or “serious” music. Jazz was raging in major cities across the country, and the draw of this musical wonderland was attracting European composers to America. This was my overarching thought, as I put these works together to form this evening’s offering.

Recognized during her lifetime as a trail blazing composer, Florence Price’s music has recently been reintroduced to mainstream orchestral repertoire. I think you will soon discover that her concerto is a marvel: a piece full of melodic inspiration, classic concerto fast-slow-fast form, and infused rhythmic vitality. Jazz rhythms and harmonies abound, with the slow movement serving as a stunning duet between oboe and the solo piano.

Our program titled “The Great Gatsby” draws its inspiration from the opening work by John Harbison. This overture, with its saxophone solo, gives us a look into the operatic world inspired by Gatsby – through the sound world of a living composer. Both biting and whimsical, it is a festive curtain-raiser that hearkens back the Roaring 20s.

Copland, Korngold, and Gershwin comprise the second half of this evening’s concert.

While known certainly for their concert works, all three had established their presence in the realm of film music. Copland’s work for English horn and trumpet, Quiet City, transports the listener into the desolate spaces found in metropolitan areas. It is a haunting and stunningly beautiful work, which is direct contract to the Much Ado About Nothing suite of Korngold. This incidental music to Shakespeare’s drama highlights the creativity, color, and melody often found in his music. Korngold was a brilliant orchestrator, and we explore rich string sonorities, horn calls, and evocative sounds from the harp, harmonium, and piano throughout the course of this five-movement suite.

Certainly, the 20th century produced no greater tunesmith than George Gershwin.

This gift for song made him the ideal choice for Broadway and film alike. This suite of songs (arranged by Robert Russell Bennett) touches on some of his greatest hits from Damsel in Distress to his timeless score, An American in Paris.

It is my hope you find tremendous enjoyment in this concert, and it is a privilege to bring this wonderful music to the Rockford community.

Musically yours,

Scott Terrell

8

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

The Great Gatsby Saturday, February 12, 2022, at 7:30 p.m.

Coronado Performing Arts Center

Rockford Symphony Orchestra Scott Terrell, conductor Tengku Ahmad Irfan, piano Remembering Gatsby (Foxtrot for Orchestra)

John Harbison (b. 1938)

Piano Concerto in One Movement

Florence Price (1887 – 1953)

Tengku Ahmad Irfan, piano - INTERMISSION -

Quiet City

Aaron Copland (1900 – 1990) Mark Baldin, trumpet Ruth Aurand Casserly, English horn

Suite to Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, Op. 11

Erich Wolfgang Korngold (1897 – 1957)

Ouvertüre Mädchen im Brautgemach Holzapfel und Schlehwein (Marsh der Wache) Intermezzo (Gartenszene) Hornpipe

Gershwin in Hollywood

George Gershwin (1898 – 1937) Arr. Robert Russell Bennett

Guest artists on RSO concerts are supported by an endowment gift from Richard Nordlof.

Hotel accommodations for guest artists are provided by Holiday Inn of Rockford.

This evening’s performance will be broadcast on WNIU/90.5 or 105.7 FM on February 21, 2022 at 7p.m.; audio streaming available at northernpublicradio.org.

Graciously sponsored by:

rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

9

Orchestra Roster The Great Gatsby, February 12, 2022

Violin 1 Michèle Lekas, Concertmaster Rachel Handlin, Assistant Concertmaster Eric Pidluski Denise Connolly Wendy Evans Joanna Bryk- Roberts Hanna Bingham Christine Chon Marty Hackl Pamela Lutter Violin 2 Azusa Tashiro, Principal Lisa Chodorowski Kathryn Siegel Tara Hayes Susan Oliverius Brandon Lamm Emily Lin Annarita Tanzi Beth McQuaid

10

Viola Anthony Devroye, Principal Annika Sundberg David Beytas Nick Munagian Esther Delamater Rebekah May Hannah Lamm Teresa Wilmot Cello Michael Beert, Principal Lisa Bressler David Bednarek Paul Gronquist Richard Yeo Mark Anderson Margaret Daly Bass Weldon Anderson, Principal Doug Bistrow Tim Shaffer Stephen Reichelt John Floeter Jason Niehoff

Flute Scott Metlicka, Principal Jean Bishop

Trombone Rick Seybold, Principal Brian Rogers

Oboe Laura Medisky, Principal Ruth Aurand Casserly

Bass Trombone Darren Castellanos, Principal

Clarinet Darlene Carl-Beck, Principal Colleen Griggs Patrick Rehker

Tuba Joshua Wirt, Principal

Bassoon Karl Rzasa, Principal Josh Fleming

Percussion Kerry Knodle, Principal Dan Bretz Collin Boltz

Horn Kathryn Swope, Principal Renee Vogen Beth Kinch Katherine Ritter Trumpet Mark Baldin, Principal Paul Semanic Saphra Mikal

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

Timpani Sarah Christianson, Principal

Harp Nanette Felix, Principal Piano Jayne Latva, Principal Harmonium/Celeste Joel Ross, Principal

Guest Artist Tengku Ahmad Irfan, piano Malaysian-born Tengku Irfan has appeared around the world as a pianist, composer, and conductor, and has been praised by The New York Times as “eminently cultured” and possessing “sheer incisiveness and power.” Irfan has performed with orchestras worldwide, and his compositions have been premiered by highly-acclaimed orchestras and ensembles.

Tengku started his piano lessons at age seven and developed an interest in composing shortly after. His major debut performance was at age 11, performing Beethoven’s Piano Concerto in E-flat with the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, where he improvised his own cadenzas for all three movements.

Other performance highlights include the Juilliard Orchestra, AXIOM, Singapore Symphony Orchestra, Sao Paulo State Youth Orchestra, Estonian National Symphony Orchestra, Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, Aspen Chamber Symphony, Peoria Symphony Orchestra, MDR Sinfonieorchester, Aspen Philharmonic Orchestra, Lexington Philharmonic, Minnesota Orchestra, and a solo recital at La Virée classique in Montreal, on invitation from Kent Nagano. Tengku also won the Aspen Music Festival Prokofiev Piano Concerto No. 2 Competition in 2013 and was resident pianist for the Aspen Contemporary Ensemble for four consecutive years beginning in 2014.

Tengku’s career as a composer has garnered three ASCAP Morton Gould Awards and a Charlotte Bergen Award with performances and premieres by orchestras such as the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, the Singapore Symphony Orchestra, Peoria Symphony Orchestra and the MDR Simfonieorchester. His orchestral composition titled Keraian, was premiered by the New York Philharmonic at Avery Fisher Hall, with Case Scaglione conducting.

Tengku was a double major in piano and composition in the Juilliard Pre-College program (under Yoheved Kaplinsky & Ira Taxin). He currently studies at the Juilliard School as a double major in piano and composition under Yoheved Kaplinsky and Robert Beaser respectively, and also studies conducting with Jeffrey Milarsky and George Stelluto. Tengku served as Teaching Artist Intern for the New York Philharmonic Composer’s Bridge Program and is a proud recipient of the Juilliard School Kovner Fellowship Award.

rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

11

Conductor Scott Terrell Beginning January 2021, Scott Terrell is the newly named Director of Orchestral Studies at Louisiana State University (LSU), following two decades of teaching and conducting including at the Aspen Music Festival and School. He was Music Director of the Lexington Philharmonic from 2009-2019, where he transformed the orchestra with imaginative programs, engaging presence, and artistic excellence.

As an international guest conductor, recent debuts included the Pittsburgh Symphony, San Diego Symphony, Orquesta Filarmónica de Bogotá, and Fort Worth Symphony. In 2021/22, Scott will lead the Rochester Philharmonic, Baltimore Symphony, Toronto Symphony, Mostly Modern Festival, and a return to the Aspen Music Festival. He has conducted orchestras worldwide including the Philadelphia Orchestra, Houston Symphony, St. Louis Symphony, Vancouver Symphony, National Arts Centre Orchestra, Opera Colorado, Opera Hong Kong, Colorado Symphony, Arizona Opera, Minnesota Opera, Minnesota Orchestra, Rotterdam Philharmonic, Hong Kong Sinfonietta, Milwaukee Symphony, and the Spoleto Festival.

Scott was Music Director of the Lexington Philharmonic for a transformative decade in the organization’s history. He re-invigorated and raised the artistic level of the ensemble, expanded collaborations, and increased audience and community support.

He visioned and endowed a Composer-in-Residence. The orchestra was awarded numerous Copland Awards, highlighting his ongoing commitment to contemporary American composers. He also presented many innovative theatrical projects during his tenure that helped significantly to grow audiences. They included Philip Glass’ Icarus at the Edge of Time, Peter Boyer’s The Dream of Ellis Island, Christopher Theofanidis’ The Legend of the Northern Lights, and Charlie Chaplin’s Gold Rush. In addition, he initiated an Artist-in-Residence partnership with the University of Kentucky Medical Center – bringing artists Midori, Johannes Moser, Inon Barnatan, Simone Porter, Pablo SainzVillegas, Time for Three, and the Canadian Brass.

He served as Resident Conductor and Director of Education for the Charleston Symphony Orchestra, and prior to that was Assistant Conductor of Minnesota Orchestra. A native of Michigan, he is a graduate of Western Michigan University, and the University of Minnesota in orchestral conducting. Scott was chosen as a fellowship conductor for the inaugural season of the American Academy of Conducting at the Aspen Music Festival under Music Director, David Zinman. At Aspen, he was awarded the prestigious Conducting Prize from David Zinman, an award recognizing exemplary musicianship and promise.

When not teaching or conducting, Scott is an avid golfer (and golf fan), biker, runner, and hiker.

Scott’s website: www.scottaterrell.com.

12

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

Program Notes John Harbison Remembering Gatsby (Foxtrot for Orchestra) John Harbison was born on December 20, 1938 in Orange, New Jersey. The score for Remembering Gatsby calls for two flutes (one doubling on piccolo), two oboes (one doubling on English horn), two clarinets, two bassoons, two trumpets, two horns, two trombones, one tuba, timpani, percussion, piano, and strings. The duration is approximately 6.5 minutes.

Rereading F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic The Great Gatsby in the early 1980s, John Harbison conceived the idea of making it into an opera. He shaped his initial musical ideas into Remembering Gatsby, composed for the Atlanta Symphony in 1985. It is a nostalgic look at the foxtrot, the primary dance rhythm of the 1920s. In 1995, when Harbison was commissioned by the Metropolitan Opera to compose an opera based on Gatsby, he incorporated Remembering Gatsby into the overture. The opera was premiered by the Met in December 1999.

This short work encompasses some of the most important aspects of Gatsby’s character. Set entirely to an underlying quickstep beat, it opens with darkly passionate chords, reflecting Gatsby’s obsessions, ambition, and love for Daisy, which drive his life. There follows a cool understated foxtrot melody that appears to portray the emotionally empty and false persona Gatsby displays at his lavish parties for people he barely knows but craves to impress. Harbison continues with four increasingly emotive variations on the foxtrot theme, which eventually fade into the wee hours – like Gatsby’s parties.

A graduate of Harvard, Hochschule für Musik in Berlin, and Princeton, Harbison has been teaching at MIT since 1969. His musical development has been shaped by his experience as an accomplished jazz pianist, violist in a string quartet, and conductor of choral music. He has been composer-in-residence with many musical organizations (the Pittsburgh Symphony, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Santa Fe Festival, Tanglewood, and others) and received the Pulitzer Prize for music in 1987 for his cantata The Flight into Egypt. In 1989 he was named a MacArthur “Genius” Fellow.

Florence Price Piano Concerto in One Movement Florence Price was born on April 9, 1887 in Little Rock, Arkansas, and died on June 3, 1953 in Chicago, Illinois. The score for her Piano Concerto calls for one flute, one oboe, two clarinets, one bassoon, two trumpets, two horns, two trombones, timpani, percussion, and strings. The duration is approximately 18 minutes.

Florence Price joined the already small field of AfricanAmerican classical composers to become the first AfricanAmerican woman composer to have a work played by a major orchestra. Born into a middle-class family in Little Rock, Arkansas, she received support from her dentist father in addition to early training in piano from her mother.

Given the impossibility of getting a proper musical education in Little Rock, she traveled to Boston, where she earned degrees in organ performance and piano pedagogy. rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

13

Program Notes Rather than remain in a more comfortable northern environment, Price returned to Little Rock and established a teaching career between 1907 and 1927 in two African-American colleges. She eventually became head of the music department at Clark College in Atlanta. After her marriage, she moved with her husband to Chicago, where she continued her education in composition. In 1932, she achieved national recognition when she won first prize in the Wanamaker competition for her Symphony No. 1, which was premiered the following year by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

Like so many Black composers of this period, Price supplemented her income by playing organ gigs for silent movies and writing choral or vocal arrangements for churches. And like so many women composers, she produced a significant body of art songs. Contralto Marian Anderson featured her arrangement of the spiritual “My soul’s been anchored in de Lord” and Price’s own Songs to the Dark Virgin with a text by Langston Hughes.

Most of her manuscripts were thought to have been lost, but in 2009 a trove of them were discovered in an abandoned house in St. Anne, Illinois. It turned out that the house had been the Price’s summer home.

Price composed the Piano Concerto in 1931-32 and premiered it in Chicago in 1934 with her as soloist. There is no record of any further performances, and the score disappeared, only a twopiano version and a few orchestral parts surviving. In 2011, composer Trevor Weston (b. 1967) reconstructed the Concerto successfully, and it began to enter the repertoire. Then, in 2019, a copy of the original orchestration appeared at auction. Finally, in February 2021, after some 85 years, the original version was heard again, with the Philadelphia Orchestra.

In a letter to the conductor Serge Koussevitzky, Price acknowledged the two big strikes against her: Her race, and her sex. But there was a third: in the 1920s and 30s, her late-Romantic musical language was unacceptable to Classical music trend-setters – unless your name was Rachmaninov, whose musical language this Concerto speaks.

While it is referred to as “in one movement,” the Concerto is actually in three distinct sections, played without pause. While the first and longest section recalls Rachmaninov with all the pianistic flourishes, the main theme offers echoes of African-American spirituals. The second, Adagio, is a more direct exposition of a Black spiritual, including blue notes. The playful third section brings in the joyous rhythm and tunes of the Juba dance.

Aaron Copland Quiet City Aaron Copland was born on November 14, 1900 in Brooklyn, New York, and died on December 2, 1990 in North Tarrytown, New York. The score for Quiet City calls for trumpet, English horn, and strings. The duration is approximately 10 minutes.

In 1938 Aaron Copland was asked to write incidental music for an experimental drama by Irwin Shaw called The Quiet City. The play involved a young trumpet player who imagines the nocturnal fantasies of other people in a great city. The play, however, was too experimental and was cancelled after the dress rehearsal; all that remained is Copland’s music, scored for trumpet, saxophone, clarinet,

14

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

Program Notes and piano. Not willing to let a good thing go to waste, the composer re-scored the work for trumpet and strings, and added an English horn “...for contrast and to give the trumpeter breathing space.” The suite was completed in September 1940 and premiered in January 1941.

While we usually associate the trumpet with loud, assertive music, Quiet City opens and closes gently and meditatively conjuring the palpable stillness of the night and the loneliness of the trumpeter. Even the middle forte section is gentle and introverted.

Erich Wolfgang Korngold Suite to Shakespeare’s Much Ado about Nothing, Op. 11 Erich Wolfgang Korngold was born on May 29, 1897 in Brünn, Austria-Hungary and died on November 29, 1957 in Los Angeles, California. The score for the Suite to Shakespeare’s Much Ado about Nothing calls for one flute (doubling on piccolo), one oboe, one clarinet, one bassoon, two horns, one trumpet, one trombone, timpani, percussion, piano, harmonium, harp, and strings. The duration is approximately 16 minutes.

Erich Wolfgang Korngold is a representative of the last gasp of the late Romantic spirit in Vienna. He never veered from this established idiom and never ventured into modernistic experiments. A true child prodigy, his works were performed in public in Vienna by the time he was 11 (a fact that may have been helped by his father, the music critic of Vienna’s most prestigious newspaper, Neue Freie Presse).

In the early part of the century Korngold was known mainly through his operas (Violanta, Die tote Stadt, Das Wunder der Heliane) but today he is primarily remembered by his pioneering film music, an art he embraced wholeheartedly when he came to Hollywood in 1934 at the urging of the director Max Reinhardt.

Korngold composed 14 numbers for a production of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing in 1920. The play itself contains numerous musical references, including three songs and the requirement for instrumental music. In the 1623 folio edition, the stage directions include “Enter Prince, Leonato, Claudio and Jack Wilson,” the latter a famous stage singer who took the part of Belthasar, who is asked to sing together with Benedick and Claudio. Even before the play was staged, Korngold combined five of the numbers into a suite. Much of the music gives a foretaste of his film music to come.

The Overture is a spirited, light-hearted piece that sets the mood for the spirit of the play.

Movement 2, Maiden in the Bridal Chamber is gentle and dreamy.

Movement 3, March of the Watch, presents Dogberry and Verges, two of Shakespeare’s inimitable low-IQ law-enforcement agents, in a grotesque, three-footed march.

Movement 4, Intermezzo, the garden scene, in which Beatrice becomes aware of her feelings for Benedick.

The final movement, Masquerade-Hornpipe, is the dance music played following Benedick’s order “Strike up, pipers,” but it is a hornpipe with an odd beat.

rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

15

Program Notes George Gershwin Gershwin in Hollywood arr. Robert Russell Bennett George Gershwin was born on September 26, 1898 in Brooklyn, New York and died on July 11, 1937 in Los Angeles, California. This arrangement of Gershwin in Hollywood calls for two flutes, two oboes (one doubling on English horn), three clarinets (one doubling on bass clarinet), two bassoons, four horns, three trumpets, three trombones, one tuba, timpani, percussion, piano, harp, and strings. The duration is approximately 10 minutes.

George Gershwin was the first American composer to make jazz acceptable to the classical music audience. The son of poor Jewish immigrants in lower Manhattan, he was a natural-born pianist and left school at 16 to become a pianist with a Tin-Pan Alley firm, plugging their new songs. He soon commenced writing songs himself, eventually teaming up with his brother Ira as lyricist to become one of the most successful teams of song and musical comedy writers on Broadway.

He transformed that success into a string of immensely successful musicals. From Lady be Good in December 1924 to Let ‘em Eat Cake in October 1933, the opening night of a George Gershwin musical comedy was a social and media event with Gershwin himself usually leading the orchestra.

Robert Russell Bennett (1894-1981) was an American composer and expert arranger and orchestrator, best known for his arrangements of Oklahoma!, The King and I, South Pacific, My Fair Lady, and The Sound of Music. He was famous for his phenomenal memory, usually putting down the final form of his scores in calligraphic notation without having to revise them. He made a medley from eight of Gershwin’s most popular songs from the musicals: I “The Back Bay Polka” from The Shocking Miss Pilgrim II “A Foggy Day” from A Damsel in Distress III “Slap That Bass” from Shall We Dance?

IV “Love Walked In” from The Goldwyn Follies V “Nice Work if You Can Get It” from A Damsel in Distress VI “One, Two, Three” from The Shocking Miss Pilgrim VII “Love Is Here To Stay” from The Goldwyn Follies VIII “They Can’t Take That Away From Me” from The Barkleys of Broadway

Program notes by: Joseph & Elizabeth Kahn | Wordpros@mindspring.com | www.wordprosmusic.com

16

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

Thinking about your business is a big part of ours.

PUT OUR TAILORED INSIGHTS TO WORK FOR YOU. To make confident decisions about the future, middle market leaders need a different kind of advisor. One who starts by understanding where you want to go and then brings the ideas and insights of an experienced global team to help get you there.

Experience the power of being understood.

Experience RSM. rsmus.com

Visit rsmus.com/aboutus for more information regarding RSM US LLP and RSM International.

rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

17

Larsen Legacy Thank you to our Larsen Legacy Campaign Donors The Larsen Legacy Campaign honors Steven Larsen and his final season with the RSO. Gift of $100,000 Rockford Symphony Orchestra Foundation Gifts of $10,000 Dr. & Mrs. William Baskin Dr. & Mrs. Paul Christensen Jack & Colleen Holmbeck Fred & Wendy Young Gifts of $5,000 - $9,999 Don Banks Robin Gausebeck Michael Kikta & Karen Stephenson In memory of John & Lois Kikta Ralph Kreissler In memory of Dorothy E. Kreissler Dick Leighton Ms. LoRayne Logan Mrs. Carol Malmgren Gerald & Diana Ogren Dr. Richard & Karen Olson Drs. Arnold Rosen & Kathleen Kelly Brian Willemot Gifts of $1,000 - $4,999 Anonymous Dr. & Mrs. Ron Burmeister Mr. & Mrs. James Dehler Mrs. Elizabeth Dickinson Ellwyn & Gayle Englof Mr. & Mrs. Frank Flores Dr. & Mrs. Daniel Herdeman Dr. & Mrs. Bill Kobler Mrs. Judith Larson Craig & Lin Milius Marcia L. Mueller In memory of Charles “Chuck” Prorok Ronald F. Peterson Jay & Cathy Pick RSM Dr. & Mrs. James Sadlon Savant Wealth Management Charles & Stella Schroeder Lora E. McClelland & Michael O. Simmons In honor of Amanda Eden & Nicolai Janitzky Jack & Barbara Simon The Stim Family Mr. & Mrs. Russ Stoneback Keith C. Syfert & Linda K. Miller In memory of Charles “Chuck” Prorok Dr. & Mrs. Dean E. Thomas Mike & Judy Thompson Title Underwriters Agency Mr. & Mrs. Doral Watts David & Rosalie Whitehouse In memory of Charles “Chuck” Prorok

18

Gifts of $500 - $999 Gene & Maggie Anderson In memory of Brian Anderson Paul & Teri Baits The Estate of Jean-Marc Bartsch In memory of Jean-Marc Bartsch Kyle & Marge Bevers Capri Restaurant Dr. Ronald Foran & Ms. Martha Dahlberg Joseph & Susan Drennan Mr. & Mrs. De Lon Fox Jason & Louise Gesmer Shirley Holzwarth Mr. & Mrs. J. Laird Lambert Mr. & Mrs. Donald Martin Nancy Matthews Marcia L. Mueller In celebration of Fred & Wendy Young’s 40th Wedding Anniversary Nielsen Chorale Richard & Sandra Niggermann Northwest Bank of Rockford Chris & Megan Perry Sarah Pfluger Virginia Poust Wirsing Tom & Vira Rudnicki Mr. & Mrs. Frank Schepley Schirger Family Brian & Julie Thomas Doug & Diane Wilson Christopher & Sandra Wrate Drs. Mark & Jo Ann Zarnke Gifts of $100 - $499 Anonymous (2) Mrs. Barbara Adam AFHL Law Anna & John Borchers Taylor & Susan Carlin In memory of Charles “Chuck” Prorok Mary Caskey -Ms. Susan Conant Mr. & Mrs. John Cook John & Geri Cygnor Dan & Kirby Doyle Gene & Carolyn Elliott Dr. & Mrs. George English Paula A. Fitzpatrick Michael & Audra Freeze Alan & Marlene Garrett The Piano Doctor Bonnie & Bob Gosdick Ms. Brina Grigg In memory of Charles “Chuck” Prorok Gerrie Gustafson Erich & Jan Hagenlocher Ms. Susan Hansen Margret & Brett Hanson Mrs. Janis Hedrick Madeline Herdeman

Mrs. Nancy Hyzer In memory of Keith Hyzer Beverly Joyce In honor of William & Christine Howard Mr. & Mrs. Timothy Keating Mr. & Mrs. David Klintworth Jerry Kortman & Doc Slafkosky Ms. Constance Kramer Dr. & Mrs. Fredric Kullberg Brian LeClercq Mr. & Mrs. Brian Livingston Mr. Richard Luthin Mark & Mary Madaus Mr. & Mrs. Roger Mahler Katie Malnor Mrs. Marty Mangas Drs. Michael & Karol Manley Faye Marcus Tom & Sandra Mathews Joseph & Mary Rita McCarthy Daniel McCullough In celebration of Steven Larsen’s tenure John & Barbara McNamara Mary Mercer Susan Moller Mr. & Mrs. Parker Moyer Lowell & Carol Nafziger OliverClose, LLC Robert & Amy Phelps Ken & Marth Reinert Carole M. Restuccia In memory of Dr. Robert D. Restuccia Sharon Robertson Martha Rolf Bill & Kathy Scarpaci Tom & Karen Shifo Sigma Alpha Iota William & Karen Sikorski Mr. & Mrs. Richard Silvestrini Steven & Julie Spencer Kyle & Margo Stedman Reid & Anthea Tanouye Duane & Melissa Teske Ms. Patricia Timm & Mr. Roger Kaage John & Kathy Torrence Jim & Jean Twyning Karen Van Howe Dubravka Vedo Tom & Linda Vojtech James & Stephanie Waddell Stephen & Rita Weber Dr. Loyd J. Wollstadt William & Joyce Zartman Ethan Zentz Mr. & Mrs. David Zumdahl Gifts up to $99 Anonymous Dick & Sally Baker Patricia Bartels

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

Kevin & Monna Bergdall Mr. & Mrs. John Buzzard Mr. & Mrs. Cliff Carlson Lori Chappell Ron & Patricia Cox Phil & Shirley Davidson Michael & Nancy Driscoll Rev. Jane Eesley In honor of Rev. Jay and Kris Quinn Ellwyn & Gayle Englof In memory of Charles “Chuck” Prorok LaVona Farney Cindy Fischer Minoo Hagshenas Rev. & Mrs. Gordon Hanstad Leonora Hantke Mr. & Mrs. Robert Harms Cynthia Hill Capt. Jeffrey Keho Jeannine Kleczewski Richard & Nancy Kunnert Ms. Luba Levin In memory of Lyudmila Levina Colleen McDonald In memory of Jim Brechlin William Midgett Lynda Moser Mr. & Mrs. Robert Pauwels Curtis & Selma Peterson Ms. Dorothy Powell Ms. Stephanie Quinn In celebration of Steven Larsen’s tenure Nick & Gayle Scheuer Sancee Siebold Jim & Sharon Smith Sandra Stevens Jim & Patti Tefft Joan Tilson Jack & Dora Tippens Brad & Meredith Townsend Shirley Wooden RSO Musicians Tom & Becky Asher James Brechlin Ruth Aurand Casserly Lisa Chodorowski Barbara Drapcho Jackie Fisher Alison Gaines Jayne Latva Scott Metlicka Saphra Mikal Brent & Ingrid Mullane Joel Ross Karl Rzasa Rick & Julie Seybold Teresa Wilmot Gifts as of January 6, 2022.

RSO Annual Fund Corporations & Foundations Generous support from businesses and foundations help fund the Rockford Symphony Orchestra and specific programs and events each year. These vital partnerships provide support for the RSO’s concert performances, education and outreach programs, and many other projects. The following reflects gifts received towards the Annual Fund in the last year.

$50,000 +

Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity Rockford Symphony Orchestra Foundation Small Business Administration $10,000 - $49,999

815CRT-ART COVID-Response Fund Bergstrom, Inc. ComEd, An Exelon Company Illinois Arts Council Agency Illinois Bank & Trust

Kjellstrom Family Foundation of Northern Illinois Midland Wealth Management Smith Charitable Foundation

$5,000 - $9,999

Arts for Illinois Relief Fund a partnership of Arts Alliance Illinois, the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois, and Kjellstrom Family Foundation Alfred & Ella Peterson Anderson Family Foundation Community Foundation of Northern Illinois Farny R. Wurlitzer Foundation

Hunt Charitable Trust Estate Kjellstrom Family Foundation Endowment Fund Savant Wealth Management William Miller Charitable Trust

$2,500 - $4,999

DiBenedetto and Associates Gloyd Family Foundation

RSM

$500 - $2,499

Aqua-Aerobic Systems, Inc. Estwing Manufacturing Co. Flute Club of Rockford Gordy and Mary Ann Smith Charitable Trust

Greenlee HMC Products, Inc. Jean VanLandingham Fund Rockford Area Arts Council

Sjostrom & Sons Foundation, Inc. UW Health WilliamsMcCarthy LLP

In-Kind

Holiday Inn

John Morrisey Accountants, Inc.

Rockford Park District

Media

100 FM

El Sol de Rockford

Northern Public Radio

WREX

rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

19

RSO Annual Fund Leadership Giving The investments made by our Larsen Circle and Founders Club members allow the Rockford Symphony Orchestra to strengthen our commitment to providing vibrant musical experience to our community. These donors receive special benefits including opportunities to meet RSO musicians and guest artists, and access to the Manager’s Apartment reception at intermission and following performances. The RSO is proud to count the following individuals among its leadership supporters.

Larsen Circle Fellowship ($10,000+)

Anonymous

Dr. & Mrs. Paul Christensen Larsen Circle ($5,000+)

Dr. & Mrs. William Baskin*^ Robin Gausebeck* Bill & Sally Hoff^ Michael Kikta & Karen Stephenson Betty Klingensmith

Dr. & Mrs. Joseph Pittman Drs. Arnold Rosen & Kathleen Kelly^ Mr. & Mrs. Russ Stoneback

Founders Club Fellow ($2,500 - $4,999)

Don Banks Ron & Carol Burmeister Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Chamberlain Ellwyn & Gayle Englof*^ Jack & Colleen Holmbeck*^ Dr. & Mrs. Bill Kobler^ Mrs. Judith Larson

Dick Leighton* Mrs. Barbara McDonough Steve & Donnette Nailor Dr. Arthur Rettig & Hon. Kathryn Zenoff Mr. & Mrs. William H. Shippee Keith Syfert & Linda Miller*^

Founders Club Member ($1,750 - $2,499)

Ronald Armagost Lyn Becknell* Peter & Ann Boline Judith Daykin Dan & Kirby Doyle Dr. & Mrs. Norm Hagman Mr. & Mrs. John R. Johnson Mr. & Mrs. Chris Kovarik Ms. LoRayne Logan*^ Steve & Mary Martin Marcia L. Mueller*^

Dr. Richard & Karen Olson Ronald F. Peterson^ Ellen Poppen Tom & Linda Sandquist Jack & Barbara Simon Brian & Julie Thomas Stephen & Rita Weber Brian Willemot Fred & Wendy Young^ Drs. Mark & Jo Ann Zarnke

* In addition to this gift to the Annual Fund, the donor is an Encore Society Member, having pledged an estate gift to the RSO Foundation which will generate annual funding to the orchestra in perpetuity. ^ In addition to this gift to the Annual Fund, the donor has made a lifetime gift to the RSO Foundation which generates annual funding to the orchestra in perpetuity.

20

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

RSO Annual Fund The Rockford Symphony Orchestra gratefully acknowledges the hundreds of music lovers who contribute to our Annual Fund campaign. Every gift plays an important part in the success of the RSO’s many performances, programs, and education activities.

The RSO is proud to count the following individuals among its most valued supporters with gifts received in the last year.

Symphony ($1,000 – $1,749) Mrs. Barbara Adam Dennis Klapperich & Monique Aduddell Gene & Maggie Anderson Dr. & Mrs. James Barrett Lynell Cannell Mrs. Jean Cassens Mrs. Marilyn Dougherty Thomas & Tami Gaudreau Jim & Mary Lou Gault Matt & Heather Giebel Gerrie Gustafson Kerry Knodle* Mr. Steven Larsen & Ms. Marti Bein Paul & Judy Letourneau John & Karen Messley Craig & Lin Milius Glenn & Gail Palmer Jay & Cathy Pick Dick & Trudy Reynolds Mr. & Mrs. Mark Taylor Dr. & Mrs. Dean E. Thomas Mrs. Carol Waxler Christopher & Sandra Wrate Concerto ($500 – $999) Fr. David Beauvais Kyle & Marge Bevers Dennis & Joanne Blunt Anna & John Borchers Dr. & Mrs. Neil Brogren Alan & Susan Bryant Sandra Campbell Andy Conway Dr. Ronald Foran & Ms. Martha Dahlberg Mr. & Mrs. James Dehler Jeff & Maria Diestelmeier Dick & Emily Diller Dr. & Mrs. Donald Feeney Dr. & Mrs. Stephen Geller

Laina M. Gerace Mrs. Janis Hedrick Warren & Mariel Heinke Dr. & Mrs. Daniel Herdeman Dr. & Mrs. Roger Hilbert Pam Lonsway Brian Molloy Marianna & Herb Page Mrs. Cheryl Parrett Colin & Hana Peterson Ken & Martha Reinert Trish Rooney & Stanton McGroarty Tom & Vira Rudnicki Bill & Kathy Scarpaci Charles & Stella Schroeder Gene & Donna Seefeldt Rick & Julie Seybold William & Karen Sikorski Karen Starr Brad & Meredith Townsend Jim & Jean Twyning Dubravka Vedo Larry & Kathy Wachowiak James & Stephanie Waddell John & Marianne Wahlquist Dr. Ruth Ann Wasson Ethan Zentz Overture ($200 – $499) Mrs. Alice Alfredson Tom & Becky Asher Mr. & Mrs. David Bloomstrand Major General (ret) John & Myrna Borling Susan Bowler Mary Caskey Mr. & Mrs. James Castree Mr. & Mrs. David L. Clendening Mr. & Mrs. John Cook Alan Cooper Ron & Patricia Cox

Phil & Shirley Davidson Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Davis Janet de Guehery John DeWaters & Lenore Lund Philip & Kathy Dierstein Mr. & Mrs. William Dilts Judith Ann Durgom Ms. Lynne Emling Paula A. Fitzpatrick Dr. & Mrs. John R. Foster Mr. & Mrs. De Lon Fox John Fox Barrie & Alan Gibby Jon & Nancy Gramzow Mr. & Mrs. Clifford Gray Mr. & Mrs. Paul Grover Mr. & Mrs. Richard Hager Minoo Hagshenas Mr. & Mrs. Bob Hallstrom Ms. Susan Hansen Margret & Brett Hanson Mark & Kristin Hatch Cynthia Hill Ed & Beth Howard Mike & Lynne Istad Mr. & Mrs. Doug Kruger Mr. George E. Kujawa Mr. & Mrs. J. Laird Lambert Ms. Lorre LaPasso Ms. Betty J. Leeson George & Beverley Letcher Susan Lindsay-Jones Mr. & Mrs. Brian Livingston Kathlynn & James Lockard Mr. & Mrs. Ron Lundstrom Mrs. Marty Mangas Faye Marcus Mr. & Mrs. Donald Martin Thomas & Enid Michalowski Grant & Erin Moore

rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

21

STEM plus Religious Focus and Strong Programs in the Arts.

We are the Area’s Leading STREAM School.

S CIENCE T ECHNOLOGY R ELIGION E NGINEERING A RTS M ATH MAP

Measure of Academic Progress

22

www.RockfordLutheran.org

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

E. Joanne Muck Gerald & Diana Ogren* Raymond & JoMarie Paul David & Linda Poole Terry Raiford Martha Rolf Mr. Daniel Peter & Ms. Ellen Roseberg Jeffrey & Dorice Royce José & Lois Seijo Harley Shepherd Lora E. McClelland & Michael O. Simmons Tyler Smith Mrs. Lynne Sobczak George Strombeck Ms. Patricia Timm & Mr. Roger Kaage Karen Van Howe Richard & Lan Vaughan Richard & Donna Warden William & Joyce Zartman Prelude ($75 – $199) Anonymous (2) Dr. & Mrs. George Arends Dick & Sally Baker^ Don & Cheryl Balsam Mr. Don Bein Anthony & Connie Bonaccio Mrs. Karen Brown Mr. & Mrs. George Bull Dr. & Mrs. Paul Burkholder Lori Bush Mr. & Mrs. John Buzzard Mr. & Mrs. Cliff Carlson Mr. & Mrs. Steven Chapman Ms. Susan Conant Gordon Conover Greg & Lorna Cote Sue Custer John & Frances Donahue Joseph & Susan Drennan Loren & Patricia Due Kurt Duesterhoeft Martha Dunegan Mr. & Mrs. Charles Elliot Gene & Carolyn Elliott Dr. & Mrs. George English Bruce, Jocelyn, & Cynthia Fary Andrew Fenstermacher

Cathy Ferguson-Allen Terrance & Lois Fisher Mr. & Mrs. Frank Flores Mr. & Mrs. Philip Frankfort Laura Frankiewicz & Lucio Bortolin Alan & Marlene Garrett Tom & Gail Giglio Ms. Suzanne Gill Rich & Debbie Gortowski Bonnie Gosdick Peter & Jane Gottlick Dr. & Mrs. Roger Greenlaw Erich & Jan Hagenlocher Keith & Judith Haggestad Rev. & Mrs. Gordon Hanstad Sherri Hayes Tom & Sue Hayes Kent & Jean Heise Mr. & Mrs. John Heisel Jr. Dr. & Mrs. David Helland Robert & Erika Holdmann Don Holt David & Paula Hougan William & Christine Howard Dr. & Mrs. William Hutt Mr. and Mrs. Karl Jacobs Margaret Jindra Audrey Johnson Bonnie Johnson Clifford Johnson Martha Kaiser Nancy Joan Kauzlarich Mr. & Mrs. Timothy Keating John & Margaret Kleber Ed & Charlotte Kletecka Hugh & Sarah Knapp Ms. Constance Kramer Mr. Dave Lantz Mr. & Mrs. Vincent Lara Charlotte Larrison Ronald & Karen Larson Dr. & Mrs. Herbert Lash Ray & Debbie Lecuyer Mr. & Mrs. Ken Lemmel Mr. Richard Luthin Mark & Mary Madaus Mr. & Mrs. Roger Mahler Drs. Michael & Karol Manley

Sandra Martell Tom & Sandra Mathews Frank & Sue McCabe Joseph & Mary Rita McCarthy Daniel McCullough Tom & Sarah McNamara Mary McNamara Bernsten Dora May Meredith Orrin & Dorothy Merritt Judithann Meyer Candace Moore Allan & Cynthia Morrill Doris Mosser Mr. & Mrs. Parker Moyer Thomas Myers Lowell & Carol Nafziger Mr. & Mrs. Robert Nelson Ralph and Sue Norman K. Sue & Bill Null Carol Ann Ostrom Owano Family Charitable Fund Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Pellicore Curtis & Selma Peterson James Petrie Robert & Amy Phelps Matthew & Jessica Piske Ms. Dorothy Powell Mr. James & Dr. Margaret Provenza Jane Reuber Mr. & Mrs. Edward J. Richard John & Anita Richards Ms. Darlene Riddle Dr. & Mrs. Gary Rifkin Elizabeth C. Rogers Bob Schaper Nick & Gayle Scheuer Schirger Family Joe Herreweys & Twila Schock Brent & Lizabeth Schultz Bill & Tammy Schulz Doug & Tammy Scott Tom & Jennie Seeling* Tom & Karen Shifo Bruce & Nancy Shindel Mr. & Mrs. James Smith Molly Soper Steven & Julie Spencer State Farm

rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

23

Kyle & Margo Stedman James & Margaret Stuntz Mike & Judy Thompson John & Pat Timmerwilke Jack & Dora Tippens Matthew & Karen Toohey John & Kathy Torrence

Joseph Valaitis Rudy Valdez Mr. James Vandervort & Ms. Patricia Sment Tom & Linda Vojtech Waterside Financial Advisors Carol Wehmeyer

Lenae Weichel Peggy Werner Paul & Sharon Werther Deanna Wilcox-Sandberg Doug & Diane Wilson Pam & Barbara Wilson Mr. & Mrs. David Zumdahl

* In addition to this gift to the Annual Fund, the donor is an Encore Society Member, having pledged an estate gift to the RSO Foundation which will generate annual funding to the orchestra in perpetuity. ^ In addition to this gift to the Annual Fund, the donor has made a lifetime gift to the RSO Foundation which generates annual funding to the orchestra in perpetuity.

We make every effort to ensure that our listing is accurate. If your name is missing or misspelled, we apologize. Please call the RSO at 815.965.0049; we will make the correction in our next Program.

24

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

Tribute Gifts Honor a loved one by making a donation to the Rockford Symphony Orchestra in their name.

In celebration of Alice Alfredson Harley Shepherd In memory of Arthur Alfredson Mrs. Alice Alfredson In memory of Brian Anderson Gene & Maggie Anderson In memory of Roger Becknell Lyn Becknell In memory of Alice Bein Mr. Don Bein In memory of Jim Brechlin Friends and Family of Jim Brechlin Rock Valley Children’s Choir Rock Valley Master Chorale In memory of Mrs. Barb Campbell Susan Bowler In memory of John A. Durgom Judith Ann Durgom In memory of Rose Mary S. Durgom Judith Ann Durgom In celebration of Bradley Gabbert’s Birthday Gail Gabbert Janis Gabbert Ernie Redfern In celebration of Elena Giglio Tom & Gail Giglio In memory of Robert Gosdick Bonnie Gosdick In memory of Troy Hedrick Mrs. Janis Hedrick In memory of Shirley Holzwarth The Century Club Mrs. Elizabeth Dickinson Bruce, Jocelyn, & Cynthia Fary Andrew Fenstermacher Mr. & Mrs. Philip Frankfort Jennifer Furst Paul Gaziano & Rosemary Collins

Ms. LoRayne Logan Doris Mosser Raymond & JoMarie Paul Mr. & Mrs. Peter Rundquist Doug & Tammy Scott

In memory of Chuck Prorok Matthew & Karen Toohey

In memory of Dick Hynes Anonymous Richard Eckburg Marcia Mueller Jody Perrecone Joseph Valaitis Waterside Financial Advisors Judith Wyatt

In celebration of Carol Rice’s 90th Birthday Dr. & Mrs. Joseph Pittman

In memory of Keith Hyzer Don & Cheryl Balsam In memory of James E. Johnson and James L. Johnson Audrey Johnson

In memory of Carmen & Wilbur Pursley Ms. Betty J. Leeson

In memory of Tom Rogiewicz John Gradick In memory of Selma Rosen Erich & Jan Hagenlocher Thomas Myers In memory of Donald Ross, Robert & Betty Ross Ms. Lynne Emling In memory of Greg Sisler Ms. Betty J. Leeson

In memory of Mary Stuart Johnson In memory of William H. Starr Mr. Don Bein Karen Starr In memory of In honor of Rebecca Swan Holly Beth and Betsy Kaske Elizabeth C. Rogers Anonymous In recognition of The Third Degree In celebration of Phil Klintworth Major General (ret) John José & Lois Seijo & Myrna Borling In memory of Bill Langs In celebration of Julie Thomas Mrs. Merle Langs Ms. Suzanne Gill In memory of Jeanne Lindquist In memory of Rudolf Vedo Harley Shepard Dubravka Vedo In memory of Mary J. Lucas In memory of Dr. Ruth Ann Wasson Helgee & June Wahlquist In memory of Dennis McDonough Mrs. Barbara McDonough In memory of John F. McNamara Barbara McNamara In memory of A. Nekunam Minoo Hagshenas In memory of Ron Parrett Mrs. Cheryl Parrett

John & Marianne Wahlquist In celebration of John Wahlquist’s Birthday John G. Anderson John Klosterboer Bill & Carolyn Kobler Candice Moore William Waller In memory of Don Zimmerman Dennis & Joanne Blunt

rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

25

Ensuring the Legacy of Great Music in Rockford We are grateful to the following leaders who have contributed to the endowment, where their gift will live on forever. $250,000 and above Mr. James Lathers Mr. Richard Nordlof

Classics Series Guest Artist Chair

$100,000 - $249,999 Mary Ann Eibler Loving Trust The Funderburg Foundation John C. McCarthy

Assistant Concertmaster and Principal Cello Chair

$50,000 - $99,000 Dick & Grace Leighton

Youth Concert Education Program

$10,000 - $49,999 Dr. & Mrs. William Baskin Dan & Ruth Nicholas Priscilla & John Cotton Dr. & Mrs. Robert Pasky Gordon & Georganne Eggers Bob & Patty Rhea Ellwyn & Gayle Englof Severson Charitable Isadore Olson Scholarship Fund Remainder Trust DeWayne & Donna Fellows Sterling Charitable Trust RSYO Sterling String Quartet Jim & Carol Gingrich Verona A. Swenson Goddard Family Foundation Keith Syfert & Bill & Sally Hoff Linda Miller Jack & Colleen Holmbeck Glenn Theil Janet Kjellstrom David & Rosalie Whitehouse LoRayne Logan Fred & Wendy Young Mrs. Jane Marlowe $1,000 - $9,999 Mr. & Mrs. Richard Baker, III Ronald F. Peterson Edward J. Enichen Mr. Charles Prorok & Ms. Marcia Mueller Dr. & Mrs. Donald Feeney Caroline Reed Mark D. Johnson In Memory of Roger & Mary Reithmeier KristyAnn Lauren Johnson Brian A. Ritter David D. Kalber Arnold Rosen & Dr. & Mrs. Bill Kobler Kathleen Kelly Kent & Marti Mallquist Dick & Katie Wolff Lisle Menzimer

26

The Rockford Symphony Orchestra Foundation was established in 2007 to build a permanent endowment to benefit the Rockford Symphony Orchestra. The Foundation prudently invests donated funds to generate annual income in perpetuity for the RSO. Special opportunities are available to endow a chair, a program, or to underwrite RSO musicians. Naming chairs or programs recognizes donors (or honors a person dear to a donor) in a most caring and enduring way. Endowed chairs and programs are named in perpetuity.

For more information about supporting the Rockford Symphony Orchestra Foundation, please call 815.965.0049.

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

A Special Thanks Dr. & Mrs. William Baskin Lyn Becknell Ruth Aurand Casserly Ellwyn & Gayle Englof Mrs. Crawford Gates Robin Gausebeck Jack & Colleen Holmbeck Shirley Holzwarth Mrs. Janette Howard Kerry Knodle Dick Leighton Ms. LoRayne Logan Gerald & Diana Ogren Charles J. Prorok & Marcia L. Mueller Joel Ross Tom & Jennie Seeling Keith Syfert & Linda Miller David & Fleur Wright

Are you a member of the Encore Society?

Have you made a bequest through your will or provided another type of estate gift to the Rockford Symphony Orchestra? If so, we hope you will share this information with us.

Remaining anonymous is a choice that is understood and respected by the RSO. But sharing information about your gift can also be an important choice to help us clearly understand your desires and ensure your wishes are carried out.

Informing the RSO about your intentions also allows us to celebrate your generosity and thank you during your lifetime and could inspire others to make a similar commitment.

Unless otherwise designated, all bequests go directly to the Rockford Symphony Orchestra Foundation Endowment Fund, benefitting the RSO in perpetuity.

For more information about becoming a member of the Encore Society, please call 815.965.0049.

rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

27

Rockford Symphony Orchestra with Endowed and Sponsored Chairs Violin I Michèle Lekas, Concertmaster Sponsored by Barbara McDonough Rachel Handlin, Assistant Concertmaster John C. McCarthy Chair Matthew Cataldi Denise Connolly Jacqueline Fisher Gretchen Madson-Sherrell Eric Pidluski Carol Yampolsky Violin II Azusa Tashiro, Principal Lisa Chodorowski Kathryn Siegel Tara Hayes Susan Oliverius Viola Rebecca Swan, Principal Noel Navoa Ria Hodgson Annika Sundberg Nick Munagian Teresa Wilmot Cello Mike Beert, Principal John C. McCarthy Chair Michael Nelson Sponsored by Dr. & Mrs. William Baskin Kerena Moeller James Haugland * Derek Handley Lisa Bressler

Bass Alison Gaines, Principal Sponsored by Dr. Michael Kikta & Ms. Karen Stephenson Weldon Anderson James Brechlin Chair Doug Bistrow Sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. Steve Nailor Flute Scott Metlicka, Principal Sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. John Holmbeck

Trumpet Mark Baldin, Principal Sponsored by Bill & Sally Hoff Paul Semanic Saphra Mikal Trombone Rick Seybold, Principal Brian Rogers

Nicole Frankel Bass Trombone Jean Bishop Mike Zielinski, Principal* Sponsored by Tuba Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Chamberlain Joshua Wirt, Principal** Oboe Sponsored by Laura Medisky, Principal** Drs. Arnold Rosen & Sponsored by Dr. & Mrs. Kathleen Kelly Paul Christensen Timpani Ruth Aurand Casserly

Clarinet Darleen Carl-Beck, Principal Colleen Griggs Patrick Rehker Bassoon Karl Rzasa, Principal Sponsored by Dr. & Mrs. Bill Kobler

Simón Gómez Gallego, Principal Sponsored by Dick Leighton Percussion Kerry Knodle, Principal Harp Nanette Felix, Principal Sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. Russ Stoneback

Piano Joshua Fleming Sponsored by Robin Gausebeck Jayne Latva Joel Ross Gerik Fon-Revutzky Sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. William H. Shippee

*Leave of Absence **Acting Principal

28

Horn Kathryn Swope, Principal** Rob Murphy Beth Kinch Ingrid Mullane

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

Title Underwriters Agency Service, Integrity, Quality It’s not a closing.

It’s an opening.

To relationships.

To finding answers.

To getting solutions.

{

Need an answer fast? Need paperwork yesterday? Need an appointment today? At Title Underwriters Agency, we respond when you need us. We not only return your calls faster than anyone else, we give you the most comprehensive answers and the best solutions to the issues that concern you. We make the whole process as quick and easy as possible, and you can trust us to get the job done on time and done right the first time. We’re all about relationship. We do what it takes to earn your business, and to keep it.

}

Tit l e Un d e r w r it e r s Ag e n c y i s an Ag e nt for C h i c a g o Tit l e In s u r an c e C omp any Waterside Center 126 North Water St. Rockford, IL 61107 ph: (815) 964-9800 fx: (815) 964-0084

Mulford Office 1235 N. Mulford Rd. Rockford, IL 61107 ph: (815) 227-9800 fx: (815) 227-9808

Roscoe Office 4908 Hononegah Rd. Roscoe, IL 61073 ph: (815) 623-3400 fx: (815) 623-3260

Belvidere Office 417 South State St. Belvidere, IL 61008 ph: (815) 544-2222 fx: (815) 544-2244

w w w. t i t l e u n d e r w r i t e r s . c o m

rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

29

RSO Administration Board of Directors

RSO Foundation

Artistic Staff

Officers

Officers

Colin Peterson President

Ellwyn Englof President

John Floeter Personnel and Operations Manager

Joe McCoy Immediate Past President

Bill Kobler Vice President

Ethan Zentz Treasurer

Marcia Mueller Secretary/Treasurer

Tami Gaudreau Secretary

Trustees LoRayne Logan

Directors

Keith Syfert

Donald Banks

David Whitehouse

Judy Bridgeman

Julie Thomas (ex officio)

Andy Conway Gayle Englof Matt Giebel

Marty Hackl Music Librarian Linc Smelser RSYO Conductor Curt Johnsen Production Manager

Administrative Staff Julie Thomas Executive Director Margo Stedman Education & Community Engagement Director Angie Theisen Development and Communications Manager

John Johnson Michael Kikta, M.D.

Matt Guschl Patron Services Coordinator

Kerry Knodle Arnold Rosen, M.D.

Audra Freeze Education and Engagement Coordinator

Thomas Sandquist Russ Stoneback Music Director Emeritus Steven Larsen

Heather Savage Administrative Coordinator

Administrative Office Riverfront Museum Park | 711 North Main Street | Rockford, IL 61103 815.965.0049 (phone) • 815.965.0642 (Fax) rockfordsymphony.com • email: info@rockfordsymphony.com Visit the RSO on Facebook at: facebook.com/rockfordsymphony

30

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

We are proud to be a sponsor of the

Rockford Symphony Orchestra

888-637-2120 | midlandsb.com Midland Wealth Management is a trade name used by Midland States Bank. Investment Products and Services are: Not FDIC Insured | May lose value | No bank guarantee

rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

31

32

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

33

34

Rockford Symphony Orchestra | rockfordsymphony.com

BRINGING MUSIC TO YOUR EARS FOR

WITH THE POWER OF YES! 815.987.4550 nwbrockford.com

MEMBER FDIC

rockfordsymphony.com | Rockford Symphony Orchestra

35