2023-24 Spokane Symphony Season Brochure

2023—2024

EXTRAORDINARY STEP INTO THE

I believe that music is the most direct route from one heart to another. We all know how music can move, transform, comfort and energize us, but sitting among a community of people participating in the same emotions at the same time is one of the most powerful and beautiful experiences I know.

This season we welcome international superstar Yo-Yo Ma to Spokane, a once-in-a-lifetime musical event, as well as an exciting and varied season of classical and pops concerts. Between these series and our special events— like Beethoven’s Ninth on New Year’s Eve, Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker and a live performance of The Empire Strikes Back with the timeless music of John Williams—we’re sure to have something to excite everyone’s musical palette. We offer a doorway to a place removed from the hustling pace of life. A space to enjoy the here-and-now. I invite you to join us, disconnect from the everyday for a short while and explore a world of sound and emotion as together we step into something extraordinary.

JAMES LOWE, Music Director

PHOTO : Danny Cordero

YO-YOMA

WEDNESDAY • SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • 8PM

LOWE THE SPOKANE SYMPHONY conductor

JAMES

Franz Schubert

Symphony No. 8 in B minor “The Unfinished,” D. 759

Antonín Dvořák

Cello Concerto in B minor, Op.104, B. 191

We’re thrilled to bring to Spokane one of the world’s greatest musicians, Yo-Yo Ma. As one of the most versatile and vibrant cellists of our time, his work encompasses and celebrates the joy of human creation. A performance from Yo-Yo always transcends the concert hall, giving you a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

◆ Priority access for subscribers.

◆ All subscribers receive first chance to purchase tickets.

◆ General on sale Wednesday, June 21, 2023.

◆ Discounts do not apply.

◆ Not included in 1,2,3 Go! Subscription package.

◆ Tick eting fees apply.

◆ Seats are based on availability.

SPOKANE SYMPHONY 2023–2024

WHY SUBSCRIBE?

◆ PRIORITY SEATING

Get the same seats for every performance in your purchased series. You can keep your same seats year after year or be first in line for a seat change or upgrade.

NOTE: Take 5 and 1,2,3 GO! packages are seated as availability allows.

◆ DISCOUNTS

Subscription prices are up to 25% off single ticket prices. This means there are NO TICKETING FEES prior to the deadline.

Ticket fees will apply after Friday, September 8, 2023.

◆ ADD-ON DISCOUNT

Add extra tickets to Masterworks or Pops performances for 10% off the single ticket price with no fees prior to September 8, 2023 deadline.

◆ PAYMENT PLAN

Pay for your subscription in up to 3 easy installments.

◆ EASY, FREE TICKET EXCHANGES

Can’t make a concert? As a subscriber, you can exchange your ticket from the concert you’re missing for an extra ticket to another concert within your subscription at no additional fee. While you miss one concert, you can have fun with a friend at another. Masterworks subscribers can exchange one Masterworks concert for one Pops concert and Pops subscribers can exchange one Pops concert for one Masterworks concert during the 2023–24 season.

◆ EXCLUSIVE OFFERS

Access to exclusive special offers, presales, and special events throughout the season.

◆ IMPORTANT DEADLINES

» Subscriber Seat Retention Deadline: Wednesday, June 21, 2023.

» Renew your subscription by this date to keep your same seats. After this date, your seats will be released to sell.

» Single Ticket Public On Sale: Monday, August 14, 2023

» Ticket Fees Apply After: Friday, September 8, 2023

BRING A FRIEND ON US

Invite your friends on us. Order a subscription of all 9 Masterworks concerts or all 5 Pops concerts and we’ll send you a voucher for a pair of free tickets (one voucher per subscription household).

A PLACE CALLED HOME

SATURDAY SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 16 • 7:30PM SEPTEMBER 17 • 3PM

JAMES LOWE DERRICK PARKER

conductor bass - baritone

SULUSTU (BARRY MOSES)

singer Bedřich Smetana

Má vlast, No.2, The Moldau

Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate Chokfi’

Aaron Copland

Old American Songs (Set I)

Traditional Salish Hymn, arr. William Harvey Chaconne on č̓ ʔanwí

Antonín Dvořák

Symphony No.9 in E minor, “From the New World,” Op.95, B.178

What does “home” mean for us? The music performed this weekend explores what it means to feel a sense of belonging — or not — from the homesickness of the immigrant Dvořák to a Salish language hymn via Copland’s boisterous Americana.

PHOTO : Chip Phillips

MORIHIKO SYMPHONIC GRAFFITI

SATURDAY SUNDAY

OCTOBER 21 • 7:30PM

OCTOBER 22 • 3PM

SATURDAY SUNDAY

OCTOBER 7 • 7:30PM

OCTOBER 8 • 3PM

JAMES LOWE MATEUSZ WOLSKI conductor violin

Johannes Brahms Academic Festival Overture, Op.80

Felix Mendelssohn

Violin Concerto in E minor, Op.64

Hannah Kendall

Tuxedo: Vasco ‘de’ Gama

Camille Saint-Saëns Symphony No. 3 in C minor, “Organ Symphony,” Op.78

A vibrant array of works handpicked by the Spokane Symphony musicians, including a contemporary piece based on artwork by JeanMichel Basquiat, the champion of street art and neo-expressionism. We expand our symphonic color with the sound of the organ for Camille Saint-Saëns’ “Organ Symphony.”

MORIHIKO NAKAHARA ZHU WANG conductor piano

Sydney Guillaume Lavil Okap US Premiere

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Piano Concerto No. 21 in C major (Elvira Madigan), K.467

Amy Beach Symphony in E minor, Op.32

Beloved by Spokane, conductor Morihiko Nakahara returns with a program of romantic passions. Amy Beach is the composer of the first published symphony by an American woman, weaving old-world folk songs into symphonic form. Mozart’s beautiful 1785 piano concerto is often used in films—you’ve heard it in Superman Returns, The Spy Who Loved Me, and Elvira Madigan—giving the music its unofficial nickname.

MASTERWORKS 4

BEHOLD, THE SEA

SATURDAY

NOVEMBER 4 • 7:30PM

SUNDAY

NOVEMBER 5 • 3PM

SPOKANE SYMPHONY CHORALE

Alan Hovhaness

And God Created Great Whales, Op.229, No. 1

Ralph Vaughan Williams

Symphony No. 1, A Sea Symphony

Joined by the Spokane Symphony Chorale, we steer for deep waters with Vaughan Williams’ A Sea Symphony. Hovhaness weaves whale song recordings with the orchestra to capture the epic majesty of our planet’s largest creatures, performed with beautiful video footage in the background to make what you hear come alive.

JAMES LOWE conductor

DR. MEG STOHLMANN chorale director

MASTERWORKS 5

HOLLY RACHS!

SATURDAY SUNDAY

JANUARY 20 • 7:30PM JANUARY 21 • 3PM

HOLLY HYUN CHOE CHARLIE ALBRIGHT conductor piano

Britta Byrström A Drama in the Air US Premiere

Sergei Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op.18

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

We welcome rising star Holly Hyun Choe to the podium as she leads the orchestra through works of drama and warmth with her unstoppable energy and charisma.

MASTERWORKS 6

A MESSAGE TO THE STARS

SATURDAY SUNDAY

FEBRUARY 3 • 7:30PM

FEBRUARY 4 • 3PM

Traditional Ukrainian Folksong Watching the Sky and Thinking a Thought

Dario Marianelli “Voyager Concerto”

Nokuthula Ngwenyama Primal Message

Ludwig van Beethoven Symphony No.5 in C minor, Op.67

Fifty years ago, humanity broadcasted a powerful message from our solar system into the unknown containing information about humanity and earth. We celebrate this “Arecibo Message” with music that has been performed in or sent into space alongside the spectacular Voyager Concerto by Academy Award-winning composer, Dario Marianelli.

JAMES LOWE JACK LIEBECK conductor violin

POWER TO THE PEOPLE! ALONG THE SILK ROAD

SATURDAY SUNDAY

MARCH 9 • 7:30PM MARCH 10 • 3PM

SATURDAY SUNDAY APRIL 20 • 7:30PM APRIL 21 • 3PM

Valerie Coleman

Umoja — Anthem of Unity

Dinuk Wijeratne Tabla Concerto

Jean Sibelius Symphony No.2, Op.43 in D major

Sandeep Das, a virtuoso on the Indian tabla drums, leads a prolific international musical career characterized by tradition, innovation, and a passion for spreading love and joy. He joins leading conductor James Ross for an evening of propulsive rhythm.

Ethel Smyth Overture to The Boatswain’s Mate

Leonard Bernstein Serenade (after Plato’s “Symposium”)

Leonard Bernstein Slava! A Political Overture

Dmitri Shostakovich Symphony No.5 in D minor, Op.47

This program explores political leadership and debate, starting with music by Ethel Smyth, a prominent women’s voting rights campaigner.

Glenn Dicterow, long-time concertmaster of the New York Philharmonic and mentor of our concertmaster Mateusz Wolski, performed Serenade many times with Bernstein himself conducting.

Guest Artist Sponsored by the Mary Jewett Gaiser Endowment Fund.

JAMES ROSS SANDEEP DAS conductor tabla

JAMES LOWE GLENN DICTEROW conductor violin

MASTERWORKS 9

EXPO ’74

SATURDAY

MAY 11 • 7:30PM

SUNDAY

MAY 12 • 3PM

JAMES LOWE conductor

DAWN WOLSKI soprano

Dmitri Shostakovich

Festive Overture, Op.96

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Exsultate, jubilate, K.165

Riccardo Drigo

Pas de Deux from Le Corsaire

Piotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Symphony No.4 in F minor, Op.36

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Spokane Expo ’74 with music played that season by the Spokane Symphony.

GET THE LOWEDOWN ON MASTERWORKS

Every Thursday at noon before a Masterworks weekend that he’s conducting, Music Director James Lowe gives you the “LoweDown” on the music. It’s a free, fascinating, and lighthearted talk about the music, including historical context and meaning, juicy gossip about the composers’ lives, music clips, visuals, and our conductor’s quick wit! James also invites a member of the orchestra along to offer their perspective and join in for the Q & A session at the end of the hour.

◆ NOON TO 1:00 PM

Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture’s Eric A. Johnston Auditorium

2316 W. First Avenue, Spokane

KPBX PERFORMANCE

Love what you heard at the last Masterworks concert? Catch it again!

Spokane Symphony Masterworks concerts are featured on KPBX’s “Concert of the Week,” the second Monday after each performance on 91.1 FM at 7pm and streaming on spokanepublicradio.org .

MASTERWORKS AND MIMOSAS

THE FOX THEATER

Tickets: $29

Purchase a subscription of all 6 and save! $156 10am – Noon

Doors open at 9am

Ticket includes mimosa, coffee, and pastries.

Experience a behindthe-scenes look at how Masterworks performances are perfected. Watch the inner workings of the orchestra as James, the musicians, and our guest artist shape and polish each work in the final rehearsal. Enjoy a mimosa, coffee, and locally-baked pastries from Rind & Wheat.

MW1: Saturday, September 16

MW2: Saturday, October 7

MW4: Saturday, November 4

MW6: Saturday, February 3

MW8: Saturday, April 20

MW9: Saturday, May 11

PHOTO : Danny Cordero

FIRST LADIES OF SONG

SATURDAY

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • 7:30PM

Step into the golden age of jazz and swing, where America’s first ladies of song — including Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan, and Lena Horne — ruled the stage.

Carmen Bradford, a superstar jazz singer and charismatic storyteller, brings to life the legendary women who changed the face of music.

MORIHIKO NAKAHARA conductor

CARMEN BRADFORD vocals

POPS 2

POPS 3

SPOKANE SYMPHONY HOLIDAY POPS

SALUTE TO THE USO A BING CROSBY CHRISTMAS

SATURDAY • NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • 7:30PM

SHIRA SAMUELS-SHRAGG SPOKANE JAZZ conductor ORCHESTRA

The Spokane Jazz Orchestra joins the Spokane Symphony in a tribute to the USA and its armed forces with an evening of classic and contemporary American songs.

SATURDAY SUNDAY DECEMBE R 16, 2023 • 7:30PM DECEMBER 17, 2023 • 3PM

MORIHIKO NAKAHARA JAKE BERGEVIN conductor vocals

ho W ard crosb Y

This year we delight in music made famous by Spokane’s favorite friend, with holiday classics from Bing Crosby and other classics. Bing’s nephew Howard Crosby joins us to share memories and lead a Bing Crosby sing-along, and Singer Jake Bergevin returns with his smooth vocals.

PRESENTED BY

POPS 5 POPS

WARNER BROS. DISCOVERY PRESENTS BUGS BUNNY AT THE SYMPHONY MUSIC OF THE NIGHT

SATURDAY • MARCH 16 , 2024 • 7:30PM

SATURDAY • APRIL 13, 2024 • 7:30PM

HUGH PANARO vocals GEORGE DAUGHERTY conductor created and produced b Y GEOR GE DAUGHERTY and DAVID KA LIK WONG

Transport yourself to the heart of New York City, where the lights shine bright and music never stops — Broadway. From the iconic melodies of Phantom of the Opera to the new classics of Wicked and The Book of Mormon, experience the thrill of hearing your favorite show tunes brought to life by the Spokane Symphony and Broadway stars.

Bugs Bunny at the Symphony will pair 16 brilliant, iconic Looney Tunes projected on the big screen while their original classically-infused Carl Stalling scores are played live by the Spokane Symphony, conducted by Emmy Award-winning conductor George Daugherty.

Favorites include What’s Up, Doc?, The Rabbit of Seville, Coyote Falls, Long-Haired Hare, Baton Bunny, and Corny Concerto , plus 5 brand new animated shorts.

SHIRA SAMUELS-SHRAGG MORGAN JAMES conductor vocals

LOONEY TUNES and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s23)

THE SYMPHONY IS FOR EVERYONE

We believe the Spokane Symphony is for everyone. That’s why we’ve created accessible programs that give everyone an opportunity to experience live orchestral music at the beautiful Fox Theater.

FREE ACCESS STUDENT TICKETS (FAST TIX)

Students grades K-12 can attend all Masterworks concerts for free. Age 12 and under must attend with a paid adult.

COLLEGE CARD

College students can attend the entire Spokane Symphony Masterworks season for $40. That’s 9 concerts for less than $5 each! Students can also bring a friend for only $20 with a companion ticket. Purchase must be made through the box office at least 48 hours prior to your first concert.

YOUNG FRIENDS

Teachers and educators can request free tickets to any Masterworks concert for their classroom. Call the box office for details and secure your classroom tickets.

MILITARY DISCOUNT

The Spokane Symphony thanks our brave US Armed Forces for their service to our country. Active duty, veterans, reservists, retirees, and military spouses receive a 10% discount to all Spokane Symphony performances.

LIBRARY TICKETS

Spokane County Libraries and Liberty Lake Library have tickets to select Spokane Symphony concerts. Check with your library for availability and the checkout process.

GROUP DISCOUNTS

» Groups of 10-49: 10% discount

» Groups 50+: 20% discount

» Transit drivers may be eligible for free tickets.

For more information on

any of these programs, call The Fox box office at 509-624-1200.

PHOTOS : Danny Cordero

HOLIDAY PERFORMANCES

HANDEL’S

MESSIAH

THURSDAY • NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • 7:30PM

FRIDAY • NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • 7:30PM

SATURDAY • NOVEMBER 18, 2023 • 3PM

CATHEDRAL OF ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST

THE NUTCRACKER

WITH STATE STREET BALLET

THURSDAY • NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • 7:30PM

FRIDAY • DECEMBER 1, 2023 • 7:30PM

SATURDAY • DECEMBER 2, 2023 • 3PM AND 7:30PM

SUNDAY • DECEMBER 3, 2023 • 3PM

The glorious holiday tradition of Handel’s Messiah returns to St. John’s Cathedral. Honor Handel’s most outstanding work with joyous refrains and exultant arias, including the iconic “Hallelujah” chorus, in this powerful presentation of the greatest story ever told.

◆ ADD-ON PRICING

GENERAL ADMISSION PREMIER: $32

GENERAL ADMISSION: $23

GENERAL ADMISSION GALLERY: $13.50

Gather your family and friends and embark on a journey to a dreamworld with Spokane’s favorite holiday tradition. State Street Ballet and over 70 local dancers bring The Nutcracker to life while Tchaikovsky’s timeless score is played live by the Spokane Symphony.

◆ ADD-ON PRICING (price for children in parenthesis)

ORCHESTRA PRIME: $109 ($83)

ORCHESTRA CENTER AND SIDES: $77 ($59)

ORCHESTRA REAR: $77 ($59)

LOGE PRIME: $109 ($83)

LOGE CENTER AND SIDES: $77 ($59)

BALCONY ROW J: $56 ($43)

BALCONY ROWS K-P: $56 ($43)

BALCONY ROW Q-V: $38 ($29)

PARTIAL VIEW: $38 ($29)

PRESENTED BY

DR. MEG STOHLMANN chorale director

SPOKANE SYMPHONY CHORALE AND C HAMBER SINGERS

STATE STREET BALLET

PHOTO : Danny Cordero

SPOKANE SYMPHONY

HOLIDAY POPS

A BING CROSBY CHRISTMAS

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • 7:30PM

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • 3PM

NEW YEAR’S EVE BEETHOVEN’S

SUNDAY • DECEMBER 31, 2023 • 7:30PM

HOWARD CROSBY

JAKE BERGEVIN vocals

This year we delight in music made famous by Spokane’s favorite friend, with holiday classics from Bing Crosby and other classics. Bing’s nephew Howard Crosby joins us to share memories and lead a Bing Crosby sing-a-long, and Singer Jake Bergevin returns with his smooth vocals.

PRESENTED BY

9TH

SYMPHONY CHORALE

Ring in the New Year with the grandeur of Beethoven’s monumental Ninth Symphony! This work dedicated to freedom, joy and unity is an uplifting masterpiece, with its crowning jewel — “Ode to Joy” chorus performed by the Spokane Symphony Chorale. It’s a beautiful way to look boldly to the new year ahead.

◆ ADD-ON PRICING

ORCHESTRA PRIME: $75

ORCHESTRA CENTER AND SIDES: $62

ORCHESTRA REAR: $58

LOGE PRIME: $84

LOGE CENTER AND SIDES: $74

BALCONY ROW J: $64

BALCONY ROWS K-P: $57

BALCONY ROW Q-V: $51

PARTIAL VIEW: $40

PRESENTED BY

JAMES LOWE DR. MEG STOHLMANN conductor chorale director SPOKANE

MORIHIKO NAKAHARA conductor

PHOTO : Danny Cordero

GIVING

YOUR GIFTS KEEP THE MUSIC PLAYING

◆ MAKE POWERFUL MUSIC

Your support sustains the artistry of The Spokane Symphony and allows us to attract worldrenowned guest artists.

◆ INSPIRE THE NEXT GENERATION

Your support gives students K-12 free access to experience the Orchestra and The Fox Theater. It allows musicians to visit classrooms and community centers, enabling more children in our region to discover their love of music.

◆ UNITE OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH MUSIC

Your support allows us to offer free concerts, including our 4th of July concert at the Pavilion in Riverfront Park, Labor Day concerts at Pavillion Park in Liberty Lake and Comstock Park in Spokane, Symphony concert, Family concert and more.

There are many ways to support your Spokane Symphony:

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MAKE A BEQUEST GIFT

LIFE INSURANCE BENEFICIAR Y

SYMPHONY SUSTAINERS

Annual Fund giving is easy and convenient. Tell us your donation level, frequency you’d like to give, and we’ll take care of the rest.

The Spokane Symphony is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that relies on your support to provide powerful orchestral experiences, enriching education programs and nurturing community partnerships with music-lovers across the Inland Northwest.

◆ Mailed checks are always an option and just as fun for us to open!

P.O. Box 365, Spokane, WA 99210-0365

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EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY

FREE FAMILY CONCERT

SATURDAY • JUNE 3, 2023

SYMPHONY DAY

WEDNESDAY • OCTOBER 25, 2023

THURSDAY • OCTOBER 26, 2023

Fourth and fifth graders from the Inland Northwest fill The Fox, most to experience the symphony for the first time. The fun-filled concert introduces the instruments and their unique sounds, and the different roles of the conductor, concertmaster and musicians with surprises along the way.

LINK UP

WEDNESDAY • MAY 22, 2024

This comprehensive program from the Weill Music Institute of Carnegie Hall provides instructional materials for students to learn to play the recorder, plus other music concepts, and culminates into a performance with the orchestra at The Fox Theater.

YOUNG MUSICIAN’S EDUCATION PROGRAM (YMEP)

In collaboration with Spokane school districts, the Spokane Symphony provides one-on-one instruction for students in classroom ensembles.

This helps supplement the teachers’ work and is especially helpful for orchestra teachers whose primary training focus is band or choir.

GUEST ARTIST MASTER CLASSES

The Spokane Symphony’s guest artists lead master classes for advanced music students. Candidates, selected by audition, have the opportunity to work with renowned musicians. Master classes are free and open to the public, providing a fascinating glimpse into the instrument and guest artist’s personality.

PLATINUM SPONSOR

SYMPHONY SESSIONS

FRIDAY

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • 8:30PM • THE WONDER BUILDING

THE SPOKANE SYMPHONY

FRIDAY

APRIL 26, 202 4 • 7:30PM THE FOX THEATER

Join acclaimed New York Times #1 best-selling author and Spokanite Jess Walter and the Spokane Symphony for a feast of words and music. With selections read by the author himself, Jess’ wide range of writing styles will take you from the warmth of Italy to the gritty streets of 1980’s Spokane as the Symphony sets the backdrop to his storytelling.

TICKET: $32.50, $49.50

VIP TICKET: $87.50 — i ncludes show ticket, meet and greet with photo op and book signing (book not included)

Music Director James Lowe will take you on a classical music journey featuring traditional and contemporary composers in the industrial setting of The Wonder Building.

PHOTO : Danny Cordero

◆ SYMPHONY SESSIONS: $29

S UMMER PLAYLIST

SUMMER SOLSTICE AT BRICK WEST BREWING CO.

WEDNESDAY

JUNE 21, 2023 • 7:30PM

Join us at the family-friendly West End Plaza at Brick West Brewing Co. to celebrate the beginning of summer. Enjoy an all-new program designed by Spokane Symphony musicians while you crack open a cold one. Add a meal from 509 Dine when purchasing your tickets. All ages are welcome!

GENERAL ADMISSION: $15 ADD-ON MEAL: $15

ARBOR CREST WINE CELLARS

TUESDAY

JUNE 2 7, 2023 • 7:30PM

Enjoy an evening of classical music atop the scenic Cliff House Estate grounds of Arbor Crest Wine Cellars. Arbor Crest provides various food options to pair with your choice of wine — by the glass or bottle — as you take in the sunset views of Spokane. This is a summer tradition that will take your breath away.

TABLE SEAT: $55 LAWN SEAT: $25

PHOTOS : Danny Cordero

Table seating is on a first-come first-served basis.

PATRIOTIC POPS LUD CRAMER MEMORIAL CONCERT

TUESDAY

JULY 4, 2023 • 9PM

PAVILION AT RIVERFRONT PARK

Wish America a Happy Birthday with a free Spokane Symphony concert under the Pavilion at Riverfront Park. Be wowed by the light show as you listen to a lineup of patriotic tunes before the city’s firework display begins.

SATURDAY

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • 6PM

LIBERTY LAKE PAVILLION PARK

LABOR DAY CONCERT AT COMSTOCK PARK

MONDAY

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • 6PM

BY

Bid farewell to summer in memorable fashion at the Spokane Symphony’s free Labor Day concerts filled with popular classics and favorites from Hollywood and Broadway. Bring a blanket and picnic basket and join family, friends, and neighbors in a joyful evening filled with music.

JAMES LOWE CONDUCTOR

JAMES LOWE CONDUCTOR

PHOTOS : Danny Cordero

FILM LIVE WITH ORCHESTRA

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • 7:30PM

29, 2023 • 3PM

SYMPHONIC-CON STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK

MORIHIKO NAKAHARA conductor

Movie, TV, and video game music performed live by the Spokane Symphony. Hear music from Game of Thrones, Star Trek, Uncharted

2, The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter and much more. Create your favorite cosplay to wear as you listen to these iconic themes enhanced with videos on the big screen and fun lobby activities. This concert is family-friendly!

◆ ADD-ON PRICING (price for children in parenthesis)

ORCHESTRA PRIME: $58 ($42)

ORCHESTRA CENTER AND SIDES: $53 ($38)

ORCHESTRA REAR: $46 ($33)

LOGE PRIME: $64 ($46)

LOGE CENTER AND SIDES: $58 ($42)

BALCONY ROW J: $53 ($38)

BALCONY ROWS K-P: $47 ($34)

BALCONY ROW Q-V: $42 ($30)

PARTIAL VIEW: $35 ($25)

“You must feel the Force around you...”

Don’t miss Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back In Concert featuring the complete film with Oscar®-winning composer John Williams’ musical score performed live to the film. Experience the scope and grandeur of this beloved film live in concert with the Spokane Symphony.

◆ ADD-ON PRICING

ORCHESTRA PRIME: $64

ORCHESTRA

CENTER AND SIDES: $86

ORCHESTRA REAR: $64

LOGE PRIME: $106

LOGE CENTER AND SIDES: $92

BALCONY ROW J: $64

BALCONY ROWS K-P: $58

BALCONY ROW Q-V: $38

PARTIAL VIEW: $28

VALENTINE’S DAY WITH THE SPOKANE SYMPHONY

TANGO & TAPAS BEETHOVEN & BREWS

WEDNESDAY • FEBRUARY 14, 2024 • 7PM

JAMES LOWE SANDOR & PARISSA c onductor dancers

TANGO VOLCADO

a rgentine t ango Q uartet

The perfect all-inclusive evening with your sweetheart. Or make it a Galentine’s Day bash! Internationally-acclaimed performers, Sandor and Parissa, perform along with the Spokane Symphony to romantic and upbeat classics. Sandor and Parissa have been featured on Dancing with the Stars, choreographed for Olympic and World Champion ice dancers, and trained celebrities like Antonio Banderas.

Doors open early to enjoy tapas from an Adam Hegsted restaurant, de España. After the concert, join us on stage for a Tango lesson from Sandor and Parissa to live music by Tango Volcado. Make your Valentine’s Day one you will never forget.

◆ TICKETS

ORCHESTRA PRIME: $125

ORCHESTRA CENTER AND SIDES: $125

ORCHESTRA REAR: $115

LOGE PRIME: $145

LOGE CENTER AND SIDES: $145

BALCONY ROW J: $125

BALCONY K: $115

BALCONY Q: $115

BALCONY U: $115

LIMITED VIEW: $99

SATURDAY • MAY 18, 2024 • 7:30PM

MORIHIKO NAKAHARA MATEUSZ WOLSKI conductor violin

We’re combining our two favorite things—Beethoven and beer. Partnering with local and regional breweries, the lobby will be transformed into a tasting room while the Spokane Symphony performs the best of Beethoven.

◆ TICKETS

ORCHESTRA PRIME: $47

ORCHESTRA CENTER AND SIDES: $47

ORCHESTRA REAR: $37

LOGE PRIME: $52

LOGE CENTER AND SIDES: $47

BALCONY ROW J: $37

BALCONY K: $37

BALCONY Q: $37

BALCONY U: $37

LIMITED VIEW: $32

SOIRÉES

BARRISTER CHAMBER SOIRÉES ROCKWOOD CHAMBER SOIRÉES

WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • 7:30PM OCTOBER 12, 2023 • 7:30PM

WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

JANUARY 24, 2024 • 7:30PM JANUARY 25, 2024 • 7:30PM

WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

APRIL 10, 2024 • 7:30PM APRIL 11, 2024 • 7:30PM

Sponsored by Richard Trudell & Dr. Nancy Morrison

◆ BARRISTER WINERY

Sponsored by An Anonymous Donor

SINGLE TICKET: $99 THREE CONCERT SERIES SUBSCRIPTION: $246

FRIDAY TUESDAY

JANUARY 26, 2024 • 7PM

APRIL 9, 2024 • 7PM

◆ ROCKWOOD SOUTH HILL SUMMIT TOWER

SINGLE TICKET: $33

The 250-seat event center at Rockwood South Hill Summit Tower provides a casual and accessible way to experience Spokane Symphony chamber music curated by the musicians. Food and beverages are not provided with this concert.

Enjoy the intimate experience of musician-curated music in the charming setting of Barrister Winery in downtown Spokane.

Appetizers, wine, coffee and dessert are included with your ticket. Food is provided to you by Beacon Hill Catering & Events.

FOX PRESENTS

JASON ISBELL AND THE 400 UNIT

WITH SPECIAL GUEST: DEER TICK

THURSDAY JULY 6, 2023 • 7:30PM

BORED TEACHERS:

WE CAN’T MAKE THIS STUFF UP COMEDY TOUR

SUNDAY JULY 16, 2023 • 7PM

Bored Teachers presents the funniest teacher-comedians in the world all on one stage. Put that red pen down, pause that Netflix series you’ve been binging, call your teacher besties, and come burn off some of that stress this school year has been dumping on you!

GIPSY KINGS

SATURDAY AUGUST 19, 2023 • 8PM

Experience the Grammy award winning band Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes live at The Fox! Melding traditional flamenco style with Western Pop and Latin rhythm, you’re in for an evening of joyous and infectious music that will be sure to have you on your feet dancing.

Jason Isbell is a storyteller at the peak of his craft, observing his fellow wanderers, looking inside and trying to understand, reducing a universe to four minutes.

OLD CROW MEDICINE SHOW

SUNDAY JULY 9, 2023 • 7:30PM

Fueled by their freewheeling collision of Americana, old-time music, folk, and rock & roll, Old Crow Medicine Show’s new album “Paint This Town” offers up a riveting glimpse into American mythology and the wildly colorful characters who populate it.

AN EVENING WITH NATALIE MERCHANT: KEEP YOUR COURAGE TOUR

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • 8PM

Natalie Merchant began her musical career as the lead vocalist and lyricist of the pop music band 10,000 Maniacs. Over her 40-year career she has earned a reputation for being a songwriter of quality, a captivating stage performer and has attained a place among America’s most respected recording artists.

MASTERWORKS & POPS

SUBSCRIPTION PACKAGE PRICING AND SEATING CHART

BEST FOR THE BUDGET

TAKE 5 PACKAGE

Select concerts from our Masterworks and Pops series to create a customized subscription that perfectly balances musical experiences and affordability.

(limit 2 Pops) Seats are based on availability and vary by show.

ORCHESTRA LEVEL

ORCHESTRA PRIME: $310

ORCHESTRA CENTER AND SIDES: $265

ORCHESTRA REAR: $215

BALCONY LEVEL

LOGE PRIME: $340

LOGE CENTER AND SIDES: $315

BALCONY ROW J: $265

BALCONY ROWS K-P: $250

BALCONY ROWS Q-V: $170

PARTIAL VIEW: $115

BEST VARIETY

1,2,3 GO! PACKAGE

This package includes 3 concerts of your choice from any Spokane Symphony performance. Excludes select Spokane Symphony specials.

Seats are based on availability and vary by show.

ORCHESTRA LEVEL

ORCHESTRA PRIME: $234

ORCHESTRA CENTER AND SIDES: $195

ORCHESTRA REAR: $162

BALCONY LEVEL

LOGE PRIME: $255

LOGE CENTER AND SIDES: $234

BALCONY ROW J: $195

BALCONY ROWS K-P: $159

BALCONY ROWS Q-V: $144

PARTIAL VIEW: $105

2023–2024 SEASON

SPOKANE SYMPHONY MUSICIANS

VIOLIN I

Mateusz Wolski

Concertmaster

Florence Wasmer Chair

Erica Uzcátegui Campíns

Associate Concertmaster

Carol L. Herak Chair

Jeanne Bourgeois

Assistant Concertmaster

Margaret Bowers Ayer-Blegen Chair

John Bennett

Jeri Bentley

Jason Moody

April Martin

Elizabeth Lund

Kathleen Teal

VIOLIN II

Amanda Howard-Phillips Principal Washington Trust Chair

David Armstrong

Assistant Principal

Duo Xu

Jason Bell

Catherine Shipley

Allion Salvador

Tiffany Wang^

VIOLA

Nick Carper Principal

The Coughlin Chair

Jeannette Wee-Yang

Assistant Principal

Angela Mitchell

Sarah Bass

Jessica Jasper James Marshall*

CELLO

John Marshall Principal

Jerry R. & Francis

L. Stafford Chair

Helen Byrne Assistant Principal

Roberta Bottelli

Louise Butler

Sean Lamont

Kevin Hekmatpanah

Jared Carlson

Johannes Kleinmann

BASS

Patrick McNally

Principal Bass

Kim Plewniak

Assistant Principal

Stephen Swanson

Jack Koncel

Brian Bonnell

Greg Youmans

FLUTE

Julia Pyke Principal

Frances L. Risdon Chair

Colleen McElroy

Jennifer Slaughter

PICCOLO

Colleen McElroy

OBOE

Keith Thomas Principal

Sheila Armstrong

ENGLISH HORN

Sheila Armstrong

CLARINET

Chip Phillips Principal

Daniel Cotter

Eb CLARINET

Daniel Cotter

SAXOPHONE

Greg Yasinitsky Principal

BASSOON

Lynne Feller-Marshall Principal

Paul and Susan

Kennedy Chair

Luke Bakken

Paul Plowman

CONTRABSSOON

Luke Bakken

HORN

Vacant Principal

The Johnston-Fix Chair

Henry Nordhorn Assistant Principal

Charles Karschney

Andrew Angelos

Kristin Joham

TRUMPET

Larry Jess Principal

The Johnston-Fix Chair

Chris Cook

Nicholas Slaggert#

Eric Moe*

Andrew Plamondon

TROMBONE

John Church Principal

Richard Strauch

BASS TROMBONE

Skyler Johnson

TUBA

Leonard Byrne

TIMPANI

Meagan Gillis Principal

Sherry Knott Endowed Chair

PERCUSSION

Paul Raymond Principal

Rick Westrick

Bryan Bogue

HARP

Earecka Tregenza Moody

Principal

James Lowe

Music Director

Meg Stohlmann

Chorale Director

Ivy Sanders

Music Librarian

*One Year Leave of Absence #One Year Possibly Permanent ^One Year Appointment

THE SPOKANE SYMPHONY CHORALE

The Chorale is comprised of a dedicated volunteer base of over 80 singers from across the metro Spokane area, including many who commute from Coeur d’Alene, Davenport, Sandpoint, Pullman, and other locations. These musicians participate in over 100 hours of volunteer rehearsal and performance time each season.

CHORALE MEMBERS

SOPRANOS

Kristen Nauditt*

Wanda Alger

Trayci Ballin

Richelle Bronson

Stacia Cammarano

Holly Chase

Ann Fennessy

Sharon Fischer

Kelly Fordham

Jennifer Garcia

Melody Heaton

Brittany Holden

Karen Keith

Jamie Kizer

Anne LaBella

Janet Kiser Lambarth

Stephanie Lauritzen

Amber Lawson

Anita Lewis

Claire Liezen

Karlee Ludwig

Sara Maleki

Brittany McEachran

Kimberly Meinecke

Maureen Miller

Kathryn Munro

Lori Parisot

Lisa Phillips

Spokane Symphony Chorale Director Dr. Meg Stohlmann is the director of choral and vocal studies at Gonzaga University, where she conducts the Glee Club, Concert Choir, and Chamber Singers.

Hannah Reiman

Grace Rowe

Judy S. Sawyer

Lucia Baratta Sessions

Salli Sledge

Jennifer Snow

Becky Soth

Mary Steenblik

Allison Wagstaff

Rose Waterbury

Lori Williams

ALTOS

Maria Stromberg*

Terri Adams

Marcia Amend

Linda Besse

Kirsten Bohlen

Jordyn Burdick

Rebecca Cheek

Paulina Crownhart

Becky Dahlager

Dawn Elise DeWitt

Talbot

Tiana Drew

Sara Duggin

Brook Gehring

Jenna Gigstead

Jessica Hopf

Amelia Kaufman

Esther D. Kelley

Kathryn Kleypas

Catherine Miller

Faith Mitchell

Heather Morton

Kristina PloegerHekmatpanah

Darnelle Preston

Gretchen Ramey

Michelle Scott

Eldonna Shaw-Davis

Maggie Sullivan

Irene Tomaras Supica

Viktoria Taroudaki

Alice Thomas

April Thompson

Jennifer Traeger

Debbie Zimmerman

TENORS

Brendan McEachran*

Brian Vaughn*

Mike Bullard

Trevor Bushnell

Justin Gray

Tim Kenagy

Bobbi Kizer

Dave Liezen

Isaac Miller

Brian Soth

Jim Swoboda

Brian Vaughn

Robert Waltenbaugh

Tom Williams

BASS Ryan Gunn*

Alex Barclay

Adam Gilbert Bartholomew

Cedric Bidwell Williams

Jeffrey Boen

Brian A. Cheney

Daniel Eyestone

Ryan Gunn

Blaine K. Huizinga

Matthew Hurd

Lawrence Jones

Ken Krall

Louis Larsen

Richard Palmer

Christian Skok

Brent T. Stanyer

Paul Steenblik

Stephen Vigus

Scott Waples

Brent Wilcox

Chuck Zimmerman

Rene Phillips

Logan Shevalier

*section leader

PHOTO : Danny Cordero

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Executive Director: Jeff vom Saal

Friends of the Spokane Symphony and The Fox Theater:

We are delighted to share with you the Spokane Symphony and The Fox Theater program for the 2023-2024 season. Together we have made it through the challenges of the past few years and look forward, with optimism and enthusiasm, to the upcoming season. On behalf of all of us at the Spokane Symphony and The Fox Theater family, thank you for allowing us to be part of yours. We wouldn’t be here without your support and generosity.

The upcoming season can only be described as an unbelievable journey of music, where memories will be made by all. Outside the theater, the symphony musicians are dedicated to engaging with kids to explore and find their passion for music through our education programs.

Old friends, I look forward to seeing your familiar faces. New friends, I encourage you to experience the beauty of orchestral music. There is no question that music is a key component to the quality of our lives and we feel so fortunate to have an outstanding symphonic orchestra and a historical venue that we are all able to enjoy together.

Best regards,

Dr. Frank Velázquez President, Spokane Symphony and Fox Theater Board of Trustees

OFFICERS

President: Dr. Francisco Velázquez

President Elect: Arsen Kitch

Vice President: Michael Ebinger

Vice President: Sara Maleki

Treasurer:

Dr. Vange Hochheimer

Secretary: Jacob Reidt

Past President:

Russ Lee

TRUSTEES

Mary Ruth Carleton

Amy Chase

Bruce Colquhoun

(SSA Past President)

Carolyn Kadyk

Janet Lambarth

(SSA President)

Sybil MacDonald

Debbie Maurus

Colleen McElroy

(Musician

Representative)

Carol Nelson

Derrick Parker

Michael Sharapata

Keith Slater

Anna Torma

ENDOWMENT BOARD OFFICERS

President: Matt Ewers

Vice President: Richard Trudell

Secretary: Ann Fennessy

MEMBERS

Doug Belanger

David Broom

Gerard Fischer

Jeffrey Snow

PAST PRESIDENTS

Elizabeth Kelley, 2020-21

Russ Lee, 2018-20

Lorrie Scott, 2015-18

A. Douglas Belanger, 2013-15

Peter Moyé, 2011-13

Ronald P. Stanley, 2009-11

Maggie Crawford, 2007-09

Catherine C. Moyé, 2005-07

William A. Simer, 2003–05

Elizabeth A. Cowles, 2001-03

Garry Shea, 1999-01

Bridget O. Piper, 1997-99

David L. Broom, 1995-97

Walker H. Collins, 1993-95*

Donald W. Hart, 1991-93

Rosemary S. Selinger, 1989-91

David R. Shea, 1987-89

Bernard M. Kopczynski, 1985-87*

C. Robert Ogden, 1983-85*

John H. Sloan, 1982-83*

Mrs. William C. Fix, 1980-82*

Charles C. Leithe, 1979-80*

George H. Brown, 1978-79*

Michael LaFleur, 1977-78

John W. Skadan, 1976-77*

John L. Anderson, 1975-76*

Ross F. Wood, 1973-75

Howard Mahan, 1972-73

Scott B. Lukins, 1971-72*

Roger Thompson, 1970-71*

Russell F. McNeill, 1969-70*

John C. Tenold, 1968-69*

Franklin W. Ott, 1966-68*

Donald Parker Lindsay, 1960-63*

*deceased Trustees are subject to change as of June 2023.

OUR SPONSORS

INDIVIDUAL SPONSORS

Doug and Gail Belanger

E. S. Bergquist Foundation

Leonard and Helen Byrne

Mary Ruth Carleton and Bruce Hunt

Joan Degerstrom

Michael Ebinger and Britt Ravnan

Carl M. Hansen Foundation

Sue and Paul Kennedy

George F. Jewett Foundation

Maxine Kopzynski

Pierre Leimgruber and Alina Peffer

Jennifer and Dr. Philip Ogden

Billie Severtsen

Bill Simer and Renee Rolando

Gerry and Bill Sperling

Phebe Thompson

Richard Trudell and Dr. Nancy Morrison, PhD

2023–2024

CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE

2023

JUNE

Summer Solstice at Brick West Brewing Co.

Wednesday, June 21 at 7:30pm

Spokane Symphony at Arbor Crest Wine Cellars

Tuesday, June 27 at 7:30pm

JULY

PAVILION AT RIVERFRONT PARK

Patriotic Pops

Tuesday, July 4 at 9pm

SEPTEMBER

LUD CRAMER MEMORIAL CONCERT

Liberty Lake Pavillion Park

Saturday, September 2 at 6pm

COMSTOCK PARK

Labor Day Concert

Monday, September 4 at 6pm

Yo-Yo Ma

Wednesday, September 6 at 8pm

MASTERWORKS 1

A Place Called Home

Saturday, September 16 at 7:30pm

Sunday, September 17 at 3pm

Masterworks and Mimosas

Saturday, September 16 at 10am

Symphony Sessions

The Wonder Building

Friday, September 22 at 8:30pm

POPS 1

First Ladies of Song

Saturday, September 30 at 7:30pm

OCTOBER

MASTERWORKS 2

Symphonic Graffiti

Saturday, October 7 at 7:30pm

Sunday, October 8 at 3pm

Masterworks and Mimosas

Saturday, October 7 at 10am

Chamber Soirée at Barrister Winery

Wednesday, October 11 at 7:30pm

Thursday October 12 at 7:30pm

MASTERWORKS 3

MORIHIKO

Saturday, October 21 at 7:30pm

Sunday, October 22 at 3pm

Symphonic-Con

Saturday, October 28 at 7:30pm

Sunday, October 29 at 3pm

NOVEMBER

MASTERWORKS 4

Behold, The Sea

Saturday, November 4 at 7:30pm

Sunday, November 5 at 3pm

Masterworks and Mimosas

Saturday, November 4 at 10am

POPS 2

Symphonic Salute to the USO

Saturday, November 11 at 7:30pm

Handel’s Messiah

Cathedral of St. John the Evangalist

Thursday, November 16 at 7:30pm

Friday, November 17 at 7:30pm

Saturday, November 18 at 3pm

The Nutcracker Ballet with State Street Ballet

Thursday, November 30 at 7:30pm

DECEMBER

The Nutcracker Ballet with State Street Ballet

Friday, December 1 at 7:30pm

Saturday, December 2 at 3pm and 7:30pm

Sunday, December 3 at 3pm

SPOKANE SYMPHONY HOLIDAY POPS

A Bing Crosby Christmas

Saturday, December 16 at 7:30pm

Sunday, December 17 at 3pm

NEW YEAR’S EVE

Beethoven’s 9th

Sunday, December 31 at 7:30pm

FEBRUARY

MASTERWORKS 6

A Message to the Stars

Saturday, February 3 at 7:30pm

Sunday, February 4 at 3pm

SPOKANE SYMPHONY VALENTINE’S DAY CONCERT

Tango & Tapas

Wednesday, February 14 at 7pm

MARCH

MASTERWORKS 7

Along the Silk Road

Saturday, March 9 at 7:30pm

Sunday, March 10 at 3pm

POPS 4

Music of the Night

Saturday, March 16 at 7:30pm

JANUARY

MASTERWORKS 5

Holly Rachs!

Saturday, January 20 at 7:30pm

Sunday, January 21 at 3pm

Chamber Soirée at Barrister Winery

Wednesday, January 24 at 7:30pm

Thursday, January 25 at 7:30pm

Chamber Soirée at Rockwood South Hill Summit Tower

Friday, January 26 at 7pm

APRIL

Chamber Soirée at Rockwood South Hill Summit Tower

Tuesday, April 9 at 7pm

Chamber Soirée at Barrister Winery

Wednesday, April 10 at 7:30pm

Thursday, April 11 at 7:30pm

POPS 5

Warner Bros. Discovery presents

Bugs Bunny at the Symphony

Saturday, April 13 at 7:30pm

MASTERWORKS 8

Power to the People!

Saturday, April 20 at 7:30pm

Sunday, April 21 at 3pm

Masterworks and Mimosas

Saturday, April 20 at 10am

An Evening with Jess Walter and the Spokane Symphony

Friday, April 26 at 7:30pm

MAY

MUSIC & MOVIES

The Empire Strikes Back

Saturday, May 4 at 7:30pm

Sunday, May 5 at 3pm

MASTERWORKS 9

Expo ‘74

Saturday, May 11 at 7:30pm

Sunday, May 12 at 3pm

Masterworks and Mimosas

Saturday, May 11 at 10am

Beethoven and Brews

Saturday, May 18 at 7:30pm