Leslie Odom, Jr. Celebrating the POPS 40th Anniversary

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Letter from the President Program Letter from the Chairman The Philly POPS Roster Music Director Michael Krajewski Guest Vocalist Leslie Odom, Jr. Partner Spotlight The Philly POPS Turns 40!

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT Dear Friends, Welcome to the inaugural show of our 40th Anniversary Season! We couldn’t be any more excited to have you here for tonight’s first celebratory performance. It’s simply the first of a number of concerts dedicated to the POPS’ dazzling history and to the Philly-connected artists and musicians who have made popular music such a vibrant part of our lives. As the brightest star in the Philly firmament today, Leslie Odom, Jr. is the perfect choice to kick off our 40th Anniversary celebration.

Supporting Leslie through the weekend are his School District of Philadelphia alma maters, Masterman and CAPA, both now part of the POPS in Schools program, and the choir of Canaan Baptist Church in Germantown, where Leslie sang his first solos. What a way to round out this Philadelphia homecoming!

In addition to our subscription line-up, we’re looking forward to another acclaimed Tony and Grammy Award Winner next month — Heather Headley for The Philly POPS Presents: Heather Headley’s Broadway My Way, which will also feature Broadway legend, Philly-native, LaSalle College High School and Temple University graduate, Hugh Panaro.

I can’t help but reflect on the magnificent season that lies before us. In addition, our school programs are off to a vigorous start — POPS in Schools now serves 15 school district locations with a variety of tailored, supplemental music education experiences. And, people are already signing up by the hundreds for our annual free Christmas Salute Concert, set to benefit first responders with a POPS-style holiday kick-off.

As always, I’m looking forward to this momentous season and all the joy it will bring.

I hope to see you at the POPS even more often this sparkling anniversary season!

With great appreciation,

Frank Giordano, President and CEO Encore Series, Inc., The Philly POPS

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CONCERT PROGRAM

SEP 28-30, 2018

FIRST HALF

Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

Music selections, including “Celebration Fanfare” by Bruce Healey, will be announced from stage.

INTERMISSION

Michael Krajewski, music director

SECOND HALF

Leslie Odom, Jr., vocalist

Music selections, including “Strings on Fire” by Henry Mancini, and “Bugler’s Holiday” by LeRoy Anderson, will be announced from stage.

Steven Walker, guitar John Davis, drum set Orlando Le Fleming, electric bass Michael Mitchell, piano Senfuab Stoney, percussion

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LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMAN Dear Friends, As the Chairman of the Board for the 2018-2019 season, and on behalf of The Philly POPS, I welcome you to this brilliant, engaging new POPS season. I am excited for the journey of this season, and I’m certain that this 40th Anniversary Season will be memorable for all.

The POPS serves a very important place in the Philadelphia community, as its 40-year pedigree can attest. Through its 40 years, the POPS has grown substantially in all respects, and each year the POPS reaches a higher level. I hear people say that just when they thought the POPS couldn’t get any better, it does. We are, first and foremost, the best show in town!

But the POPS is so much more than entertainment. Through POPS in Schools, we supplement music education in 15 Philadelphia School District schools — raising the music leaders of tomorrow, today. The POPS is the partner of civic celebration with the City of Philadelphia through the Salute Series — providing music for important civic events such as Independence Day, Memorial Day, and Veterans Day. Each December, the POPS presents Christmas Salute, a free concert for members of the military and veterans communities, the Police and Fire Departments and other deserving first responders. Additionally, the POPS is a leader in community entertainment, bringing free POPS Outside concerts to parks and other outdoor venues across the city.

All this growth and engagement would not have been possible were it not for the efforts of President and CEO, Frank Giordano. Frank has revitalized the POPS in a way that no one else could have. He has infused the organization with his energy and pursuit of excellence, and it shows in every way. We are so very grateful for Frank’s commitment to the future of the POPS. Just as Frank pushed the organization to new heights, Maestro Michael Krajewski pushed the orchestra to realize its full potential. Krajewski has been a transformative force in the orchestra, and he has brought it to a world-class status.

With such a bright future ahead, I am honored to lead the Board of Directors to bring the POPS to new heights.

See you at the POPS!

Joe Del Raso, Chairman of the Board Encore Series, Inc., The Philly POPS

THE PHILLY POPS ROSTER 1ST VIOLIN

BASS

TROMBONE

Michael Ludwig Rachael Ludwig Robert Vieira Rachel Segal James Finegan Juliette Javaheri Shannon Lee Catherine Fukuda Julia Bougher Natalie Rudoi

Mary Javian Tim Ressler Michael Chaffin

Paul Arbogast Brian Pastor David Cianci

FLUTE

PERCUSSION

Edward Schultz Ron Kerber

William Kerrigan David Nelson Zach Crystal Gerald Novak

2ND VIOLIN Michelle Bishop Greg Teperman Louis Lanza Laura Earley Hyo Samantha Crawford Gabriela Mandescu Jean Puleo Marina Han

VIOLA Davis Barnett Marjorie Goldberg Scott Wagner Sarah Sutton Nina Cottman Katherine Foster

OBOE David Schneider Evan Ocheret

CLARINET Joseph Smith Mark Allen

BASSOON Norman Spielberg Greg Riley

HORN Todd Williams Adam Lesnick George Barnett Lyndsie Wilson

TRUMPET CELLO Ulrich Boeckheler Jon Fink George Atanasiu Brooke Beazley Talia Schiff Mimi Morris-Kim

Matt Gallagher Bob Gravener George Rabbai

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music director

MICHAEL KRAJEWSKI Philly POPS Music Director Michael Krajewski’s earliest memories of hearing symphonic music were summertime concerts in local parks in his hometown of Detroit. “My parents enjoyed music, but didn’t go to classical concerts,” Michael says. “My first tastes of hearing an orchestra live were in that informal setting, and that’s what I ended up doing with my career.”

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He knew he wanted a career in music and always harbored the idea of becoming a conductor in the back of his mind. “I decided to get serious about myself as a musician and see how far I could push myself,” he says. “It seemed like a pipe dream — no one around where I grew up even thinks about something like becoming an orchestra conductor, but I didn’t want to live the rest of my life wondering what would have happened if I tried.”

Michael’s big break came when he was named Antal Dorati Fellowship Conductor of the Detroit Symphony in 1979 and gained experience conducting a big orchestra. He went on to become assistant conductor of the Detroit Symphony, resident conductor of the Florida Symphony and music director of Modesto Symphony — all the while splitting his time between conducting classical, educational, pops and outdoor concerts, often before non-traditional audiences.

He is now a full-time pops conductor and serves as principal pops conductor of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, and the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra and since 2013, as Music Director and Conductor of The Philly POPS®.

Michael especially enjoys creating pops programs from scratch. “We’re playing music that wasn’t written for symphony orchestra — we create all new arrangements and match the right artists to the programs,” he says. “It’s really satisfying.” His favorite experiences include pairing music with Cirque du Soleil-style acrobatics and a show that featured an on-stage speed painter.

“I feel that The Philly POPS is the best pops orchestra in the country and the best at doing these kinds of concerts,” Michael says. “And I love Philadelphia — it has a wonderful history and tradition of excellent music and performing arts.”

Michael has conducted throughout North America and around the globe, and has collaborated with a diverse group of internationally-renowned artists, including Art Garfunkel, Kenny Loggins, Ben Folds, Wynona Judd, Chicago, and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy.

Michael lives in Orlando, Florida with his wife Darcy. He enjoys solving crossword puzzles, photography and traveling — especially to Italy.

“Many people are interested in a symphony orchestra, but don’t feel like classical music is for them. When we’re playing the music of Frank Sinatra, movie soundtracks, Broadway and Top 40, audiences get a kick out of hearing a full orchestra with highly trained musicians playing songs that they feel is their music.”

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guest artist

LESLIE ODOM, JR. Multifaceted performer Leslie Odom, Jr. has most recently been seen in the blockbuster Broadway musical Hamilton, for which he won the Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical for the role of “Aaron Burr.”

He is a Grammy Award winner as a principal soloist on Hamilton’s Original Broadway Cast Recording, which won the 2015 award for Best Musical Theater Album.

Odom, Jr. originated the role of Burr in a sold-out run at The Public Theater in 2015, earning a Drama Desk Award nomination for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical and a Lucille Lortel Award nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical.

Odom, Jr. made his Broadway debut at the age of 17 in Rent, before heading to Carnegie Mellon University’s prestigious School of Drama, where he graduated with honors. He is the recipient of a 2002 Princess Grace Award for Acting, which is dedicated to identifying emerging talent in theater, dance and film.

Additional theater credits include Leap of Faith on Broadway, for which he won the 2012 Astaire Award for Outstanding Male Dancer on Broadway and was nominated for a Drama League Award; the 2014 musical Venice, which also played at The Public Theater; and the Encores! OffCenter production of Tick, Tick... Boom! which was his first time working with Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda.

On the small screen, Odom, Jr. is best-known for his portrayal of “Sam Strickland” in the NBC musical series Smash, and his recurring role as Reverend Curtis Scott on Law & Order: SVU. He’s also appeared in episodes of Gotham, Person of Interest, Grey’s Anatomy, House of Lies, Vanished and CSI: Miami. On the big screen he starred in the 2012 film Red Tails opposite Terrence Howard, Cuba Gooding Jr. and David Oyelowo.

As a recording artist, his self-titled debut album was part-funded by a successful Kickstarter campaign which raised $40,971. The album was released in 2014 by Borderlight Entertainment, Inc. Odom, Jr. was raised in Philadelphia, and currently resides in New York City.

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PARTNER SPOTLIGHT Parx Casino, 40th Anniversary Season Sponsor Parx Casino®, the #1 casino in Pennsylvania, is owned and operated by Greenwood Racing Inc. and offers state-of-theart gaming, thoroughbred racing, live entertainment, thrilling promotions and exciting events! Both the 260,000 square foot Parx Casino® and the 280,000 square foot Parx East® (adjacent property – home to Parx Racing®) are conveniently located 20 minutes north of Center City Philadelphia.

XCITE CENTER Xcite Center is a brand new event center which is bringing some of the hottest acts in show business to Parx Casino® and the region. The venue is highlighted by the latest cutting edge technology, including advanced, modern lighting, two 16-feet by 9-feet video screens, the highest level professional grade sound system available and advanced engineered acoustics. The custom-designed seating for over 1,500 guests allows the venue to be reconfigured for thrilling live entertainment performances, comedy, boxing and MMA, and offers a unique, intimate experience.

SEE THE POPS AT PARX! In Dreams: Roy Orbison The Hologram Tour featuring The Philly POPS November 9, 2018 The Philly POPS Big Band Christmas in the City with Tiffany Jones December 1, 2018 The Philly POPS with Tony DeSare April 26, 2019 The Philly POPS Big Band Broadway with Ashley Brown June 1, 2019 12 | Encore! | The Philly POPS

“It is a great thrill and honor on a personal level for me to be associated with this iconic institution, which is such an integral component of the very rich arts and cultural scene in the Philadelphia region. Furthermore, I am truly excited about the ongoing relationship that Parx Casino enjoys with the POPS, which will only grow stronger with our upcoming concert series at our beautiful new entertainment venue, appropriately named the Xcite Center.”

- Tony Ricci, CEO of Parx Casino and Philly POPS Board member ABOUT TONY RICCI Anthony (Tony) Ricci, of Philadelphia, is CEO of Greenwood Racing Inc., owners and operators of Parx Casino® and Parx Racing® in Bensalem, Bucks County. Prior to his appointment to CEO in 2012 , Mr. Ricci was the Chief Financial Officer of the company for 18 years. Previously, he was Vice President and Corporate Controller of Commodore, a major computer manufacturer, and worked in the Accounting/Finance Department of SKF Industries, Inc. In his capacity as a former Director of Pennwood Racing, Inc., the general partner of the permit holders of Freehold Raceway and Garden State Park, Mr. Ricci has been qualified and licensed by the New Jersey Casino Control Commission and New Jersey Racing Commission. In 2006, he received a Key License from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.

"The POPS is absolutely thrilled to have our BIG Band perform at Parx Casino's new Xcite Center. Parx has been a wonderful partner of ours for many years and I'm honored that Tony Ricci joined our Board last year."

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THE PHILLY POPS TURNS 40!

The 2018-2019 Season marks the 40th Anniversary of The Philly POPS! Step back in time to the 1979 beginning...

The Philly POPS debuted on November 25th, 1979 with a Gershwin-themed show at the Academy of Music. The show sold out and the Inquirer’s Samuel Singer wrote, “The POPS is tops … Philadelphia has a Pops symphony at long last.”

In May 1980, Philadelphia Magazine wrote, “Can a town with an internationally renowned symphony, several excellent smaller ensembles and more chamber groups than there are chambers in which to perform, support yet another orchestra?”

“Moe Septee insists the answer is yes.”

POPS Founder Impresario Moe Septee

Septee was an energetic concert promoter who managed the All-Star Forum. According to Philly Mag, he formed The Philly POPS after the Boston Pops turned down an offer to perform at the Academy of Music, preferring a larger venue like the Spectrum. “Septee was aghast. A symphony orchestra in a sports-rock arena! ... Septee had decided that anything Boston did, Philly could do as well or better.”

And after the success of its first concert, Septee knew that the POPS would become a Philadelphia institution.

In 2018 and 2019, we’re celebrating the 40 year history of the POPS! During each program, we’ll play a tune or arrangement that relates to the history and legacy of our organization and the musical genre of POP. We’ll also continue with our ongoing effort to showcase artists and music with Philly roots — starting with today’s show that features Philly’s own Leslie Odom, Jr.!

Leslie Odom, Jr.

David Charles Abell

Terell Stafford

We’ve also invited local students from our POPS in Schools programs to join in the music-making fun!

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LESLIE’S PHILADELPHIA “Philly gave me everything in those formative years,” Leslie Odom, Jr. said. “It gave me my taste, my eyes, my ears, what I think is good, what I think is great, art — I got that from the streets of Philadelphia.”

East Oak Lane Leslie grew up in the East Oak Lane neighborhood of Philadelphia.

Canaan Baptist Church At Canaan Baptist Church, known as the Gem of Germantown, Leslie sang solos in the church choir while growing up and when he returned home during college breaks. Of his Canaan experience, he told the Inquirer: “I always felt that I was seen in my community,” he said.

Masterman Leslie’s interest in performing developed during his Middle School years at Philadelphia’s renowned Julia R. Masterman School. According to Philly Style Magazine, his coach, Frances Turner, identified a gift for speechwriting which led him to deliver numerous presentations on the floor of City Council and the Pennsylvania state capitol.

“These artists [The Philly POPS] are the crème de la crème; professional musicians with their own sound and their own thing going on, their own style.”

- LESLIE ODOM, JR. ICON MAGAZINE INTERVIEW

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Freedom Theatre Leslie’s talent for speechwriting and presentation gave him the confidence to explore drama at Freedom Theatre, which, according to the New York Times, is Pennsylvania’s oldest African-American theatrical institution. He said: “Freedom Theater was where it all began for me.

Freedom is the foundation of all of my formative training and I am grateful for that every single day... I walked out of the doors at Freedom a better version of myself than when I entered.

Couldn’t have asked for more.”

CAPA Leslie attended the Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA).

Already a star in high school, he played the leading role of Birdie in CAPA’s production of Bye Bye Birdie in 1997.

PHILADANCO! Leslie trained in dance with PHILADANCO!, a fellow resident company of the Kimmel Center, that is known for its innovative choreography, blending African American-based dance with ballet, jazz, and modern.

“If I’m making Philadelphia proud, if I making art that Philadelphia deems quality, then I know I’m on the right track.”

Leslie receiving honors from the City of Philadelphia with Philadanco founder Joan Myers Brown, City Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown, Beverly Harper, president emerita, Philadanco, state Rep. Dwight Evans, and Sandra Haughton, executive producer, New Freedom Theatre. credit: The Philadelphia Tribune Media company

- LESLIE ODOM, JR. 6ABC INTERVIEW

Launched in 2015, POPS in Schools is an EITC-certified program that supplements music education for 2,500 students in the School District of Philadelphia by embedding POPS Musicians and Teaching Artists in schools to cultivate the music leaders of tomorrow with mentorship from the music leaders of today.

POPS in Schools provides programming for high school students through the All-City Jazz Festival held each April during Jazz Appreciation Month and with weekly in-school activities at four elementary schools and one high school.

Your generous support allows: • 2,500 students to receive impactful music programming • 25 POPS musicians to train, coach, and mentor music students • 10 schools to participate in the All-City Jazz Festival • 500 students to perform in the Kimmel Center prior to a POPS concert

For more information on how you can support the future music leaders of Philadelphia, please contact 215.735.2841 | phillypops.org/popsinschools 18 | Encore! | The Philly POPS

Presented by Comcast NBCUniversal The Philly POPS Salute Series encourages recognition of service and commitment through an expanding set of events and activities — each transformative moments of celebration for our community. Salute performances recognize the service and sacrifice of those dedicated to a collective identity of American values and tradition.

Your generous support allows: • 2,000 members of the military and police and fire departments to enjoy free tickets to the Christmas Salute concert • 155,000 members of the Philadelphia community to celebrate a holiday at a free POPS concert • 205 children of members of the military and police and fire departments to receive a free bicycle at the Christmas in July event

For more information on attending or supporting the Salute Series: phillypops.org/Salute

in memoriam

DR. D. WALTER COHEN 1926 - 2018 Dr. D. Walter Cohen was involved with The Philly POPS since its 1979 founding, eventually becoming Chairman of the Board. He served as Chairman Emeritus until his passing at age 91 in June 2018.

An admired philanthropist, dentist, teacher, and colleague, Dr. Cohen was dean emeritus of the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, chancellor emeritus of the Drexel University College of Medicine, and a former president and chancellor of the Medical College of Pennsylvania. He received the French government’s Legion of Merit, received eight honorary doctorates, and was a member of the Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences. Cohen was also chair of the Pennsylvania Diabetes Academy, president of the National Museum of American Jewish History, and served on many other educational and non-profit boards.

As the organization approached its 40th anniversary, Dr. Cohen shared his favorite memories of the POPS: “We began to recognize people who made significant contributions in the field. I remember the event for John Glenn, the astronaut, which was a very, very significant event.”

“The July 4 program in front of Independence Hall became a standby. That happened in the first summer of 1980; [since then] the POPS has been an important part of Philadelphia’s cultural scene.”

Join the POPS on October 6 at the Trenton War Memorial for the annual benefit concert in support of Morris Hall and St. Lawrence Rehabilitation Center. Cohen’s daughter Jane Millner, Director of Community Relations and Development, organizes the event. This year’s show is: The Music of Elton John with Michael Cavanaugh. www.phillypops.org/eltontrenton

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ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF: ENCORE SERIES, INC. Frank Giordano, President and Chief Executive Officer

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2018-19

Michael Krajewski, Music Director

Joseph Del Raso, Chairman

David Charles Abell, Principal Guest Conductor

Anthony Ricci, Vice Chairman

Todd Ellison, Music Director-Designate

Tony Mahon, Secretary

Louis Scaglione, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

James M. Matour, Treasurer

Karen Corbin, Chief Operating Officer Patricia Wells, Office Manager and Executive Assistant to the President

Wilbert D. Abele Timothy Alles Joan Carter

Daniel Palmieri, Director of Sales and Customer Service

Pamela Cyr

Sarah Santos, Director of Marketing

Daniel DiLella

Sarah Maiellano, Assistant Director of Communications

Carol A. Eggert

Keith Obaza, Production Manager

Frank Giordano

Austin Berner, Manager of Communications

Louis K. Habina, Esq.

Gilberto Vega, Manager of Education and Engagement

Dr. Ali A. Houshmand

Reginald-Chris Mendoza, Staff Accountant

Dermid Kelly

Will Farr, Graphic Designer

Marc A. Lucca, P.E.

Brendan McHale, Program & Production Associate

Barry Magarick

Mia Serafine, Contributed Revenue and Events Coordinator

John J. Meko, Jr. Harry D. Madonna

Jeffrey Kern, Chorus Master

Denise Viola Monahan

Vincent Leonard, Music Librarian

Gregory Montanaro

Anne Peterson, Orchestra Contractor

Philip Rinaldi

Jeffrey Smith, Assistant Conductor

Andrew J. Santacroce

Debbie Lobel, Stage Manager

Louis Scaglione Jon C. Sirlin

Marketing

Ashley E. Widger

Mark Gisi, Partner, Brand Strategist, Eastern Standard General Counsel David H. Marion, Esq. POPS Physician Dr. Gary W. Dorshimer, MD, FACP, FCPP POPS Photographer Peter Blaikie, Bachrach Photography

D. Walter Cohen, DDS, Chairman Emeritus Salvatore M. DeBunda, Esq., Chairman Emeritus Samuel Savitz, Chairman Emeritus

SPOTLIGHT The Philly POPS Today ​Thanks to its passionate supporters, The Philly POPS is generating significant growth in ticket sales and attendance, with particular growth in the POPS subscription base. These advances are the driving force behind innovative programming for new audiences, meaningful work that benefits local communities, and a new slate of in-school education programs.

The Philly POPS is breaking out of the concert hall and bringing music to the streets of Philadelphia and its surrounding towns. Look for POPS artists performing in pop-up beer gardens, city parks, leisure venues, public schools and alongside some of the greatest vocalists of our time.

Salute Series The Philly POPS Salute Series encourages recognition of service and commitment through an expanding set of events and activities — each transformative moments of celebration for our community. Salute performances recognize the service and sacrifice of those dedicated to a collective identity of American values and tradition.

POPS in Schools Launched in 2015, POPS in Schools is an EITC-certified program that supplements music education for 2,500 students in the School District of Philadelphia by embedding POPS Musicians and Teaching Artists in schools to cultivate the music leaders of tomorrow with mentorship from the music leaders of today. POPS in Schools provides programming for high school students through the All-City Jazz Festival, held each April during Jazz Appreciation Month and with weekly in-school activities at four elementary schools and one high school.

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MEMORABLE MOMENTS July 2018 The Philly POPS enters its 40th Anniversary Season. At the Wawa Welcome America Festival, Frank and the POPS were honored as the “2018 Welcome America Honoree” for their commitment to The Salute Series and POPS in Schools.

June 2018 The Philly POPS announces the appointment of Music Director-Designate Todd Ellison.

August 2017 The Philly POPS announces the appointment of David Charles Abell as Principal Guest Conductor.

July 2017

December 2014 Launch of POPS Outside! brings the vibrant programming, musicians and featured guest artists of the POPS family to a growing list of holiday tree lightings and celebrations around the Delaware Valley.

December 2014 The Philly POPS salutes military and first responders by giving away 2,000 free tickets to the inaugural I’ll be Home for Christmas: A Salute to the Military and First Responders concert.

December 2014 David Charles Abell conducts in Holiday POPS!

The Philly POPS BIG Band debuts on July 4 at the March 2014 25th anniversary of the Wawa Welcome America Larry Blank conducts Marvin Hamlisch Tribute. concert on the Parkway.

July 2016

December 2013

David Charles Abell makes POPS debut in the 2013 In addition to July 3’s traditional POPS on Christmas Spectacular.

Independence concert, the POPS brass percussion ensemble performs at Philadelphia’s televised July 4 October 2013 Michael Krajewski conducts Viva Philadelphia! — the Celebration of Freedom ceremony. first concert of his tenure.

May 2016

The Philly POPS partners with the Mann Center for July 2013 the Performing Arts for Philadelphia’s first-ever Music Director Michael Krajewski takes over the “baton” of The Philly POPS. Memorial Day concert: Memorial Salute.

December 2015 The Philly POPS performs with renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli at the Wells Fargo Center.

September 2015 The Philly POPS performs for Pope Francis on Independence Mall.

September 2015 For the first time in over a decade, The Philly POPS adds a fourth concert to the Sinatra: A Centennial Celebration series after record ticket sales.

June 2015

March 2013 Michael Krajewski debuts in concerts Lennon and McCartney (March 2013) and Bond and Beyond (April 2013).

July 2012 Frank Giordano takes the reins as President and CEO of the The Philly POPS.

December 2001 The Kimmel Center opens with The Philly POPS as a founding resident company.

1999

The Philly POPS is designated as the official Pops Launch of POPS in Schools kicks off with a presenting sponsorship of the Philadelphia Orchestra of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

School District’s All City Jazz Festival.

1979 The Philly POPS is founded by Moe Septee.

POPS IN THE NEWS PHILLY POPS GIVES 205 BIKES TO LOCAL CHILDREN FROM MILITARY, POLICE AND FIRE DEPT FAMILIES

July 11, 2018

THE PHILLY POPS AND HEATHER HEADLEY OPEN THE WAWA WELCOME AMERICA PARTY ON THE PARKWAY

July 4, 2018

PHILLY POPS BRINGS IN ‘HAMILTON’ STAR LESLIE ODOM, JR. TO OPEN ITS 2018-19 SEASON THIS FALL

February 14 , 2018

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THE PHILLY POPS The Philly POPS, the largest standalone pops orchestra in the United States, delights audiences with the inspired performance of American popular music. The POPS celebrates this distinctive musical heritage through an expanding repertoire of innovative concert performances and a robust set of educational and engagement initiatives.

Now in its 40th season, the official POPS orchestra of Pennsylvania serves a consistently growing audience of over 150,000 annually. Music Director Michael Krajewski and the 65-piece Philly POPS orchestra keeps listeners tapping their toes to an impressive repertoire of songs from American traditions of music up through today’s chart-toppers. The Philly POPS BIG Band, an 18-20 piece ensemble performing a rock and rhythm and blues repertoire, premiered in 2017 to enthusiastic response at the July 4 Welcome America Concert on the Parkway.

Outside the concert hall, Salute Series performances — including POPS on Independence on July 3 and the I’ll Be Home for Christmas: A Salute to the Military and First Responders concert — celebrate the American tradition of service around important national holidays; POPS in Schools enhances music education for Philadelphia School District students; and POPS Outside brings POPS music to local communities.

The Philly POPS performs as a founding resident company of The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, and at venues throughout the mid-Atlantic region.

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CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SUPPORT The Philly POPS is extremely grateful for the generous support received from the following corporations, foundations, and government agencies. Their support is vital to the POPS’s commitment to music excellence. The Philly POPS is an approved Educational Improvement Organization (EIO) by the PA Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) certified to receive donations through Education Improvement Tax Credit (EITC).

40TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON SPONSOR

CIVIC, FOUNDATION, AND GOVERNMENT PARTNERS THE ABELE FAMILY FOUNDATION

SALUTE SERIES PRESENTING SPONSOR

CHRISTMAS PRESENTING SPONSOR

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MEDIA PARTNERS

MULTIMEDIA PARTNER

MARKETING SUPPORT

CORPORATE PARTNERS

SUSAN & CHASE MCDANIEL NANCY MILLER

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SUBSCRIBER SPOTLIGHT John and Palma Daly Shortly after John and Palma Daly started dating about seven years ago, they became POPS subscribers. They’ve now been married for four years and consider POPS shows a highlight of their life together.

Palma is originally from outside of Atlanta, Georgia and John is from Mount Airy. They have three homes: Gladwyne, Wilmington, and Naples, Florida in the winter. Both have lived in cities all over the country, but according to John, Philadelphia is the best place because it has wonderful arts, sports, universities, friends and colleagues.

John and Palma have 8 children and 11 grandchildren. Palma is an interior designer and enjoys gardening. John is a surgical oncologist at Fox Chase Cancer Center and was previously the Dean of Temple University’s medical school.

At the POPS, the Dalys sit about five rows from the stage on Friday nights. As Union League members, they often have dinner there before POPS shows. They especially loved the recent Broadway, Elvis, Beatles, and Star Wars shows and are looking forward to this weekend’s Leslie Odom show. “We always go away happy and singing the songs on the way home,” Palma said.

They both love shows featuring the Festival Chorus, too. “The combination of voices and music is spectacular,” John said.

The Dalys love to travel, especially to Italy, and they visited national parks in Wyoming and Montana this summer.

Why they subscribe: “A subscription offers the opportunity to become familiar with the conductor and musicians by their expressions and movement,” John said.

Favorite moment: Palma especially loved seeing Michael and Rachael Ludwig get married on stage in 2015.

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FRIENDS OF POPS The Philly POPS greatly appreciates the many patrons who have made contributions as Friends of the POPS. Thank you!

Your support helps make our concerts possible and creates a sustainable future.

AMERICAN SONGBOOK SOCIETY $100,000 AND ABOVE

EisnerAmper

GMIH, LLC

EQUUS Capital Partners LTD

Archer Law

Monica and Dan DiLella

Recycling Management Services Mr. Anthony Serafine President and CEO

Salvatore M. DeBunda, Esq.

Key Bank

Comcast NBCUniversal

Robert D. Kane, Jr. Market President

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development Parx Casino Republic Bank Mr. Harry H. Madonna Chairman and CEO

ORCHESTRA SOCIETY $50,000 TO $99,999 Dottie and Frank Giordano

Kaufman Financial Services Mr. Larry A. Kaufman

Macy's/Bloomingdales

Pennsylvania Council on the Arts

Rochelle and Barry Magarick

John and Christine Meko

Vic and Urve Maggitti

In memory of Jack Templeton, MD

The City of Philadelphia Mrs. Nancy M. Miller PRESIDENT'S CIRCLE $10,000 TO $24,999 Aqua America

Elizabeth and Terrence McCabe Muller, Inc. Sandra Muller President

Mr. Mark Nicoletti PECO

Marc Lucca President

Pepper Hamilton, LLP

Phil Rinaldi

Atlantic Trailer Leasing

The Philadelphia Phillies

Drs. John* and Pina Templeton

Beneficial Bank

Psalm 103 Foundation

Pam Cyr EVP, Chief Retail Banking Officer

Karen and Jon Sirlin

MAESTRO CIRCLE $25,000 TO $49,999

Brinker Capital Ashley Widger

Structure Tone, LLC

Tim and Pam Alles

CBS3 TV

AssuredPartners

Dermid Kelly Regional Vice President

CFI, The Knoll Dealer

Susan and Chase McDaniel

Tony Mahon Managing Director

Bank of America Delaware Valley Regional Economic Development Fund John Coffman Executive Director

Dilworth Paxson LLP Mr. James M. Matour, Esq.

The Foundation of Morris Hall St. Lawrence, Inc.

Anne and Joe Del Raso

Manning and Ginny Smith

Rowan University Dr. Ali Houshmand President

Louis Scaglione UM Holdings, Ltd. John Aglialoro and Joan Carter

The Union League of Philadelphia Mr. Jeffrey P. McFadden General Manager

M&T Bank John and Janet Marsella John J. Meko, Jr.

Visit Philadelphia

Gregory Montanaro

William Penn Foundation Special Gifts Program

Nadia and Antoine Moukarzel

ENCORE CIRCLE $5,000 TO $9,999

Norman and Suzanne Cohn

ASL Transportation Group Mr. James R. Donnelly President and CEO

Gabriel A. Battista The Baxter Family Foundation

PA Convention Center Authority Pennsylvania Thoroughbred Horseman's Association Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau

George Beppel

The Philadelphia Cultural Fund

Samantha Brandolini and Patrick Morgan

The Prime Rib

David and Jennifer Cardy Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Carlucci Clark Capital Management Group Harry and Kina Clark

Abram and D. Walter Cohen Foundation In memory of Gail Denny

DNB First Drexel University John A. Fry President

Jayne and Walter Garrison Ron Giordano Mr. and Mrs. William A. Graham, IV Louis K. Habina, Esq. Lisa Hale The Heritage Center of the Union League Mr. Leroy Kean LaVan Law Julie LaVan

MUSICIAN CIRCLE $2,500 TO $4,999 Anonymous Abele Family Foundation Joan and Wilbert D. Abele

Dr. Sucha and Mr. Michael Asbell Phillip and Ellen Baer Chris Baxter Nancy and James Baxter BNY Wealth Management Francis T. Schickling, Jr. Senior Director

Salvatore and Amy Calabrese Mr. Paul Catinella

Mr. Garth Weldon

Charles Jacquin et. Cie., Inc.

Eric Rosen In memory of Robert Rosen

Mr. Stanton Remer CFO

Anthony and Belinda Roth

Citizens Bank

Boenning and Scattergood, Inc. Harold F. Scattergood, Jr. Chairman of the Board and CEO

Mr. and Mrs. Walter Strine Esq. George Turak Deborah and Andrew Webster Wells Fargo Bank Bill and Jeanne Whitmore Charles and Barbara Widger

Daniel K. Fitzpatrick, CFA President

Karen Corbin Jana and Frank D'Andrea Charles and Susan Davidson Barry Depew Exact Design Mr. Richard Walling

Arlene and Stan Ginsburg Kathleen and Bruce Goldberg

Wilmington Trust

Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce

ZAC Management Group

Rob Wonderling President

Anthony Zingarelli Principal/COO

Legacy Advisors, LLC Mr. Michael T. Piotrowicz President

Cpt. And Mrs. Jack P. Lieberman, US Navy (Retired)

L.F. Driscoll Co., LLC Jacobs Music

BATON CIRCLE $1,000 TO $2,499

Mr. Joseph M. Della Ratta Ken and Marian Disken

Chris Rinaldi

Anonymous

Mr. and Mrs. David H. Marion, Esq.

Amany Mansour-Awad and George J. Awad

Maris and Roger Evoy

Edythe and Robert Mazer

Ms. Roslyn Barefield

Lisa Fazi

Metropolitan Contract Carpet

The Harold and Renee Berger Foundation

Mr. David Fineman

J. and Brenda Nixon

Frank and Suzanne Binswanger

Dennis Fitzgerald

Thomas Nowakowski, Sr.

Bob Andrews Group, LLC

Joe Pelosi

Obermeyer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel Nina B. Stryker, Esq. Trusts and Estates Department Chair

Office of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy Laurie and Christopher Olivia, MD Penn Medicine J.W. Pepper & Sons, Inc. Roscommon International Sean Reilly President and CEO

Joan Sacks and Lee Paynter The Reverend Lucy Pierre Monique and Gary Silvi

Mr. Robert Andrews, Jr. P.E. President and CEO

Amy Branch and Jeffry Benoliel Ed, Jane, & Brownie Brandt Kenneth Brandt

Susan and Matt Dupee

Firstrust Bank

Kenneth Gale and Gail Munion Scott Gamble Ms. Gail Goldstein Mr. and Mrs. Jack Holender David Horowitz Henry Gosik

Judith Burgess and Randy Bradway

Ms. Elaine Grobman

Francis and Mary Burke

Jo-ann Jones

Geraldine Camishion

Charles Keates

Ms. Courtney Carter

Michael Keenan

Edward and Joellyn Cattell

Gerhart and Anne Klein

Ivan Ciment

Calvin and Orsula Knowlton

Cohen Private Ventures Gen. Ronald Coleman Kevin Collins

Ms. Christine Lange Rep. Joseph Lashinger, Jr. Levy Wealth Management

Stradley Ronon Stevens and Young, LLP

Michael J. and Lynne Cona

Victor Levy

Wm. Sasso, Esq.

Corporate Health Solutions

Ten Pennies Florist and Event Planners

F. Richard Courtney

Louis K. Fox Charitable Trust

Ms. Ann Catania President

Stephen Crane and Elaine Jaskol

TD Bank

Creative Financial Group

Richard and Elaine Valiga Martin and Janice Wilensky

Riccardo Longo Christian R. & Mary F. Lindback Foundation

Gary Daniels, CLU, ChFC, CAP

Mr. Mark D. Lupke

CRW Graphics

Cathy Medway

David Van Dusen

Kaitlin MacKenzie

Wills Eye Hospital

Michael Crofton

David Yurman

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen G. Darlington

Gerald and Jeannine McMenamin Mr. Lawrence G. McMichael

Ms. Elaine Meltzer* Mrs. Karen Pelino Mr. and Mrs. Peter Michaelson Michael Milone

Roxanne and Gene Spatocco David and Peggy Stedman Paul Stewart

Zook Dinon PA CONDUCTOR CIRCLE $750 TO $999 Ken Dunek

Technology Concierge Group

Rick and Julie Frost

Mark Morganthaler

Gerald Francesco President

Dr. and Mrs. John A. Harman

Stephen Muracco

Peter Throm Management Mr. Peter Throm

New Opportunity Publishing

Carol B. Tinari

NH Wealth Advisors

Tot-Time Child Development Centers, Inc.

Richard and Barbara Orr

Morgan Stanley

National HR Jay Nistad Principal

James Nelligan Dominic Nigro Hon. Paul and Nancy Panepinto Penn Personalized Care Gary W. Dorshimer, MD, FACP, FCPP Official Physician of The Philly POPS

Pine Belt Auto Louis Trebino

Konstadinos Plestis and Maria Vogiatzi

Ms. Donna M. Parisi Owner

John Turchi Joseph Voytilla Waldorf Racing Stables The Wanerman Group USB Financial Services, Inc.

Kathryn and Dr. Michael Warhol

Wellshire Farms

Mr. Robert Rau

West Capital Management

Mrs. Joannie Rich

Janet G. and Harold J. Whartnaby

Patricia and Daniel Scott Marvin and Roberta Schimmel Wayne M. Schuh Michael Scott and Robin Hauner Terence and Deborah Smith

Elliot and Barbara Schwartz Dr. Larry and Bonnie Seidman

Alan D. Katz Managing Member

Louis B. Colameco, III

Savitz Family Foundation

Fred Rexon President and CEO

Elizabeth Weinreb

Cynthia and Gary Porter

Mr. Andrew J. Santacroce

Precision Automation

Wealth Development Group

Patricia Wellenbach

Ms. Joyce Seewald Sando

Renee Fiorelli President

Dennis Wasilewski

Police and Fire Federal Credit Union

Mr. Theodore Robb

Peterson Service Company

White Penny Jon Cofsky Principal

Cupersmith, Wilensky, Steiger, Stempler & Co. LLP Marty and Janice Wilensky

Ms. Jane Windle Elizabeth Wojdak S.R. Wojdak & Associates, Inc. Christopher Wolfington

PRINCIPAL PLAYER $500 TO $749 1518 Associates Melville and Maria Ackerman Sandy and Vince Basanavage Mr. Guy Berger Mr. Barry Bressler, Esq. Sharon and Bill Bronstein Bonnie Brown and Don Wynne Jeanne Brunozzi Mary Lou and Frank Burke CD Realty Advisors Craig Frater

Mr. Stephen B. Clyde

Mr. Frank C. Palopoli

Sally Chandler and Mark Chalmers

Mr. and Mrs. John Pelino

Maxine Coleman Pat and Connie Dalton Robert and Constance Dalton

L. Stephan and Rochelle Perchick Michelle and Mark Pressman Dr. Ralph Riviello, M.D.

George Daly

Dr. Harry Rosenthal

Emilio Degregorio

Salus University

Louis and Nina Eni

Henry Schwarz

Ms. Karen Fei

Mr. Paul Sloate

In memory of Donna Fei

Friends of the Ocean City Pops, Inc.

Gabriel Staino John and Sandra Stouffer

Drs. Domenic and Dorothy Pisano David Schneider and Rosalind Erwin In honor of William Nathan Erwin

Dr. and Mrs. Clifford Sporn Richard Williams ENTHUSIAST $250 TO $374 Pamela Altman Esha Bhatia Blue Bell Country Club Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bortz

Ruth Ann and Paul Fox

Ms. Joyce Ann Swoyer

Kimberly and Donald Brooks

Patrick R. Gault

Albert and Sabina Talone

Thomas Brunner

Joan and Larry Glazerman

Rebecca and Brooks Van Pelt

Ms. Mary Chirillo

Sandra Goodstein Nancy and Alan Grossman Cheryl D. Gunter and Paul A. Rabe Robert and Megan Hausler Herbein + Company, Inc. Mr. Anthony Hui Nina and Alan Kirschner Ms. Jacqueline S. Klein Stephen and Randy Klein Brian and Lenore Locke Drs. Lawrence and Lynn Levine Mrs. Patricia Levitt Mr. Frederick D Lipman Chris Masso Dr. Michael Mittleman Dr. Catherine A. Michon Kathleen Mulhern Reid and Elizabeth Murray

Kevin Waldron and Harriette Owens-Waldron Dale Wallace F. Gordon Yasinow John and Iris Zook PERFORMER $375 TO $499 George Baver

Beverly and Herbert Cohen Ms. Anne M. Congdon Sarah and Joseph M. Corvasce David Courtright Francis Costello In memory of Rhonda Costello

Karen and John Fulton

Mr. Robert Doman

Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Goldberg

Ms. Jodi Friedman

Harriet Beloff Goodwin

Bernard and Harriet Gross

Jeff Guaracino

Mr. John Heisler

Gwen and Matthew Iller

Pat Lannutti

Mrs. and Mrs. Joseph Jaworowski

Ms. Tracy L. Maeter Debbie and Elliot Maser Mrs. Kathleen Mulhern Patricia and Gordon Munson NewsHeisler Wealth Management John Heisler, CFP

Loraine and Edward Jones Rona Josephs Barbara and Gerald S. Kates Joseph Kolakowski Dr. Ray and Terri Kovalski

Joseph W. Kvech Phyllis and Robert Lambeck

Herbert and Sandra Weinstein James Winn

Janet Leo Robert Lynn Jim and Kanra Magnatta Liss & Marion Ricky Liss, Esq.

Carole Marani John McIntyre Stephen McWilliams Hermann Moser Janet and Stephen Mullin Harry Mullins C. Raymond Nelson The Honorable Brian J. O'Neill Patricia and Michael Pence Robert N. Racciatti Scott and Marilyn Radley Regina and John Riordan Nancy and Thomas Rocereto The Rotary Club of Washington Township David Roulston Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Sceia William and Anna Simpson Janet Steinberg Nancy Sullivan Laurence Sussman Halfred Taylor In memory of Judith Ann Taylor

Steven Tuso Ronald Vickers Ms. Dale Wallace

current list as of print date *in memoriam

GIVING LEVELS Join The Friends Of The Philly POPS Today!

If you love the NEW Philly POPS and want to become a Friend, please donate online at phillypops.org/donate to join others who share a passion for the Great American Songbook.

Your tax-deductible gift makes a significant difference in the lives of thousands of fellow patrons by allowing our beloved stand-alone orchestra to continue to play the music you know and love to hear.

FRIEND — $75 TO $124 • 10% discount on single tickets ADMIRER — $125 TO $249 Friend benefits, plus:

BATON CIRCLE — $1,000 TO $2,499 Conductor Circle benefits, plus:

• Free ticket exchange of your subscription tickets • Exclusive VIP Invitations to POPS special

events and performances

• Priority seating change request

for your subscription

MUSICIAN CIRCLE — $2,500 TO $4,999 Baton Circle benefits, plus:

ENTHUSIAST — $250 TO $374

• Invitations to a special reception with Maestro

Admirer benefits, plus:

• Acknowledgment of your contribution

• A private tour of the Kimmel Center

Krajewski and POPS leadership

in the Encore! program book

ENCORE! CIRCLE — $5,000 TO $9,999 PERFORMER — $375 TO $499 Enthusiast benefits, plus:

Musician Circle benefits, plus:

• A private dinner with Frank Giordano,

• Complimentary tickets to a special

• 1/2 page ad in the Encore! program book

backstage tour

PRINCIPAL PLAYER — $500 TO $749 Performer benefits, plus:

• Exclusive intermission receptions with

musicians and Board of Directors

President and CEO of The Philly POPS

PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE — $10,000 & ABOVE Encore! Circle benefits, plus:

• Concert Series Sponsorship • Full page ad in the Encore! program book

CONDUCTOR CIRCLE — $750 TO $999 Principal Player benefits, plus:

• A private backstage visit with

Maestro Krajewski and guest artists

All membership benefits are designed for two people. You may also waive all benefits, making the full amount of your contribution tax-deductible. For additional information on individual giving, please call our Development Office at 215.735.2841. To donate online, go to phillypops.org/donate. Benefits incept upon receipt of the contribution and are active for one year.

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