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Introduction – 1 Music Director’s Welcome – 2 Season Schedule – 4 Seating / Pricing – 16 Order Form – 17

Call for tickets: (904) 354-5547.

Online at: jaxsymphony.org All programs, artists and dates are subject to change.

All concerts are in Jacoby Symphony Hall unless otherwise noted.

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The programs you love.

From Ravel’s Boléro to Holst’s The Planets to Brahms’ Requiem.

Stars like Bernadette Peters, Frederica von Stade and Leon Fleisher.

A tribute to the ”King of Pop” Michael Jackson and the music of Motown.

From the Maestro The Symphony and You Throughout the rich history of the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra, our mission rings true at every downbeat: The Jacksonville Symphony is here for you. It is through your ears, minds and hearts that we enrich, entertain and educate our community. At every concert, it is our goal that you discover something that inspires your life.

The 2010-2011 season is filled with inspiring and entertaining moments. Make your plans now for the farewell concert of Frederica von Stade, Donizetti’s The Elixir of Love and an evening with Bernadette Peters. Masterworks highlights include Ravel’s Boléro, Brahms’ Requiem, Tchaikovsky’s Fourth, Mahler’s Fourth, Holst’s The Planets, and anniversary tributes to Samuel Barber, Schumann and Liszt.

We welcome esteemed artists Leon Fleisher, Raymond Leppard, Rachel Barton Pine, Terrence Wilson, and Augustin Hadelich with Alban Gerhardt in Brahms’ Double Concerto. Several concerts also feature our own virtuosi in the orchestra.

Pops audiences will enjoy a song-and-dance extravaganza, the sounds of Motown, Valentine’s Romance, Celtic Celebration and favorites from the piano bench to the symphony stage. And music lovers are catching on to a new way of concertgoing at our Fusion Series, offering a relaxed atmosphere of music, food and mingling with the musicians afterwards.

Your Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra has come a long way over six decades, but its ownership remains constant. It belongs to you.

Great music can be a part of your life this season.

Make it yours.

Enjoy!

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Frederica’s Farewell $75

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Saturday, November 6, 2010 at 8:00 p.m.

Fabio Mechetti, conductor Frederica Von Stade, mezzo-soprano

Guest Artist sponsored by The Roger L. and Rochelle S. Main Charitable Trust

The beloved Frederica von Stade has enriched the music world with three decades of endearing performances. This year marks Jacksonville’s last opportunity to experience one of the most celebrated voices of her generation. Now in her farewell tour, Frederica’s final bow is one night of music that you will never forget.

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The Julius N. Frankel Foundation presents D O N I Z E TT I ’ S C O M I C O P E R A

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Saturday, February 5, 2011 at 8:00 p.m.

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Fabio Mechetti, conductor Jacksonville Symphony Chorus Featuring a cast of esteemed guest soloists

A few sips and you’re an irresistible Casanova! Nemorino’s down and out – dead-end job, hardly noticed by the ladies, and hopelessly in love with Adina, who’s indifferent to his yearnings. But she’s not indifferent to the yearnings of Sergeant Belcore. (There’s something about a man in uniform.) Poor Nemorino hardly stands a chance until huckster Dr. Dulcamara whips up an “Elixir of Love” (really, it’s bad Bordeaux) that makes Nemorino the go-to guy for some serious loving.

Make it your pre-Valentine’s date night – a comic opera with lovable characters, wonderful arias, beautiful sets and dazzling costumes.

Fully-staged opera in two acts. Sung in Italian with English supertitles.

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7 Barber and Bolero We celebrate Samuel Barber’s centennial in American style with

September 23, 24, 25, 2010 Fabio Mechetti, conductor Terrence Wilson, piano* Sponsored by Haskell

his Piano Concerto featuring one of our country’s most gifted young artists, Terrence Wilson. The hypnotic power of Ravel’s Boléro is a feast of tonal color and Prokofiev’s score to Romeo and Juliet infuses passion and drama to the evening.

Festival Overture on the American National Air (The Star-Spangled Banner) Barber Piano Concerto* Prokofiev Excerpts from Romeo and Juliet Ravel Boléro

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7 Rachel Goes ’Gold A child prodigy to rival Mozart, Erich Wolfgang Korngold stunned

October 7, 8, 9, 2010 Fabio Mechetti, conductor Rachel Barton Pine, violin* Sponsored by Baptist Health and Mayo Clinic

the Vienna establishment and later became the first composer of international stature to “go Hollywood.” His Violin Concerto, performed by the adventurous Rachel Barton Pine, tugs the heartstrings with full-blooded lyricism and energy.

Dvor ák Carnival Overture Korngold Violin Concerto* Schumann Symphony No. 2 v

German Requiem Brahms’ immortal legacy lies in the German Requiem. Powerful yet

November 19, 20, 2010 Michael Butterman, conductor Janice Eteme Chandler, soprano* Richard Zeller, baritone* Jacksonville Symphony Chorus* Aziz Barnard Luce, Kevin Garry, Charlotte Mabrey, percussion soloists**

delicate, his glorious vocal masterpiece speaks to all of humanity, a musical celebration of faith and hope for all living things.

Christopher Theofanidis Rainbow Body Peck The Glory and the Grandeur: Concerto for Percussion Trio** Brahms Ein Deutsches Requiem (A German Requiem)*

7 Triple Double Four Romantic giants, three dazzling concertos, two amazing soloists,

January 6, 7, 8, 2011 Fabio Mechetti, conductor Augustin Hadelich, violin* Alban Gerhardt, cello+

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one exciting night of music. Augustin Hadelich and Alban Gerhardt return to our stage to put you in a state of “wow.”

Liszt Die Ideale (Symphonic Poem No.12) Beethoven Romanze No. 2 in F for Violin and Orchestra* Strauss Romanze in F for Cello and Orchestra+ Brahms Concerto for Violin and Cello (Double Concerto)*+

7 Symphonic Dances Who says you can’t dance to symphonic music when you’ve got the famous tunes from West Side Story … and more? Rachmaninoff ’s January 27, 28, 29, 2011 Symphonic Dances is orchestrated to perfection with rhythmic Fabio Mechetti, conductor vivacity and lush melodies. Barber creates suspense with Medea’s contemplation, increasing in intensity until finally unleashing the fury of a woman scorned.

Barber Medea’s Meditation and Dance of Vengeance Bernstein West Side Story: Symphonic Dances Rachmaninoff Symphonic Dances

7 Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Tchaikovsky’s most colorful symphony, the Fourth, packs a wallop

of belting good tunes, toe-tapping rhythms and vivid orchestration, February 24, 25, 26, 2011 combined with fatalistic tragedy and balletic grace… and of course Fabio Mechetti, conductor the famous pizzicato movement.

Jennifer Frautschi, violin* Glazunov Spring (Vesna), Musical Picture in D Stravinsky Violin Concerto* Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 4

Mozart, Leppard Raymond Leppard knows a thing or two about early music With guys like him on the podium, Mozart and and Orion authenticity.

Beethoven could only sound more precise if they were standing

March 11, 12, 2011 over his shoulder. And Mozart in the hands of Orion Weiss is Raymond Leppard, conductor treated with exceptional grace, dignity and artistry.

Orion Weiss, piano* Beethoven Leonore Overture No. 3 Mozart Piano Concerto No. 25* Elgar Enigma Variations

Mahler’s Fourth Mahler’s Fourth Symphony paints a musical portrait of those matters he continually wrestled with: questions of existence, March 25, 26, 2011 of what happens after death, of what lies behind the everyday, Fabio Mechetti, conductor surrounded by the poetry and world of the fabled “Wunderhorn.”

Barbara Shirvis, soprano* Barber’s centennial tribute concludes with his famous tear-jerker Adagio and peacefully serene Knoxville.

Barber Barber Mahler

Adagio for Strings Knoxville: Summer of 1915* Symphony No. 4*

7 The Planets If this isn’t heaven in a concert hall, then here’s as close as it gets!

April 14, 15, 16, 2011 Fabio Mechetti, conductor Jacksonville Symphony Chorus* Sponsored by Lynn and Bob Alligood and Ice House America

Holst’s spectacular sonic space journey embodies the mystical voices of the planets. Vaughan Williams (in friendly competition with Holst) declares the ultimate triumph of the soul’s destiny, set to the poetry of Whitman. The “more gifted” of the Strausses (according to brother Johann) waltzes in with celestial sounds.

Josef Strauss Music of the Spheres Vaughan Williams Toward the Unknown Region* Holst The Planets*

7 Fleisher Leon Fleisher, one of the past century’s great pianists, was suddenly

May 12, 13, 14, 2011 Fabio Mechetti, conductor, Leon Fleisher, piano*

limited to playing with only his left hand. But he refused to let this affliction stop him from championing the one-handed repertoire.

One such work is Ravel’s Left-Hand Concerto inspired by a pianist who lost his arm in the first World War, which often makes one hand work hard enough for two!

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Let’s Dance! You’ll be swept off your feet in this spellbinding song-and-dance

October 22, 23, 2010 Joan Hess and Kirby Ward, guest artists Michael Krajewski, conductor Sponsored by Regency Centers together with Joannie & Russell Newton and Brooke & Hap Stein

pops extravaganza! Move over, Fred and Ginger. Broadway stars Joan Hess and Kirby Ward sing and dance to some of your favorite music.

Selections include Gershwin’s I Got Rhythm and Shall We Dance; Strauss’ Thunder and Lightning Polka; Berlin’s Monte Carlo Ballet and Cheek to Cheek; Leroy Anderson’s Blue Tango; and much more.

The Motown Experience “Get Ready” as Jacksonville becomes Hitsville, USA! SPECTRUM, November 12, 13, 2010 SPECTRUM, guests artists Michael Krajewski, conductor

A Tribute to Motown and R&B Music, is a versatile quartet radiating the essence of Motown – the soulful sounds, smooth harmonies, suave steps, and of course, the cool-looking suits. Groove to the greatest hits of The Four Tops, The Temptations, Smokey Robinson & The Miracles and more, with songs like I Heard it Through the Grapevine,My Girl, Stand by Me, Bernadette, and Just My Imagination.

Holiday Pops Share the spirit of the season with family and friends and be a part

December 10, 11, 2010 Kishna Davis, soprano Jacksonville Symphony Chorus Michael Butterman, conductor

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of Jacksonville’s great holiday celebration. Enjoy Holiday favorites and the voice of soprano Kishna Davis, who has wowed opera and concert audiences throughout the world with her intimate artistry and versatility from Aida to Bess.

Sunday, December 12 at 3:00 p.m.

Holiday Pops Encore

I Love a Piano! Straight from the piano bench come the beloved classics of Gershwin,

January 14, 15, 2011 Rich Ridenour, piano Fabio Mechetti, conductor Sponsored by Guild Friends of the Jacksonville Symphony

Joplin, Rachmaninoff, Beethoven, Irving Berlin, Billy Joel and more.

The witty Rich Ridenour serves up the all-time piano favorites with a pinch of Victor Borge humor, a grand Steinway and your grand Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra.

Valentine’s Romance Often compared to Harry Connick, Jr. and Michael Bublé, singer,

February 11, 12, 2011 Tony DeSare, guest artist Nicholas Palmer, conductor

pianist and composer Tony DeSare brings his signature sound to the best American pop music from Harold Arlen to Chuck Berry to Prince.

He’s got a style all his own with his refreshing, jazzy interpretations of songs to swoon over, such as They Can’t Take That Away From Me, You’d Be So Nice to Come Home To and Kiss.

Celtic Celebration Take an Emerald Isle journey in true Celtic style with dancing,

March 4, 5, 2011 Michael Krajewski, conductor Sponsored in honor of The City Rescue Mission

bagpipes, theatrical staging and music, featuring an impressive cast of performers. Get in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit with music from Braveheart and Titanic, highlights from Harty’s An Irish Symphony and Arnold’s Four Scottish Dances, wonderful Broadway melodies from Brigadoon and Finian’s Rainbow, and a rollicking audience sing-along.

SYMfantasy Hear the Jacksonville Symphony do what it does best – bringing you

April 1,2, 2011 Stars of the Symphony: Peter Wright, Marci Gurnow and Artie Clifton, clarinets James Jenkins, tuba Steven Reineke, conductor

the greatest hits from the concert stage! Led by guest conductor Steven Reineke, you’ll enjoy popular classics and sparkling melodies such as Clarinet Polka, Largo al Factotum (“Figaro! Figaro! Figaro!”) on tuba (!) from The Barber of Seville, the awe-inspiring 1812 Overture, America from West Side Story, My Heart Will Go On from Titanic, and much more.

An Evening With Seven-time Tony Award nominee Bernadette Peters has wowed with show-stopping Broadway hits and captivating BERNADETTE PETERS audiences performances on the big screen and in concert. Her unique charm

April 23, 2011 Bernadette Peters, guest artist

and style are unforgettable in such classics as Song And Dance, Sunday in the Park with George, Into the Woods, Annie Get Your Gun and Gypsy.

Sponsored by Celebrate springtime with this Easter weekend event as Bernadette Peters sings you her most beloved favorites.

The DuBow Family Foundation One Night Only in the Moran Theater Subscribers will be seated in priority based on their seating areas in Jacoby Hall.

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American Fusion Copland gets the dance going with music from Rodeo. Still’s pioneering Friday, October 15, 2010 work gives a symphonic dimension to the blues, inspired by Dunbar’s idioms Fabio Mechetti, conductor dialectic poems. Gershwin incorporates a wealth of blues and jazz into Porgy and Bess, which he considered to be his finest work. CC Let’s Dance! You’ll be swept off your feet in this spellbinding song-and-dance

Friday, October 22, 2010 Michael Krajewski, conductor Joan Hess and Kirby Ward, guest artists

pops extravaganza! Move over, Fred and Ginger. Broadway stars Joan Hess and Kirby Ward sing and dance to some of your favorite music.

Selections include Gershwin’s I Got Rhythm and Shall We Dance; Strauss’ Thunder and Lightning Polka; Berlin’s Monte Carlo Ballet and Cheek to Cheek; Leroy Anderson’s Blue Tango; and much more. CP

Holiday Pops Share the spirit of the season with family and friends and be a part

Friday, December 10, 2010 Michael Butterman, conductor Kishna Davis, soprano Jacksonville Symphony Chorus Sponsored by Westminster Woods

of Jacksonville’s great holiday celebration. Enjoy Holiday favorites and the voice of soprano Kishna Davis, who has wowed opera and concert audiences throughout the world with her intimate artistry and versatility from Aida to Bess. CP

I Love a Piano! Straight from the piano bench come the beloved classics of Gershwin,

Friday, January 14, 2011 Fabio Mechetti, conductor Rich Ridenour, piano

Joplin, Rachmaninoff, Beethoven, Irving Berlin, Billy Joel and more.

The witty Rich Ridenour serves up the all-time piano favorites with a pinch of Victor Borge humor, a grand Steinway and your grand Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra. CP

Russian Fusion Explore music of the Russian soul with Borodin, Mussorgsky,

Friday, January 21, 2011 Fabio Mechetti, conductor Ruxandra Marquardt, violin

Shostakovich, Glinka, Rimsky-Korsakov and sweet melodies of Tchaikovsky with JSO violinist Ruxandra Marquardt. Imagine you’re rubbing elbows in the imperial court of the Tsars as they were entertained by such spectacular folkloric ballets and operas. CC

Valentine’s Romance Often compared to Harry Connick, Jr. and Michael Bublé, singer,

Friday, February 11, 2011 Nicholas Palmer, conductor Tony DeSare, guest artist Sponsored by Raymond James & Associates

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pianist and composer Tony DeSare brings his signature sound to the best American pop music from Harold Arlen to Chuck Berry to Prince.

He’s got a style all his own with his refreshing, jazzy interpretations of songs to swoon over, such as They Can’t Take That Away From Me, You’d Be So Nice to Come Home To and Kiss. CP

Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Tchaikovsky’s most colorful symphony, the Fourth, packs a wallop

of belting good tunes, toe-tapping rhythms and vivid orchestration, Friday, February 25, 2011 combined with fatalistic tragedy and balletic grace… and of course Fabio Mechetti, conductor the famous pizzicato movement. CC

SYMfantasy Hear the Jacksonville Symphony do what it does best – bringing you

Friday, April 1, 2011 Steven Reineke, conductor Stars of the Symphony: Peter Wright, Marci Gurnow and Artie Clifton, clarinets James Jenkins, tuba

the greatest hits from the concert stage! Led by guest conductor Steven Reineke, you’ll enjoy popular classics and sparkling melodies such as Clarinet Polka, Largo al Factotum (“Figaro! Figaro! Figaro!”) on tuba (!) from The Barber of Seville, the awe-inspiring 1812 Overture, America from West Side Story, My Heart Will Go On from Titanic, and much more. CP

Nordic Fusion Set sail on a Nordic adventure with a smorgasbord of music from

Friday, Friday, April 8, 2011 Michael Butterman, conductor Claudia Minch, English horn

Scandinavia. Enjoy Grieg’s soundtrack to the fantastic folklore and raucous satire of Peer Gynt with actors and vocalists, Sibelius’ mythical swan song on the Tuonela featuring the JSO’s Claudia Minch, and the heroic anthem that inspired patriotic fervor and ultimate triumph for the people of Finlandia. CC

British Fusion Take your seat for a concert you’re likely to hear at Royal Albert Friday, May 20, 2011 Hall. “Sir” Roger Nierenberg returns to lead the Jacksonville Symphony in works by two giants of British music, William Walton and Ralph Roger Nierenberg, conductor Vaughan Williams.

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We invite you to fuse your evening’s entertainment together for a complete experience at the Times-Union Center. Enjoy a tastefully arranged variety of symphonic gems introduced from the stage by our artists, pre-concert appetizers based on the concert theme, and time to stay and mingle afterwards with audiences and musicians. Jazz and acoustic music and more entertaining elements are also in the works, all at this great location on the St. Johns River.

American Fusion The journey begins with some down-home cookin’ and Thursday, October 14, 2010 home-spun music. Copland gets the dance going with music from Rodeo. Still’s pioneering work gives a symphonic dimension to the Fabio Mechetti, conductor blues, inspired by Dunbar’s dialectic poems. Gershwin incorporates a wealth of blues and jazz idioms into Porgy and Bess, which he considered to be his finest work.

Russian Fusion Tempt your taste buds with an assortment of Zakuski (that’s Russian

Friday, January 21, 2011 Fabio Mechetti, conductor Ruxandra Marquardt, violin

for appetizers) and explore music of the Russian soul with Borodin, Mussorgsky, Shostakovich, Glinka, Rimsky-Korsakov and sweet melodies of Tchaikovsky with JSO violinist Ruxandra Marquardt.

Imagine you’re rubbing elbows in the imperial court of the Tsars as they were entertained by such spectacular folkloric ballets and operas.

Nordic Fusion Set sail on a Nordic adventure with a smorgasbord of delicacies and

Friday, April 8, 2011 Michael Butterman, conductor Claudia Minch, English horn

music from Scandinavia. Enjoy Grieg’s soundtrack to the fantastic folklore and raucous satire of Peer Gynt with actors and vocalists, Sibelius’ mythical swan song on the Tuonela featuring the JSO’s Claudia Minch, and the heroic anthem that inspired patriotic fervor and ultimate triumph for the people of Finlandia.

British Fusion Take a taste of hearty English fare and take your seat for a concert Friday, May 20, 2011 you’re likely to hear at Royal Albert Hall. “Sir” Roger Nierenberg returns to lead the Jacksonville Symphony in works by two giants of British Roger Nierenberg, conductor music, William Walton and Ralph Vaughan Williams.

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The Music of Michael Jackson Saturday, October 16, 2010 Brent Havens, conductor Moran Theater

From his early years with the Jackson 5 to his mega-hit album Thriller and beyond, Michael Jackson stormed the music industry with hit after hit. Take a symphonic adventure through the legendary career of the King of Pop, from ABC, I'll Be There and Got To Be There through Beat It, Thriller, Rock With You, The Way You Make Me Feel and many more. With a rock solid band and dynamite vocals, front and center with the Jacksonville Symphony, you’ll thrill to an evening of fabulous songs spanning 40 years of Michael Jackson's celebrated stardom.

The Motown Experience Saturday, November 13, 2010 SPECTRUM, guests artists Michael Krajewski, conductor Jacoby Symphony Hall

“Get Ready” as Jacksonville becomes Hitsville, USA! SPECTRUM, A Tribute to Motown and R&B Music, is a versatile quartet radiating the essence of Motown – the soulful sounds, smooth harmonies, suave steps, and of course, the cool-looking suits. Groove to the greatest hits of The Four Tops, The Temptations, Smokey Robinson & The Miracles and more, with songs like I Heard it Through the Grapevine,My Girl, Stand by Me, Bernadette, and Just My Imagination.

Celtic Celebration

Saturday, March 5, 2011 Michael Krajewski, conductor Jacoby Symphony Hall

Sponsored in honor of The City Rescue Mission Take an Emerald Isle journey in true Celtic style with dancing, bagpipes, theatrical staging and music, featuring an impressive cast of performers. Get in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit with music from Braveheart and Titanic, highlights from Harty’s An Irish Symphony and Arnold’s Four Scottish Dances, wonderful Broadway melodies from Brigadoon and Finian’s Rainbow, and a rollicking audience sing-along. p a g e

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SPECIALS Gilbert & Sullivan’s

Friday, October 1, 2010 at 8 p.m.

Saturday, October 2, 2010 at 8 p.m.

Sunday, October 3, 2010 at 3 p.m.

I am the very model of a modern major general… Ha-ha!

Now that we’ve stuck that in your head, you'll have to finish the song. One of Gilbert and Sullivan's wittiest and most comical operettas invades Jacoby Symphony Hall. This semi-staged version features your Jacksonville Symphony on stage with actors and singers from the Alhambra Theatre, led by renowned director/producer Tod Booth. Animal or vegetable... Hee-hee!

The Pirates of Penzance

Saturday, December 4, 2010 at 8:00 p.m.

Michael Butterman, conductor Jacksonville Symphony Chorus and soloists Handel Messiah At a time of year when most merchants are pushing their wares in the name of Christmas, it’s difficult to find an oasis of sanity where the meaning of the holiday isn’t drowned out by bell-ringing Santas, shopping crowds or Muzak-droning carols. We have your oasis – Handel’s Messiah. Hallelujah!

Handel’s Messiah

Friday, December 17, 2010 at 8 p.m.

Saturday, December 18, 2010 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Sunday, December 19, 2010 at 2 p.m.

Michael Butterman, conductor Tchaikovsky The Nutcracker Enter the magical world of childlike imagination at one of Jacksonville's greatest holiday traditions. The First Coast Nutcracker will enchant the whole family, showcasing internationally renowned principal dancers, our area's finest young dance corps, and Tchaikovsky's best-loved melodies.

First Coast Nutcracker

Friday, December 31 8:30 p.m.: Concert, with champagne intermission 10:30 p.m.: Jazz, dancing and hors d’oeuvres Midnight: Fireworks Make New Year’s Eve a night you’ll remember… really. Celebrate with music by everyone’s favorite local band, your Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra. Start with a concert of great tunes to strike up the festivities and spark up a glow in the chilly season. Stick around with dancing and live jazz in the Times-Union Center and stay for the fireworks, or make your way home in plenty of time to watch the ball drop.

Toast! To the New Year!

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Symphonic Spooktacular – Alien Encounter

October 24, 2010 Fawzi Haimor, conductor It’s a close encounter of the friendly kind when an alien drops in to visit the Jacksonville Symphony.

Schnoodle, who comes from the distant planet Schnarp, leads kids through a concert that explains how the different instruments in an orchestra work and how they interact. Wear your costume!

The Polar Express

December 5, 2010 Michael Butterman, conductor Experience the magic of the holidays by taking a ride on Chris Van Alsburg’s The Polar Express.

This timeless tale of a boy who still believes makes every child always hope to hear the ringing of Santa’s bells. As images from the book are projected onto the stage, the words of this Caldecott Medal-winner come to life through the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra, chorus and narrator.

We’ll also ring in the season with a holiday sing-a-long!

The Twins and the Monster

January 23, 2011 Fabio Mechetti, conductor Norma Lewis, performer and narrator Young twins Azizi and Aziza work together to outwit a gruesome monster and bring peace to their village. Based on a traditional African folk tale, the young audience is swept away to a faraway land of dark forests, vast plains and spooky swamps. The rhythms of Africa, powerful music, beautifully carved masks, singing and movement create an exotic atmosphere and tell a thrilling tale of family unity and courage.

Play Ball!

March 20, 2011 Experience the power of teamwork as the sights and sounds of America’s pastime come alive.

The Jacksonville Suns team up with the Jacksonville Symphony to show kids the importance of working as a team. Get ready for a brand new baseball season with selections from Casey at the Bat, narrated by Suns owner Peter “Pedro” Bragan, and many more tunes inspired by the great sport of baseball.

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$370 $260 $259 $175 $296 $208 $105 $75 A,F – $38 B,G,J – $22

$190 $126 $152 $57

GENERAL ADMISSION SEASON TICKET PRICING

COFFEE TEN – $190 COFFEE PASSPORT – $176 EIGHT CONCERTS COFFEE DECAF – $118 FIVE CONCERTS FUSION – $167 (Fusion Subscription Includes Appetizers) FAMILY – $20 JSYO ADULT – $24 • JSYO CHILD – $14 PASSPORT – $500

Value-Price Seating

JACOBY HALL SINGLE TICKETS SECTION

SECTION

SECTION

SECTION

SECTION

A,F

B,G

C,H,M

D

E,J,L,N

$66

$56

$41

$31

$26

FREDERICA VON STADE $75 $60 $50 $40 NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION: RESERVED – $75 GENERAL ADMISSION – $50 FUSION: GENERAL ADMISSION – $35 GENERAL ADMISSION APPETIZERS – $45 COFFEE: $25 JSYO ADULT: $12 JSYO CHILD: $7

$30

**SINGLE TICKETS

** MASTERWORKS, POPS, PLUGGED IN, MESSIAH, PIRATES OF PENZANCE

FAMILY: GENERAL ADMISSION – $7

RESERVED – ADULT: $20 / CHILD: $18

MORAN THEATER SINGLE TICKETS

FIRST COAST NUTCRACKER OPERA: THE ELIXIR OF LOVE MUSIC OF MICHAEL JACKSON BERNADETTE PETERS

P R I C I N G

p a g e

1 6

PIT: $60

AREA

AREA

AREA

AREA

1 $43 $95 $42 $56

2 $33 $65 $32 $41

3 $23 $45 $22 $31

4 $18 $35 $15 $26

A. SELECT YOUR SERIES AND SEATING 1st Choice Seating 2nd Choice Seating

Name of Series

B. ADDITIONAL INDIVIDUAL CONCERT TICKETS * Name of Concert

Date/Time

Price

Total

# of Seats

List additional purchases of tickets for all concerts separate from your series order.

1st Choice Seating 2nd Choice Seating

Price

Total

# of Seats

*Single tickets will be processed after season orders and will be mailed separately. Seating will vary from series location.

C. DONATE In addition to renewing my season tickets, I wish to make a gift in support of the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra, a federally approved 501(C)(B) not-for-profit Florida corporation.

K I would like to waive all benefits that are not tax-deductible and receive full charitable value of my gift.

+ Your donation

$ $5

+ Season Ticket Handling Get season parking for only $20 GRAND TOTAL

$

D. METHOD OF PAYMENT Full payment or complete charge information must be included with your order. Seating requests will be filled in order of receipt. No refunds are given once tickets have been mailed.

Check endorsed, made payable to the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra

Credit Card #

American Express Mastercard Visa

Exp. Date:

E. BILLING INFORMATION Name: Address: City/State/Zip: Day Phone:

Evening Phone:

Email:

SUBSCRIBERS SAVE $5 PER TICKET On regular series single tickets.

How to Order

By Phone: 904-354-5547 Speak with a customer service representative.

Box office hours are Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and 90 minutes before the start of the concert (no phone service).

Online: Log on to www.jaxsymphony.org.

Mail: Fill out the attached form and mail to: Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra 300 Water St., Suite 200, Jacksonville, FL 32202

Groups: Groups of 10 or more receive a 15% discount.

Call (904) 356-0426 for info.

Fax: 904-354-9238 Come See Us: Receive personal service at the Symphony Box Office.Address and hours are listed at left.

Concert Updates: Log on to jaxsymphony.org and sign up for SoundBytes, our email newsletter.

You’ll receive insider information on concerts, guest artists, educational programs and community activities.

Directions

Jacoby Symphony Hall is located in the Times-Union Center at 300 Water Street next to the Jacksonville Landing on the St Johns River.

APR. 2011

BERNADETTE PETERS

OCT. 2010

LET’S DANCE!

NOV. 2010

FREDERICA VON STADE

OCT. 2010

THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE

MUSICAL

FEB. 2011

THE ELIXIR OF LOVE

OPERA

OCT. 2010

MICHAEL JACKSON

THE MUSIC OF

3 0 0 W AT E R S T R E E T, S T E . 2 0 0 JACKSONVILLE, FL 32202

JACKSONVILLE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA