Helena Symphony Season 67 Brochure

THE HELENA SYMPHONY ENSURED THAT OUR LIVES WERE FILLED WITH MUSIC THROUGHOUT THIS PAST YEAR, AND WE ARE HERE TO HELP RECONNECT YOU TO THE WORLD AND YOUR COMMUNITY WITH THE THRILLING AND HEALING POWER OF MUSIC.

July

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September 18

Non-Series Concert 1: Symphony Under the Stars – Totally Awesome 80s!

Masterworks Concert I: Opening Night – Beethoven’s Ninth*

18 Special Event: Opening Night Celebration October

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Education Concert: Symphony Kids 1 – The Boy and His Tree

23 Masterworks Concert II: Consolation & Remembrance*

November 6 Education Concert: Symphony Kids 2 – There’s a Monster in My Closet 13 Non-Series Concert 2: Mozart by Candlelight* 20 Special Event: Solid Gold – Happy 50th, Maestro! (Fundraiser)

December 13 Non-Series Concert 3: Christmas in the Cathedral (Two Monday Performances) January

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Masterworks Concert III: Ravel’s Piano Concerto with Pianist Jon Nakamatsu*

February 5 Education Concert: Symphony Kids 3 – Once Upon a Time 26 Masterworks Concert IV: Romeo & Juliet and Symphonie fantastique* March 26 Masterworks Concert V: Rite of Spring* April

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Education Concert: Symphony Kids 4 – Fiona the Frog & Her Violin

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Education Concert: Annual Youth Concert – Beethoven Lives Upstairs

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Masterworks Concert VI: CARMEN in Concert*

June 25

Special Event: Benefit Concert at Montana Ting (Program TBD)

Masterworks Subscription Concert

Non-Series Concert

Education Concert

Benefit Concert & Special Events

* = AARP HomeStream Your Helena Symphony live broadcasts available FREE online.

INTERNATIONALLY RENOWNED GUEST ARTISTS More than two dozen soloists appear this Season, including the return of internationally-renowned Van Cliburn Gold Medalist, Pianist Jon Nakamatsu, acclaimed Israeli-American Cellist Amit Peled, and noted Russian Pianist Anna Kislitsyna, along with numerous vocal soloists, including Metropolitan Opera star Mezzo Soprano Kirstin Chávez as the title role in Carmen.

SEASON

BEETHOVEN’S NINTH Join us as we celebrate our community, honor our heroes, and remember those that were lost during this past year.

Beethoven’s immortal Ode to Joy has been the soundtrack to our lives for every major world event and allows us to imagine all we are and want to be. Opening Night launches a return to our lives together. Join us!

A CONCERT OF HEALING We dedicate an entire concert to those lost during this year with music that helps us remember, invites reflection, and brings consolation and peace.

MOZART BY CANDLELIGHT This visually moving concert brings the music of Mozart (and others) to life in a more intimate setting – all by candlelight. This performance sells out quickly and subscribers get first access.

Be sure to purchase these seats with your season tickets.

CHRISTMAS IN THE CATHEDRAL Continue to enjoy Helena’s longest holiday tradition in the majesty and beauty of the Cathedral of St. Helena with the Helena Symphony Chorale. It is still the perfect way to usher in the holiday season.

STRAVINSKY’S RITE OF SPRING Experience the most important work of the last century. Composed just before World War I, Stravinsky’s music to the ballet Rite of Spring changed music forever, and it remains one of the most exciting works in all of music, keeping you on the edge of your seat.

B IZE T’S CAR ME N I N CO N CE R T Give in to the temptation of the sultry love of Carmen! Bizet’s opera remains the most loved opera of all time. This all-star cast includes internationally-renowned soloists who have appeared at the Metropolitan Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, and operas around the world. This is not to be missed.

FREE EDUCATION CONCERTS Four exciting Symphony Kids programs return for all ages along with the annual Youth Concert for fourth and fifth graders.

This is a great way to bring music to children’s lives!

Benefit Concert at Montana Ting

THE HELENA SYMPHONY SPONSORSHIP Sponsoring a Helena Symphony Masterworks, Non-Series, or Education Concert, or a Guest Artist makes a direct and meaningful impact on the continuation of symphonic music in the Helena and the greater Montana community.

Local individuals and businesses become part of our mission to engage, enrich, transform, and inspire lives through music.

OSTINATO CIRCLE

$1,000........Engage Level Education Sponsorship $1,500........Guest Artist Sponsorship $2,500........Innovate Level Education Sponsorship $3,000........Enrich Level Concert Sponsor $5,000.......Transform Level Concert Sponsor $10,000......Inspire Level Concert Sponsor

In music, ostinato means a continually repeated musical phrase or rhythm. The Helena Symphony’s Ostinato Circle is a group of individuals dedicated to the long-term health of the Helena Symphony whose recurring monthly contributions continually support our music making. Concert sponsorships and musician sponsorships can also use an Ostinato model!

Any amount each month is welcome and will be automatically charged to the account or card of your choice. $50 gift each month = $600 per year $100 gift each month = $1,200 per year $250 gift each month = $3,000 per year

MUSICIAN SPONSORSHIP Whether you love a specific instrument, know one of our musicians personally, or want to become more involved with the Helena Symphony, sponsoring a musician chair is a great option! An annual sponsorship of a musician chair is between $1,500 to $10,000 and comes with VIP Helena Symphony perks like the Musical Chairs reception and naming rights for your chair! $1,500.......................Section Chair Sponsorship $2,000–$6,000.......Associate Principal & Principal Chair Sponsorship $10,000....................Concertmaster Chair Sponsorship TO BECOME INVOLVED, PLEASE CONTACT: Cameron Betchey, Director of Development & Communications 406.442.1860 / development@helenasymphony.org 21 N Last Chance Gulch, Ste 100 / Helena, MT 59601

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YOUR SUBSCRIBER

PREMIUM SERVICE

GREAT SAVINGS

CONCERT PERKS

First Access to Renew Your Seats Get the seat you want at the best price – before tickets go on sale to the general public.

Save Money and Time Save at least 15% off the cost of single tickets, and have your nights out planned well in advance.

The Art of Listening Newsletter Receive information about each concert, including Maestro Scott’s program notes.

Bring a Friend Pass Share the experience of a subscription concert with a friend.

Non-Series Advanced Access Purchase seats before the general public for Mozart by Candlelight, Christmas in the Cathedral, and Symphony Under the Stars.

Free Ticket Exchanges You can switch your seats to any available seats of the same or lesser value at no charge.

Pre-Concert Conversations Participants talk with Maestro Scott and guest artists 45 minutes prior to every Masterworks Concert.

Opening Night Champagne Reception Enjoy a glass of champagne with the guest artists, Maestro Scott, and the musicians of the Helena Symphony following the Opening Night Concert.

Thanks to generous support from AARP Montana and additional donors, several of the concerts during the 2021-2022 Season will be available at no charge as live broadcasts on YouTube, the Helena Symphony’s website, and the Symphony’s Facebook page. These live streams can

be viewed on a smart phone, tablet, laptop and desktop computers, smart televisions, and televisions connected to the internet – or anywhere you have access to YouTube. Most televisions offer YouTube as an app or can be attached to another computing device to watch on the big screen. While nothing can replace the experience of attending a live performance, we feel that the live stream offers an exciting and new way to enjoy a concert.

Each stream will be filmed with 6–7 cameras, and the camera crew will be able to offer close-up shots from onstage and within the Orchestra and Chorale, front-side views of Maestro Scott, and visuals that are not seen when sitting in the auditorium. We will also have a pre-concert host, and short backstage interviews prior to walking onstage or at intermission. We are excited to present the Helena Symphony in a more personal, up-close manner. There will be an option available online to make a donation to the Helena Symphony.

CONCERT SERIES YOUR SUBSCRIPTION INCLUDES TICKETS TO ALL 6 EXTRAORDINARY MASTERWORKS CONCERTS

OPENING NIGHT M A S TE R W O RK S C O N C E RT I

MASTERW ORK S C ON C ERT I I

OPENING NIGHT: BEETHOVEN’S NINTH

CONSOLATION & REMEMBRANCE

SAT 18 SEPT 2021, 7:30 P.M.

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SAT 23 OCT 2021, 7:30 P.M.

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Allan R. Scott - Conductor Diana McVey - Soprano Sarah Mattox - Mezzo Soprano Norman Shankle - Tenor Timothy Renner - Baritone Helena Symphony Orchestra & Chorale

Allan R. Scott - Conductor Saundra DeAthos - Soprano Teresa Buchholz - Mezzo Soprano John Bellemer - Tenor John Green - Baritone Helena Symphony Orchestra & Chorale

WILLIAMS Hymn to the Fallen WILLIAMS Summon the Heroes BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 9

MAHLER MAHLER MAHLER ROSSINI

The long-awaited re-opening of in-person concerts begins with the most triumphant celebration of the human spirit – the immortal “Ode to Joy” of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony.

Beethoven’s musical proclamations about community and equality continue to resonate around the world in a time where the power of music is more vital than ever.

Blumine Adagietto “What the Wildflowers Tell Me” Stabat Mater

A concert of healing to remember those lost during the pandemic; three miniatures of Mahler allow us to reflect. Legendary Italian composer Gioachino Rossini brings his flair for operatic drama, passion, love, and loss to the setting of Stabat Mater – a recounting of the Virgin Mary’s devastation over the death of her son.

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M A S TE R W O RK S C O N C E RT I I I

MASTERWORKS C ON C ERT I V

RAVEL’S PIANO CONCERTO WITH PIANIST JON NAKAMATSU

ROMEO & JULIET AND SYMPHONIE FANTASTIQUE

SAT 29 JAN 2022, 7:30 P.M.

HELENA CIVIC CENTER

Allan R. Scott - Conductor Jon Nakamatsu - Piano Helena Symphony Orchestra RAVEL Piano Concerto in G major VAUGHAN WILLIAMS Symphony No. 5 Jon Nakamatsu, internationally renowned Pianist and Van Cliburn Gold Medalist, returns to perform Ravel’s emotionally delicate and jazz-infused Piano Concerto. The captivatingly lush and optimistic Fifth Symphony of Englishman Ralph Vaughan Williams sings with emotional strength and spirituality.

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SAT 26 FEB 2022, 7:30 P.M.

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Allan R. Scott - Conductor Helena Symphony Orchestra TCHAIKOVSKY Romeo & Juliet BERLIOZ Symphonie fantastique Fall in love with the iconic, beautifully tragic story of Romeo & Juliet, and then journey from the ecstatic highs of romantic obsession and unrequited love to the deepest lows of betrayal in Berlioz’s bombastic Symphonie fantastique.

Concert sponsored by generous support from:

M A S TE R W O RK S C O N C E RT V

MASTERW ORK S C ON C ERT VI

RITE OF SPRING

CARMEN IN CONCERT

SAT 26 MAR 2022, 7:30 P.M.

SAT 30 APR 2022, 7:00 P.M.*

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Allan R. Scott - Conductor Amit Peled - Cello Helena Symphony Orchestra ELGAR Cello Concerto STRAVINSKY Rite of Spring Indulge in Elgar’s profoundly expressive Cello Concerto with worldwide acclaimed Israeli-American Cellist Amit Peled. Then experience the music that caused a riot – the provocatively primitive and viscerally powerful Rite of Spring by Stravinsky.

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Allan R. Scott - Conductor Kirstin Chávez - Mezzo Soprano (Carmen) Eric Fennell - Tenor (Don José) Leah Partridge - Soprano (Micaëla) Ian Burns - Baritone (Escamillo) Adelmo Guidarelli - Bass (Zuñiga & Moralés) Megan Pachecano - Soprano (Frasquita) Tascha Anderson - Mezzo Soprano (Mercédès) Miguel Angel Olivas - Tenor (Le Remendado) Michael Gray - Tenor (Le Dancaïro) Ironhorse Youth Music, Opera Chorus Tom Mazanec - Chorusmaster Helena Symphony Orchestra & Chorale BIZET

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Carmen

One of the most thrilling stories ever told, Carmen pulls us into a messy love triangle between a handsome soldier, a sexy bullfighter, and the free-spirited gypsy seductress who is driven by her heart’s desires and makes men melt. Live dangerously and be tempted by one of the greatest female heroines ever – Carmen!

Concert sponsored by generous support from:

Guests’ appearances sponsored by generous support from:

CONCERTS YOUR SUBSCRIPTION INCLUDES ADVANCED ACCESS TO THESE SPECIAL CONCERTS NON- SERIES CONCERT 1

INTREPID CREDIT UNION SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS – TOTALLY AWESOME 80s!

SAT 17 JUL 2021, 8:30 P.M. CARROLL COLLEGE / FREE

Allan R. Scott - Conductor Gavin Hope - Vocalist Stephanie Martin - Vocalist Rique Franks - Vocalist David Blamires - Vocalist Mike Pinto - Electric Guitar Jon Paul - Electric Bass Paul Mutzabaugh - Keyboards Dan Leali - Drums Helena Symphony Orchestra We all need to party! The much-anticipated return of the Intrepid Credit Union SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS features the music of the Totally Awesome 80s! The Helena Symphony Orchestra, complete with rock band and singers, showcases the top hits of iconic 80s musical acts including Sting, U2, The Police, Cyndi Lauper, Devo, Peter Gabriel, David Bowie, Tears For Fears, George Michael, the B-52s, and many, many others.

The 17th annual Intrepid Credit Union SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS is a gift to the community from the Helena Symphony and Carroll College. The evening culminates with one of the best fireworks shows in Montana, also sponsored by Intrepid Credit Union. Typically, over 16,000 people attend this wonderful tradition, so pack your blankets.

Fireworks sponsored by:

N O N - S E R I ES C O N C E RT 2

NON- SERIES C ON C ERT 3

MOZART BY CANDLELIGHT

CHRISTMAS IN THE CATHEDRAL

SAT 13 NOV 2021, 7:30 P.M.

ST. PAUL’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Allan R. Scott - Conductor Anna Kislitsyna - Piano Helena Symphony Orchestra CIMAROSA HAYDN MOZART

I Traci Amanti: Overture Piano Concerto in D major Symphony No. 28 in A major

Acclaimed Russian Pianist Anna Kislitsyna brings Haydn’s graceful and intimate Piano Concerto to life, and the HSO performs a comedic overture by opera composer Domenico Cimarosa along with Mozart’s first symphonic masterpiece – his sparkling Symphony No. 29 – all by candlelight.

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MON 13 DEC 2021, 5:30 P.M.* MON 13 DEC 2021, 8:00 P.M.*

CATHEDRAL OF ST. HELENA

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Allan R. Scott - Conductor Sabrina Malecek - Reader Errol Koch - Reader Tess Flammond - Harp Matthew O’Sullivan - Organ Members of the Helena Symphony Chorale Usher in the season with Helena’s longest and greatest holiday tradition with an evening of lessons and carols – all in the profoundly reflective Cathedral of St. Helena. This special concert focuses on a continued spirit of reflection, healing, and finding peace within ourselves and with each other as we end 2021 and usher in a new year.

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CONNIE & RONALD BERGUM Guest’s appearance sponsored by generous support from:

Subscribers can secure tickets with subscription purchases before they go on sale to the public.These performances sell out quickly!

Subscribers receive preferred seating choices.

CONCERTS A N N U A L

YOUTH CONCERT These FREE PERFORMANCES are all held at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church

Tickets are not sold for this concert – students attend through their school music program

Created for children 5-10, these imaginative 30-minute performances, with narration and actors, introduce children to the world of music and instruments and impart life lessons through interactive stories. Following each concert, children are invited to try instruments at the Instrument Petting Zoo sponsored by:

SK1: A BOY AND HIS TREE SAT 2 OCT 2021, 10:00 A.M. With music by Britten

SK2: THERE’S A MONSTER IN MY CLOSET SAT 6 NOV 2021, 10:00 A.M.

With Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition

SK3: ONCE UPON A TIME SAT 5 FEB 2022, 10:00 A.M.

Members of the Helena Symphony Chorale perform music from Stephen Sondhiem’s Into the Woods

SK4: FIONA THE FROG & HER VIOLIN

SAT 2 APR 2022, 10:00 A.M. With music of Dvořák and Nielsen Sponsored by generous support from:

A N N & R O N WAT E R M A N B E T T Y F L AT E N

BEETHOVEN LIVES UPSTAIRS WED 13 APRIL 2022, 1:00 P.M. HELENA CIVIC CENTER

Nearly 2,000 fourth and fifth graders from across the region learn the importance of music in one’s education and life. Through a touching correspondence dramatically underscored with Beethoven’s music, a young boy slowly comes to understand the genius of Beethoven, the torment of his deafness, and the beauty of his music.

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OPENING NIGHT CELEBRATION SAT 18 SEPT 2021

HELENA CIVIC CENTER FREE for Season Ticket Holders / $10 for Non-Subscribers

A reception with Maestro Scott, soloists, and the musicians of the Orchestra & Chorale on Opening Night Concert. Look for details with your subscription packet and tickets in September.

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SOLID GOLD – HAPPY 50TH, MAESTRO! SAT 20 NOV 2021

BEST WESTERN PREMIER GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL $100 Per Person / $750 for a Table of 8

Join the Helena Symphony for a 1970’s solid gold celebration of Maestro Scott’s 50th birthday! Complete with an exquisite catered dinner service, 1970’s costume contest, live auction, and several captivating performances, this is the must attend event of the fall!

BENEFIT CONCERT AT MONTANA TING SAT 25 JUNE 2022

MONTANA TING $150 Per Person / Limited Seating - Reserve Your Place!

This event is unlike any other event and seating is limited to 500 people, so get your name on the reserved list now!

Exquisite food, picturesque views from the estate of acclaimed European actors Nick Wilder and Christine Mayn, and the music-making of the Helena Symphony Orchestra & Chorale.

This is an elegant, formal, red-carpet affair.

Look for special event details throughout the year!

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