SEASON SIXT Y-FOUR
2018–2019 17 EXTRAORDINARY PERFORMANCES
6 MASTERWORKS CONCERTS | 3 NON-SERIES CONCERTS 5 EDUCATION CONCERTS | 1 BENEFIT CONCERT
SAVE YOUR SEAT. S U B S C R I B E T O DAY. SEASON HIGHLIGHTS TANGO! Get your tango on with a special Non-Series Concert complete with the exotic, sultry sounds of Four Seasons of Buenos Aires! CHRISTMAS IN THE CATHEDRAL Enjoy Helena’s longest holiday tradition in the majesty and beauty of the Cathedral of St. Helena. It is the perfect way to usher in the holiday season. This concert sold out weeks in advance last Season, so secure your tickets early. TWO PERFORMANCES of BACH’s Mass in B minor Experience one of the timeless masterpieces of J.S. Bach in the Cathedral of St. Helena. PUCCINI’S TOSCA in Concert An all-star cast performs Puccini’s explosive melodrama of seduction, lust, betrayal, politics, and taking a stand in the name of love! FREE Education Concerts Four exciting Symphony Kids programs return for all ages along with the annual Youth Concert for fourth and fifth graders. A great way to bring music to children’s lives! BENEFIT CONCERT at MONTANA TING The Benefit Concert at Montana Ting is back, but this time in Italy! This exclusive, red-carpet event is a wonderful occasion to put on your finest summer attire and enjoy exquisite food, drink, a performance by the Helena Symphony Orchestra & Chorale, soloists, AND the truly stunning views and setting of Montana Ting – all for a glamorous NIGHT IN ITALY!
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Claire Huangci
Mayor Wilmot Collins
I N T E R N AT I O N A L LY R E N O W N E D G U E S T A R T I S T S Over 30 soloists appear this Season, including the return of Piano superstar Claire Huangci, internationally-acclaimed Romanian Cellist Ovidiu Marinescu, the HSO debut of hotshot Violinist Robyn Bollinger, 17 vocal soloists, and a concert featuring immigrants, and now citizens, of Helena narrating a powerful tribute, The Dream of America.
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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
VIOLINIST STEPHEN CEPEDA & PINES OF ROME
THE DREAM OF AMERICA
SAT 15 SEPT 2018, 7:30 P.M.
SAT 20 OCT 2018, 7:30 P.M.
HELENA CIVIC CENTER
HELENA CIVIC CENTER
Allan R. Scott - Conductor Stephen Cepeda - Violin Helena Symphony Orchestra
Allan R. Scott - Conductor Isabel Pomerleau - Actor Ersun Özer - Actor Katy Wright - Actor Wilmot Collins - Actor Christine Mayn - Actor Michael “Mokey” McNeilly - Actor Alexandra “Sasha” Fendrick - Actor Helena Symphony Orchestra & Chorale
BRITTEN Violin Concerto RESPIGHI Fountains of Rome RESPIGHI Pines of Rome HSO Concertmaster Stephen Cepeda opens the Season with Benjamin Britten’s Violin Concerto complete with demonic virtuosity and emotional beauty that was once deemed “unplayable.” With music of Respighi, the HSO romances The Fountains of Rome and the “Eternal City” depicted with the mighty Pines of Rome. Opening Night is not to be missed! Mr. Cepeda’s appearance is made possible through generous support by:
DURUFLÉ Requiem BOYER Ellis Island – The Dream of America French composer Maurice Duruflé’s Requiem illuminates a peaceful passing into paradise. The concert continues with seven actors, projected images, and the words of immigrants to create a moving account of the hopes and fears of those who arrived in America in search of a utopian world through Peter Boyer’s Ellis Island – Dream of America (featuring Mayor Wilmot Collins, Italian actress Christine Mayn, and others!).
The concert is sponsored by generous support from:
MARY DOUGLASS
The post-concert Opening Night Celebration is sponsored by generous support from:
Guest Artists’ appearances are made possible through generous support by:
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PIANIST CLAIRE HUANGCI & BRAHMS’ FIRST SYMPHONY
BACH’S MASS IN B MINOR SUN 24 FEB 2019, 7:30 P.M. (NOTE DAY) MON 25 FEB 2019, 7:30 P.M. (NOTE DAY)
SAT 26 JAN 2019, 7:30 P.M.
HELENA CIVIC CENTER
CATHEDRAL OF ST. HELENA
Allan R. Scott - Conductor Claire Huangci - Piano Helena Symphony Orchestra
Allan R. Scott - Conductor Rachel E. Copeland - Soprano Alison Taylor Cheeseman - Mezzo Soprano Jonathan Weyant - Tenor Peter Kendall Clark - Baritone Helena Symphony Orchestra & Chorale
SAINT-SAËNS Piano Concerto No. 2 BRAHMS Symphony No. 1 Proclaimed to have “the fastest fingers in the world,” international superstar Pianist Claire Huangci returns to perform Saint-Saëns’ lush and witty Piano Concerto No. 2, which took only 17 days to compose. Brahms labored for 20 years over his First Symphony – a heartfelt and triumphant masterpiece that culminates the concert. Ms. Huangci’s appearance is made possible through generous support by:
BACH Mass in B minor J.S. Bach composed one of the supreme achievements in all of music with his epic Mass in B minor! For well over two centuries, it remains a spiritual and dramatic summit of human creativity. Experience Bach’s tour de force in the ethereal setting of the Cathedral along with nationally-acclaimed soloists, the Helena Symphony Chorale, and members of the HSO.
The concert is sponsored by generous support from:
PAMELA BOMPART
Guest Artists’ appearances are made possible through generous support by:
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M A S TE R W O RK S C O N C E RT V
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BEETHOVEN, MOZART, & CELLIST OVIDIU MARINESCU
TOSCA IN CONCERT SAT 4 MAY 2019, 5:30 P.M. (NOTE TIME)
SAT 23 MAR 2019, 7:30 P.M.
HELENA CIVIC CENTER
HELENA CIVIC CENTER
Allan R. Scott - Conductor Ovidiu Marinescu - Cello Helena Symphony Orchestra
Allan R. Scott - Conductor Kathryn Frady - Soprano (Tosca) Kirk Dougherty - Tenor (Cavaradossi) Charles Robert Stephens - Baritone (Scarpia) Jan Michael Kliewer - Baritone (A Sacristan) Jay Bahny - Bass (Angelotti) Joshua Dickey - Tenor (Spoletta) Art Bumgardner - Bass (Sciarrone) Norman Smith - Bass (A Jailer) Helena Symphony Orchestra & Chorale
BEETHOVEN Coriolan: Overture HAYDN Cello Concerto No. 1 MOZART Symphony No. 38, Prague BEETHOVEN The Creatures of Prometheus: Overture The fiery energy of two overtures by Beethoven begins and ends this all “Classical” program that includes the emotionally dynamic and sophisticated Symphony No. 38, Prague. Helena audience favorite and world-renowned Romanian Cellist Ovidiu Marinescu performs the endless charm of Haydn’s graceful Cello Concerto. Mr. Marinescu’s appearance is made possible through generous support by:
PUCCINI Tosca A story of love, loyalty, obsession, betrayal, murder, and political intrigue! Experience why Puccini’s Tosca is one of the most popular, powerful, and unforgettable operatic dramas.
The concert is sponsored by generous support from:
Guest Artists’ appearances are made possible through generous support by:
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The concert is sponsored by generous support from:
NON-SERIES CONCERTS YOUR SUBSCRIPTION INCLUDES ADVANCED ACCESS TO THESE SPECIAL CONCERTS
NON- SERIES CONCERT 1
HELENA COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS – STAR WARS SAT 21 JUL 2018, 8:30 P.M. CARROLL COLLEGE / FREE
Allan R. Scott - Conductor Helena Symphony Orchestra & Chorale Over 18,000 concertgoers journeyed to a “galaxy far, far away” as the Helena Symphony Orchestra & Chorale brought John Williams’ epic music from Star Wars (Episodes I-VIII) to the Big Sky for the 15th annual Symphony Under the Stars. From Luke Skywalker and Yoda to Darth Vader, the force, the Jedi, Princess Leia, and so much more! The evening culminated with one of the best fireworks shows in Montana. Fireworks sponsored by:
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TANGO!
CHRISTMAS IN THE CATHEDRAL
SUN 4 NOV 2018, 3:00 P.M. (NOTE DAY) SAT 3 NOV 2018, 7:30 P.M.
CATHEDRAL OF ST. HELENA
MON 3 DEC 2018, 7:30 P.M. (NOTE DAY)
(this second performance may be added)
ST. PAUL’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Allan R. Scott - Conductor Katherine Polit - Soprano Jessica Ann Best - Mezzo Soprano Helena Symphony Orchestra & Chorale
Allan R. Scott - Conductor Robyn Bollinger - Violin Helena Symphony Orchestra
MOZART VIVALDI MOORE BIEBL GJEILO ADAM MASCAGNI GRUBER TORMÉ
STRAVINSKY Danses Concertantes BRITTEN Soirées Musicales PIAZZOLLA Four Seasons of Buenos Aires “Daring, versatile, charismatic, and passionate” – Critically acclaimed Violinist Robyn Bollinger makes her HSO debut featuring the sweet and sultry sounds of tango master Astor Piazzolla’s Four Seasons of Buenos Aires. This special chamber orchestra performance includes the colorful Danses Concertantes of Stravinsky and homage to Rossini with Benjamin Britten’s playful dances in Soirées Musicales.
Exsultate, jubilate Gloria A Visit from St. Nicholas Ave Maria Serenity: “O Magnum Mysterium” O Holy Night Ave Maria (from Cavalleria Rusticana) Silent Night The Christmas Song
Usher in the holiday season with the Baroque masterpiece Vivaldi’s Gloria, Mozart’s Exsultate Jubilate, and more holiday masterworks and Christmas favorites – all in a heart-warming concert that brings the Christmas spirit to Helena.
Ms. Bollinger’s appearance is made possible through generous support by:
Guest Artists’ appearances are made possible through generous support by:
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EDUCATION CONCERTS THESE FREE PERFORMANCES ARE ALL HELD AT ST. PAUL’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
In a program created for 5 to 10 year olds, we invite children and families to hear fun, imaginative and interactive performances by the Helena Symphony Orchestra & Chorale along with actors and narrator Barbara Berg. Young learners participate in an exciting program that introduces them to the world of music and instruments and engages them in the concert experience. Following each concert, children are invited to try instruments at the Instrument Petting Zoo, sponsored by:
JACK & THE BEANSTALK
SAT 29 SEPT 2018, 10:00 A.M. Allan R. Scott - Conductor Featuring the music of Shostakovich
FIONA THE FROG & HER VIOLIN SAT 10 NOV 2018, 10:00 A.M.
Steve Olson - Conductor Featuring the music of Dvořák and Nielsen
RALPH, THE RUNAWAY RABBIT SAT 9 FEB 2019, 10:00 A.M.
Steve Olson - Conductor Featuring Dvořák’s Wind Serenade
THE WISHING STAR
Sponsored by generous support from:
RON WAT E R M A N
SAT 6 APR 2019, 10:00 A.M.
Larry Sheldon - Conductor Featuring the Helena Symphony Chorale and the music of Samuel Barber, Randall Thompson, and Stephen Schwartz’s Pippin and Wicked
ANNUAL YOU T H C ON C ERT
PETER VERSUS THE WOLF WED 17 APRIL 2019, 1:00 P.M. HELENA CIVIC CENTER Steve Olson - Conductor
Nearly 2,000 fourth and fifth graders from all over the region learn the importance of music in one’s education and life. The concert will feature the exciting music of Prokofiev’s Peter & The Wolf – BUT with a twist. Tickets are not sold for this concert, as students attend through their school music program. Sponsored by generous support from:
Helena Music Teachers Association
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SPECIAL EVENTS OPENING NIGHT CELEBRATION
SAT 15 SEPT 2018 FREE for Season Ticket Holders / $10 for Non-Subscribers A reception with Violinist Stephen Cepeda, Maestro Scott, and the musicians of the HSO after the Opening Night Concert. Look for details with your subscription packet and tickets in September. Sponsored by generous support from:
CLOSING NIGHT CELEBRATION
SAT 4 MAY 2019 $75 per Person / $550 for Table of 8 / $700 for Table of 10 Come Celebrate YOUR Symphony! Join us immediately after the 5:30 p.m. performance of Puccini’s Tosca In Concert in the Helena Civic Center Ballroom for a post-concert event in grand style, including exquisite cuisine, open bar, entertainment, and fun live and silent auction items! Look for details throughout the year!
BENEFIT CONCERT AT MONTANA TING: A NIGHT IN ITALY SAT 29 JUNE 2019 $150 Per Person / Limited Seating - Reserve Your Place!
This event is unlike any other 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 details throughout the year!
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