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president’s letter Greetings, My name is Stanley Romanstein and I’m the new president of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. It is an honor to welcome you to the third and best season yet of live music performances at our Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park.

Just a few days after I officially started at the Orchestra, I had the pleasure of seeing rock legend Van Morrison perform at our Amphitheatre and was thrilled to witness the enthusiasm and energy running through the audience. And I feel just as thrilled to be heading up this great institution that had the vision and determination to team with the North Fulton community to build this marvelous venue.

By way of introduction, I grew up in Charleston, S.C., listening to and making music. As a kid I had plenty of sports heroes, but my real and lasting hero was Robert Shaw, the legendary music director and choral master of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. The Orchestra and Mr. Shaw were my inspiration, which is why being invited to lead this fantastic organization into a new era is both humbling and incredibly exciting.

Part of what excites me is this unbelievable amphitheatre. It represents so well what can happen when inspiration takes hold. The Orchestra is enormously proud to operate this wonderful community asset and proud, too, of the partnerships with the community leaders of North Fulton which were vital in helping us making it a reality.

I know as well as you that our success here and at Atlanta Symphony Hall, for that matter, depends on providing our audience with a quality experience. I look forward to meeting many of you this summer and saying thanks personally, but in the meantime, please know that we appreciate all of you being here and supporting the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. Enjoy your summer and come back often!

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During its 32-year history with Telarc, the Orchestra has recorded more than 100 albums and won 27 Grammy Awards in categories including Best Classical Album, Best Orchestral Performance, Best Choral Performance and Best Opera Performance. The Atlanta Symphony Chorus has earned nine Grammy Awards for Best Choral Performance, most recently for the Berlioz Requiem in 2005.

The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra performs more than 200 concerts each year to a combined audience of more than a half-million in a full schedule that also features educational and community concerts. A recognized leader and supporter of contemporary American music, the Orchestra recently received the 2007 award for Strongest Commitment to New American Music from the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. In addition, Mr. Spano was named Musical America 2008 Conductor of the Year. With the opening of the 12,000-seat Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park (vzwamp.com) in May 2008, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra became the first U.S. orchestra to annually perform and present in its concert hall and in two amphitheaters. In Summer 2008, the Orchestra celebrated 35 years at legendary Chastain Park Amphitheater, the award-winning 6,500-seat venue in Atlanta, during its annual Classic Chastain concert series (classicchastain.com).

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Coming into its own Putting patrons first puts an amphitheatre on its way to the top “It starts with the patron,” says Clay Schell. And that says it all.

Schell is the veteran promoter and Vice President of Programming for ASO Presents, the contemporary entertainment brand of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. And his quote sums up the philosophy of Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park, a not-for-profit venture operated by the Orchestra and owned by its parent the Woodruff Arts Center. Now in its third year, the Amphitheatre has become North Fulton and North Georgia’s destination venue.

“The building has a personality, an atmosphere,” continues Schell. “Honestly, it doesn’t matter who’s on stage; what keeps people coming back is that the venue is easy to use. We get compliments all the time from patrons on how convenient the parking is, and how happy they are about the location and wonderful natural setting to experience music.”

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The Orchestra knew from day one “we wanted to create a feeling of comfort and delight for audiences,“ says General Manager and Senior Director of Operations Trevor Ralph, “and we continue to push ourselves every day to achieve that.”

The Amphitheatre presented more than 60 concerts and events and attracted more than 380,000 patrons in its first two seasons; after the first few performances of 2010 combined attendance is more than 450,000. This season the venue is expected to have its biggest year yet hosting even more concerts and community events. Among those slated to appear are the Steve Miller Band, Sheryl Crow, Green Day and the BBC’s Planet Earth with the Orchestra (one of only three other venues in the country where it will be performed).

And the Amphitheatre’s national reputation continues to grow as it was nominated for the second consecutive year as “Best Major Outdoor Venue” by Pollstar, the industry’s leading and most influential publication.

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Community Town Square The Amphitheatre is also home to many community events including Alpharetta, Chattahoochee and Northview high schools’ commencement ceremonies this year attended by 18,000 family, friends and guests of the graduates.

It has also been the site of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce gala the last two years, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation benefits and a Seniors Day presented by North Fulton Regional Hospital, as well as meetings sponsored by the Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau. Venue caterer Ovations Food Services engages nonprofit groups to staff vending stations and serve patrons which has reinvested over $350,000 in scout troops, high school boosters, church groups and other civic organizations.

Going Forward Don Fox, the Orchestra’s Executive Vice President for Business Operations and Chief Financial Officer, spearheaded the vision of an amphitheater for the North Fulton area.

“Even before the design phase, our mantras were to create a destination beyond the stage and give our audience lifetime memories. Today, those guiding principles still influence every decision that is made with respect to our patron experience.”

And the future? “To continue to showcase the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, bring in the leading entertainers of our time, and always deliver a great customer experience for our patrons,” says Fox. “If we do that then I think we will position ourselves to be considered the best amphitheatre in the country. That’s what we are aiming for.”

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Guest Artists are Patrons Too “As much as we want our audiences to keep coming back we also want our guest artists to return too,” said Lisa Eng, a designer for the Orchestra.

Her specially created posters are just one way of saying thanks to artists like the Dave Matthews Band, Kenny Chesney, the Zac Brown Band, and Van Morrison, to name just a few.

Robert Spano, Music Director, The Robert Reid Topping Chair *

michael Krajewski, Principal Pops Conductor Jere Flint, Staff Conductor; Music Director of the Atlanta

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The Neil and Sue Williams Chair * FIRST VIOLIN William Pu Associate/Acting Concertmaster The Charles McKenzie Taylor Chair* Justin Bruns Assistant Concertmaster The Mary and Cherry Emerson Chair Jun-Ching Li Assistant Concertmaster Carolyn Toll Hancock The AGL Resources Chair Martha Reaves Head John Meisner Alice Anderson Oglesby Lorentz Ottzen Christopher Pulgram Carol Ramirez Juan Ramirez Olga Shpitko Denise Berginson Smith Kenn Wagner Lisa Wiedman Yancich SECOND VIOLIN David Arenz Principal The Atlanta Symphony Associates Chair* Sou-Chun Su Associate Principal The Frances Cheney Boggs Chair* Jay Christy Assistant Principal Eleanor Arenz Sharon Berenson David Braitberg Noriko Konno Clift Judith Cox David Dillard Raymond Leung Ruth Ann Little Thomas O’Donnell

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Ronda Respess Sanford Salzinger Frank Walton VIOLA Reid Harris Principal The Edus H. and Harriet H. Warren Chair* Paul Murphy Associate Principal The Mary and Lawrence Gellerstedt Chair * Catherine Lynn Assistant Principal Wesley Collins Robert Jones Marian Kent Yang-Yoon Kim Lachlan McBane Heidi Nitchie Ardath Weck CELLO Christopher Rex Principal The Miriam and John Conant Chair* Daniel Laufer Associate Principal The Livingston Foundation Chair Karen Freer Assistant Principal Dona Vellek Klein Assistant Principal Emeritus Joel Dallow Jere Flint Larry LeMaster Brad Ritchie Paul Warner BASS Ralph Jones Principal The Marcia and John Donnell Chair * Gloria Jones Associate Principal

Symphony Youth Orchestra; The Zeist Foundation Chair * Norman Mackenzie, Director of Choruses,

The Frannie and Bill Graves Chair Jane Little Assistant Principal Emeritus Joseph Conyers Michael Kenady Michael Kurth Douglas Sommer Thomas Thoreson FLUTE Christina Smith Principal The Jill Hertz Chair* Robert Cronin Associate Principal Paul Brittan The Georgia Power Foundation Chair Carl David Hall PICCOLO Carl David Hall OBOE Elizabeth Koch Principal The George M. and Corrie Hoyt Brown Chair * Yvonne Powers Peterson Associate Principal Deborah Workman Patrick McFarland ENGLISH HORN Patrick McFarland CLARINET Laura Ardan Principal The Robert Shaw Chair* Ted Gurch Associate Principal William Rappaport The Alcatel-Lucent Chair Alcides Rodriguez E-FLAT CLARINET Ted Gurch BASS CLARINET Alcides Rodriguez

BASSOON Carl Nitchi Principal The Walter L. “Buz” Carr, III Chair Elizabeth Burkhardt Associate Principal Laura Najarian The Pricewaterhouse Coopers Chair Juan de Gomar CONTRA-BASSOON Juan de Gomar HORN Brice Andrus Principal The Sandra and John Glover Chair Susan Welty Associate Principal Thomas Witte Richard Deane The UPS Community Service Chair Bruce Kenney TRUMPET Thomas Hooten Principal The Madeline and Howell Adams Chair* Joseph Walthall The SunTrust Bank Chair Michael Tiscione TROMBONE Colin Williams Principal The Wachovia Chair Stephen Wilson Associate Principal The Patsy and Jere Drummond Chair Bill Thomas George Curran BASS TROMBONE George Curran

TUBA Michael Moore Principal The Georgia-Pacific Chair TIMPANI Mark Yancich Principal The Walter H. Bunzl Chair* William Wilder Assistant Principal PERCUSSION Thomas Sherwood Principal The Julie and Arthur Montgomery Chair* William Wilder Assistant Principal William A. Schwartz Chair* Charles Settle HARP Elisabeth Remy Johnson Principal The Delta Air Lines Chair KEYBOARD The Hugh and Jessie Hodgson Memorial Chair* Peter Marshall † Beverly Gilbert † Sharon Berenson LIBRARY Rebecca Beavers Principal Steven Sherril Assistant John Wildermuth *C hair named in perpetuity † Regularly engaged musician Players in string sections are listed alphabetically.

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Planet Earth Live!

Friday, July 16, 2010, at 8:30 p.m.

George Fenton, Conductor Haley Glennie-Smith, Vocalist Overture First Steps Gone Fishing!

Journey to the Okavango The Snow Leopard The Cranes Wish You Were Here!

(Nice Work if you Can Get It)

intermission The Seasons Caves The Caribou Migration Snow Geese The Hunter and The Hunted The Lucky Planet

Program order subject to change.

All titles composed by George Fenton except ‘Nice Work if You Can Get it’

by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin.

Celebrating the Earth as never before…

We live on a planet of stunning natural beauty. From the towering peaks of Nepal, to the lush green of the Amazon, from the dry-sculpted crescents of the Sahara to glistening polar icecaps, our world is truly spectacular.

Planet Earth is the first natural history series to be filmed entirely in High Definition, providing an unparalleled view of awe-inspiring landscapes from all across the globe and incredible footage of the rarely-spotted, almost mythical creatures that live in these habitats. From tracking great migrations, to capturing split-second action, and getting amazing footage of land-based animals in their natural habitats, no matter whether this is a mountain top, the most remote parts of the desert, or the dark depths of the forest floor, Planet Earth is the ultimate portrait of our planet.

Four years in the making, this is the Earth celebrated as never before. The world’s premier wildlife cameramen have travelled all over the planet, even to the most far-flung reaches, to create the definitive and biggest look at the diversity of our planet. Prepare to be overwhelmed by the beauty of Planet Earth.

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Overture

across the Kalahari Desert in search of water.

Approximately four and half billion years ago there was a cosmic collision that changed the course of history for our then young planet. Out of nowhere came a giant planet the size of Mars which crashed straight into our own young Earth.

This terrible impact not only created our Moon, but also knocked our planet off its axis and left it spinning at an angle of twenty-three and a half degrees with respect to the Sun. It’s this angle to the sun that makes our planet what’s known as the Lucky Planet with its incredible geology and habitats. The story of Planet Earth is the story of the relationship between our planet and the sun.

Their goal is the beautiful Okavango swamps that flood with life-giving water each year.

This epic journey presents a huge challenge for young elephants. They encounter dust storms which are blinding and sadly result in one young elephant thinking it’s following its mother but unfortunately walking in the opposite direction. The rest of the herd join a vast array of other animals in the search for fresh water. When they finally arrive, you’ve never seen a happier elephant.

The Snow Leopard

The sun creates the seasons and the conditions for life. New life in the arctic, the Antarctic and the deciduous forests are all a response to the sun’s warmth. The minute they’re born, the cubs and the chicks have to adapt immediately to the challenges of their habitat.

For natural history film makers, the Snow Leopard is the holy grail. And this elusive big cat has acquired a mythical status. Until recently nobody has succeeded in filming more that a few distant seconds of one of these beautiful animals. However, Planet Earth did manage to film these first intimate images in the Karakorum Mountains in Pakistan.

Gone Fishing!

The Cranes

60 percent of our planet is covered by the oceans, we really do live on a blue planet.

This is a tribute to one of the most versatile and intelligent of all the ocean’s inhabitants, everyone’s favourites, the dolphins.

The annual seasonal changes created by the Earth’s tilt to the sun mean that much of our world undergoes dramatic changes through the year and for many animals this means they have no choice but move on.

The sequence shows them first of all surfing to catch fish then aquaplaning in a shallow river to catch fish, and thirdly rounding up an open ocean bait ball — a great favour to a flock of hungry shearwaters.

Millions of animals migrate thousands of miles each year and probably the most demanding and dramatic of all these migrations is undertaken by demoiselle cranes. Each year, 50,000 cranes have to cross over the Himalayas in a 2,000-mile migration from central Asia to their wintering grounds in India.

First Steps

Journey to the Okavango

Although the tropical parts of our planet do not experience the seasonal change we enjoy here in temperate North America, they do have wet and dry seasons every year.

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They can be driven back by the weather and their young are frequently prey for Golden Eagles. If they manage to make the ascent, the lack of oxygen makes each wing beat a Herculean task.

It’s one of the greatest migration stories in the natural world.

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Wish You Were Here!

(Nice Work if You Can Get It)

The unsung heroes of wildlife filmmaking are the teams behind the cameras that go to extraordinary lengths to bring back the wonderful images we enjoy.

For Planet Earth they spent a record 2,000 days in the field at over 200 locations worldwide, in 64 countries on every one of the continents.

Snow Geese

In the summer the arctic tundra is also the home millions of snow geese. They have travelled north from their wintering grounds down here in the states to breed. One single colony in Canada contains over half a million birds.

And like the caribou these geese find they are not left undistributed by the local residents.

The Hunter and The Hunted

The Seasons

Filming techniques have contributed greatly to our understanding of nature. The use of high-speed cameras, night-vision, and powerful lenses have all played their part in research.

Timelapse photography is a slow process but not only does it show us how things grow it also creates some stunning visual effects used here to display a range of flora and fauna from the deserts of Arizona to the deciduous forests of new England.

Caves

The exploration of caves is highly dangerous whether parachuting into the Cave of the Swallows in Mexico or charting the underwater caves of the Yucatan. But the hidden world of caves is full of surprising and exotic creatures and also displays of amazing beauty, none more so than North America’s Lechuguilla which contains the worlds most spectacular gypsum crystals.

The Caribou Migration

The longest of all the land migrations has to be that of the caribou. Each summer 3 million caribou head north across the tundra of Alaska and Canada in search of fresh grazing. Their round trips are almost 2,000 miles long and they travel together in vast herds, tens of thousands strong-but they do not journey alone.

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This begins with the piker and its nemesis the fox.

Then we travel to Africa to witness predation sequences both on land and at sea. Perhaps the most powerful and dramatic relationships in nature are those between predators and their prey. For one it is all about a vital meal. For the other it is a matter of life or death.

The Lucky Planet

Our concert this evening and the Planet Earth series have been a celebration of a beautiful planet. Although over six billion people now crowd our tiny Earth, there remains so much wilderness and natural beauty still to celebrate.

And yet we only have to witness the recent disaster in the gulf to realise how very fragile our planet is and how dependent it is on us and what we do. Survival of our planet now is far more than just the survival of the wilderness and the extraordinary creatures it supports.

Today it is about the preservation of a healthy planet for our own children and grandchildren.

We need to recognize that family love should not just be about our own immediate family but extend to the whole globe. Together the global family has the power to preserve the lucky planet that we are privileged to call home.

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With the score for Planet Earth George Fenton continues his successful relationship with producer, Alastair Fothergill and The BBC Natural History Unit.

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GEORGE FENTON

George Fenton

Following the release of The Blue Planet, the first part of the Planet Trilogy for which Fenton won Ivor Novello, BAFTA and Emmy awards for Best Television Score, he created the show, Blue Planet Live! which has toured both in the U.K. and worldwide, performed by many of the world’s leading orchestras. For the music for Planet Earth, he won the Emmy and the Classical Brit Award. Later this year, he will begin work on Frozen Planet, the final part of this Series.

He has composed for a wide variety of feature films, receiving Academy Award nominations for: The Fisher King, Dangerous Liaisons and Gandhi and was double-nominated for Cry Freedom for Original Score and Original Song. Other Scores include: The Madness of King George, Groundhog Day, Shadowlands, Ever After, Anna and the King, Stage Beauty, Mrs Henderson Presents, Hitch, Fool’s Gold and The Bounty Hunter as well as Ken Loach’s films including, Land and Freedom, My Name is Joe, The Wind That Shakes The Barley, Looking For Eric and most recently, Route Irish He has a Royal Television Society Lifetime Achievement Award and is a Fellow of the British Academy of Composers and Songwriters.

Haley Glennie-Smith Haley moved to the states from London, England with her family when she was 11 years old. She attended schools in Charlottesville, Va., and graduated from Goucher College, in Baltimore, Md., in 2002. She was a member 24 Encore Atlanta

Since moving back to London she has had the pleasure of working on series of inspiring music projects including: contributing interpretations of two Robert Johnson blues songs to the soundtrack of Stephen Woolley’s feature film Stoned — a biopic about Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones; working as a singing coach with Cate Blanchett as she prepared for her role as Jude, in I’m Not There — Todd Haynes’ Bob Dylaninspired film; singing the end title song of Haley Glennie-Smith Sugarhouse a gritty British film starring Andy Serkis and Ashley Walters; and featuring as a vocalist on George Fenton’s opening titles of “Life,” David Attenborough’s most recent BBC nature series.

She also writes and regularly performs her own material in and around the UK.

Credits for Planet Earth Live!

Planet Earth Live! Devised and Produced by George Fenton, Alastair Fothergill and Jane Carter for BBC Worldwide.

Film Sequences edited by: Jo Payne, Ed Ison and Matt Swarbrick UK Production Director: Mark Blagden US Production Manager: Mike Runice Technical Development: Stephen Holmes, Yeast Culture Music Coordinator: Nicole Jacob Music Published by: Shogun Music Ltd Orchestrations and music preparation Geoff Alexander, David Butterworth, Simon Chamberlain and Bill Silcock

dining guide

Looking for a great night out? Try one of these local restaurants before or after the show. For Dinner and a Show packages, visit encoreatlanta.com/offers.

Neighborhood codes: A–Alpharetta, B–Buckhead, IP–Inman Park, OFW–Old Fourth Ward, M­—Midtown, D–Downtown, P–Perimeter Mall area, SS–Sandy Springs, VH–Virginia-Highland, V—Vinings, W–Westside

American Broadway Diner Unique, due to its food and décor, the Broadway Diner serves great food (including authentic Greek cuisine) at awesome prices. Based on a Broadway-style theme, the diner is perfect for families and business people.

620 Peachtree St. NE, (404) 477-9600, thebroadwaydiner. com. M Einstein’s The place that puts a smile on your face. Dining with an emphasis on service, Einstein’s offers innovative competitively-priced cuisine in a warm, accommodating environment. Enjoy a delicious meal on their award-winning patio and sip on their infamous martinis. 1077 Juniper St., 404-876-7925, einsteinsatlanta.com. M Garrison’s A neighborhood destination known for high quality food, generous portions and a comfortable setting.

Superb wine and specialty cocktails compliment the highest quality seafood, steaks and creative sandwiches. Their outside dining is perfect for relaxing and people-watching.

Vinings Jubilee Shopping Center, 4300 Paces Ferry Rd., 770436-0102, garrisonsatlanta.com. V Goodfellas Pizza and Wings brings you the finest pizza in the Atlanta area. Using the freshest ingredients, Goodfellas offers everything you need for lunch and dinner — pasta, salads, calzones, subs and, of course, pizza and wings. 615 Spring St. NW, (404) 347-7227, goodfellaspizzawings.com. M Hudson Grille is the perfect place to catch a game, to meet friends for a great meal or to enjoy drinks at one of their expansive bars. Four locations: Midtown, 942 Peachtree St. NE, 404-249-9468; Alpharetta, 865 North Main St., 770777-4127; Perimeter, 4400 Ashford-Dunwoody, 770-3500134; Brookhaven, 4046 Peachtree Rd., 404-233-0313, hudsongrille.com. M,A,P,B 26 Encore Atlanta

Lenox Square Grill offers breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. DJ every Friday and Saturday night til 2am. Private meeting rooms accommodate up to 150. 3393 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404.841.2377, lenoxsquaregrill.com. B Livingston Restaurant and Bar It’s hard to beat the location (across the street from the Fox Theatre in the Georgian Terrace), and diners get complimentary parking, but the main attraction is the glamour of the main dining room, which has hosted the likes of Clark Gable, and the al fresco seating area, which is available in warm weather. 659 Peachtree St. NE, 404-897-5000, livingstonatlanta.com. M Lobby The menu focuses on seasonal fare at this sophisticated American restaurant in the lobby of TWELVE Atlantic Station. 361 17th St., 404-961-7370, lobbyattwelve.com. M ONE.midtown kitchen Dine on fresh, seasonal American cuisine in a club-like atmosphere near Piedmont Park. 559 Dutch Valley Rd., 404-892-4111, onemidtownkitchen.com. M Murphy’s This restaurant has one of the city’s top brunch menus, but it’s known for great people-watching and its contemporary comfort food. 997 Virginia Ave., 404-8720904, murphysvh.com. VH Two Urban Licks “Fiery” American cooking meets live music at this hip hangout. 820 Ralph McGill Blvd., 404522-4622, twourbanlicks.com. M American/steakhouse Cowtippers is known as an avid supporter of the community, whimsy and down right good old-fashioned fun.

Home to traditional steak house fare served with creative twists; enjoy huge desserts, 25 types of margaritas, and the best burgers in town. 1600 Piedmont Ave., 404-874-3751, cowtippersatlanta.com. M

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Joey D’s Oakroom Near Perimeter Mall, this stylish steak house has a staggering selection of spirits and a hot afterdinner singles scene. 1015 Crown Pointe Pkwy., 770-5127063, centraarchy.com. P New York Prime A Prime Time Top 10 USDA Prime Steakhouse known for its wine list, atmosphere and world class service. 3424 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-846-0644, centraarchy.com. B Prime Enjoy steak, sushi a nd seafood in a festive atmosphere near Lenox Mall. 3393 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-812-0555, h2sr.com. B Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse A favorite local steak house with multiple locations near shopping and entertainment hotspots. Sides are generous, and the quality of the steaks and seafood is excellent. Three locations: Buckhead, 3285 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-365-0660; Sandy Springs, 5788 Roswell Rd., 404-255-0035; Centennial Olympic Park, 267 Marietta St., 404-223-6500; ruthschris.com. B, SS, D The Tavern at Phipps This is one of Atlanta’s hottest after-work spots, and has been singled out for its happy hour and singles scene by Jezebel, InSite Magazine and the AOL City Guide. 3500 Peachtree Rd. NW, 404-814-9640, centraarchy.com. B American/southern South City Kitchen With a stylish, Southern-contemporary menu, this DiRoNA restaurant helped make grits hip for the business crowd. Sundays are BBQ Nite. Two locatons: Midtown: 1144 Crescent Ave. 404-873-7358, Vinings: Cumberland Pkwy. 770-435-0700, southcitykitchen.com. M, V Terrace celebrates American heirloom recipes through supporting local and regional farmers, fisherman and producers. It recaptures the pure simple flavors and tastes of natural and organic ingredients while bursting with delicious flavors. 176 Peachtree St. NW, 678.651.2770, ellishotel.com/terrace. D Asian fusion Aja Restaurant & Bar Serving modern Asian cuisine, Aja has a 150-seat patio overlooking Buckhead and a huge lounge, where diners nosh on dim sum and sip mai tais.

3500 Lenox Rd., Ste. 100, 404-231-0001, h2sr.com. B bakery

848 Peachtree St. NE, 404-870-0805; Buckhead: 3242 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-264-0253, gordonbiersch.com. M, B Tap A gastropub offering easy-to-share pub fare and an extensive beer selection. The patio is a great place to chill after work. 1180 Peachtree St., 404-347-2220, tapat1180.com. M creole/cajun Parish New Orleans-inspired dishes served with a modern twist and a fully stocked raw bar; a Nawlins-inspired brunch is served on the weekends. Downstairs, a take-away market sells sandwiches, spices, pastries and beverages. 240 N. Highland Ave., 404-681-4434, parishatl.com. IP european fusion Ecco Esquire Magazine named this casual, Europeaninfluenced bistro a “Best New Restaurant in America.” It’s also gotten raves for its killer wine list, wood-fired pizzas, and impressive meat and cheese menus. 40 Seventh St. NE, 404-347-9555, ecco-atlanta.com. M Nikolia’s Roof is an award-winning AAA Four Diamond restaurant and the epitome of fine dining at its best. Delight in the option of a four, six or eight-course tasting menu with wine pairings or an innovative a la carte menu. Enjoy intense flavors and tastes, fresh ingredients and an elegant ambiance with a view overlooking Atlanta’s starlit skyline.

255 Courtland St. NE, (404) 221-6362, nikolaisroof.com. D Italian Il Mulino’s cuisine is characterized by its simplicity: a rustic and hearty blend of the freshest ingredients available, from fish, lamb and cured meats to homemade pecorino and ricotta, all lovingly and meticulously prepared to celebrate and enjoy with family, friends and even strangers. Peachtree Tower: 191 Peachtree St. LOB 03, 404-524-5777, ilmulino. com/atlanta.html. D La Tavola Serving classic Italian cuisine for lunch and dinner in the heart of Virginia-Highland. 992 Virginia Ave., 404-873-5430, latavolatrattoria.com. VH Medici Tuscan cuisine served in the typical Tuscan spirit; flexible menu with Tuscan-rubbed steaks and a wide selection of antipasti, insalata e zuppes, pastas, hand tossed pizza and bistecches. 2450 Galleria Pkwy., 770-953-4500, renaissancewaverly.com. V

Bakeshop provides bustling bustling midtown with a fresh take on a diverse, yet simplistic, array of breads, croissants, cakes, quiches, sandwiches, salads and brewed coffees courtesy of acclaimed Executive Chef and Bakeshop owner, Jonanthan St. Hilaire. 903 Peachtree St. NE, 404.892.9322. bakeshopatl.com. M

Shout A young crowd keeps Shout’s rooftop lounge hopping every night. The menu reflects a mix of Mediterranean, Far Eastern and South American influences. 1197 Peachtree St. NE, 404-846-2000, h2sr.com. M

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Gordon Biersch Fresh-brewed beers are a tasty accent to this brewery-restaurant’s hearty pizzas, salads and sandwiches.

For a small additional fee, pre-show diners can leave cars in the lot while they’re at the Fox. Two locations: Midtown:

Cantina Tequila & Tapas Bar is located in the Terminus building on the corner of Peachtree and Piedmont roads.

It features authentic Mexican cuisine and has become Buckhead’s newest watering hole. Join us weekly for $2 Taco

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Night every Tuesday, Buck Wild Wednesdays, when certain items are only $1, and Disco Thursday. 3280 Peachtree Rd. NW, Terminus 100, Ste. 150, 404-892-9292, h2sr.com. B El Taco An eco-friendly watering hole serving fresh Mexican food made with all-natural meats and killer margaritas. 1186 N. Highland Ave. NE, 404-873-4656, eltaco-atlanta.com.VH

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moroccan The Imperial Fez offers authentic Moroccan cuisine in an exotic dining environment. Guests dine on pillows and enjoy savory food eaten by hand. It is a truly unique dining experience with nightly belly dancing performances and live music starting at 7:30 p.m. 2285 Peachtree Rd. NE, #102, 404-351-0870, imperialfez.com. B seafood/sushi Coast Seafood and Raw Bar serves Atlanta’s freshest seafood and island cocktails. The menu incorporates classics including crab and corn hush puppies, a signature seafood boil, and a variety of raw or steamed oysters, clams and mussels; along with signature fresh catch entrees. 111 W. Paces Ferry Rd. NW, 404-869-0777, h2sr.com. B Goldfish This fun seafood/sushi restaurant has Happy Hour specials Mon-Fri and nightly entertainment in its lounge. 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd., 770-671-0100, h2sr.com. P spanish/tapas Noche A Virginia-Highland favorite known for its Spanish-style tapas dishes and margaritas. 1000 Virginia Ave., 404-815-9155, h2sr.com. VH steak/sushi Ray’s Restaurants Ray’s in the City is the downtown location of the steak, seafood and sushi chain. Ray’s Killer Creek offers an award-winning Sunday brunch, and Ray’s on the River is one of Atlanta’s most romantic restaurants. All three have excellent food, award-winning wine lists and live entertainment. Ray’s in the City: 240 Peachtree St. NW, Atlanta, 404-524-9224; Ray’s on the River: 6700 Powers Ferry Rd., Sandy Springs, 770-9551187; Ray’s Killer Creek: 1700 Mansell Rd. (at Ga. 400), 770-649-0064; raysrestaurants.com. D, SS, A

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400 W. Peachtree St., 404-418-1250, roomattwelve. com. D Strip This sophisticated steak, seafood and sushi restaurant offers an in-house DJ and a rooftop deck.

Atlantic Station at 18th St., 404-385-2005, h2sr.com. M Twist This lively restaurant has a huge bar, satay station, tapas menu, sushi and seafood dishes; patio seating is first-come, first-served. 3500 Peachtree Rd. NW, 404-869-1191, h2sr.com. B

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calendar The Orchestra’s third summer here at Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park, includes this spectacular lineup of concerts for the whole family to enjoy.

Friday, July 16, 8:30pm

Planet Earth George Fenton, conductor Four years in the making, this not-tobe-missed groundbreaking BBC documentary is especially breathtaking on the amphitheatre’s big screens.

Friday, July 23, 8pm

Broadway Rocks Michael Krajewski, conductor A splendid vocal quartet straight from Broadway knocks it out of the park with your favorites from Rent, The Lion King and The Phantom of the Opera and more!

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Magical Music from the Movies

Saturday, August 7, 8:30pm

Disney in Concert – Magical Music from the Movies Michael Krajewski, conductor The Orchestra and guest vocalists perform the scores and songs of The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and more — shown on the big screens.

Saturday, August 14, 8:30pm

The Wizard of Oz – complete film LIVE! with Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz Jere Flint, conductor Follow Dorothy and her pals in one of the most popular movies ever made, shown on giant screens amid the natural beauty of the park!

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SuperPOPS! Join Principal Pops Conductor Michael Krajewski for the music you know and love this season at Atlanta Symphony Hall.

November 26/27 Fri/Sat: 8pm

Disney in Concert Magical Music from the Movies Michael Krajewski, conductor

October 8/9 Fri/Sat: 8pm

Wicked Divas Michael Krajewski, conductor

Leading Broadway vocalists tap into the diva within and sing your favorites from the record-breaking musical hit Wicked.

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Celebrate Disney’s 55th anniversary in this salute in images and songs including Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast and other jewels from the Disney vault.

Michael Krajewski, conductor

A very Merry Holiday POPS

St. Paddy’s without the six-time Grammy-winning Chieftains?

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Michael Krajewski, conductor Lassiter & Walton High School choruses

May 27/28 Fri/Sat: 8pm

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February 11/12 Fri/Sat: 8pm

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The Music of Paul McCartney

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The Chieftains

December 17/18 Fri/Sat: 8pm

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March 11/12 Fri/Sat: 8pm

All You Need is Love Michael Krajewski, conductor

The spectacular toast to Sir Paul includes Silly Love Songs, Live and Let Die, Maybe I’m Amazed, and the best of the Fab Four.

Patti LuPone The Grammy, Emmy and Tony award-winner performs her show-stopping revue Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda.

staff Administrative Staff Executive Stanley Romanstein President Aysha Siddique Manager of Board & Community Relations Evans Mirageas Director of Artistic Planning ADMINISTRATION John Sparrow Vice President for Orchestra Initiatives & General Manager Rachel Trignano Assistant to the VP for Orchestra Initiatives & General Manager Julianne Fish Orchestra Manager Nancy Crowder Operations/Rental Events Coordinator Carol Wyatt Executive Assistant to the Music Director & Principal Guest Conductor Jeffrey Baxter Choral Administrator Ken Meltzer ASO Insider & Program Annotator Russell Williamson Orchestra Personnel Manager Susanne Watts Assistant Orchestra Personnel Manager Paul Barrett Senior Production Stage Manager Richard Carvlin Stage Manager Lela Huff Assistant Stage Manager

FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION Donald F. Fox Executive Vice President for Business Operations & Chief Financial Officer Susan Ambo Controller Kim Hielsberg Director of Financial Planning & Analysis April Satterfield Senior Accountant Peter Dickson Staff Accountant Michael Richardson Venues Analyst Stephen Jones Symphony Store Manager Galina Rotbakh Symphony Store Sales Associate ASO PRESENTS Clay Schell Vice President, Programming Trevor Ralph General Manager and Senior Director of Operations Holly Clausen Director of Marketing Keri Musgraves Promotions Manager Lisa Eng Graphic Artist Rebecca Gordon Box Office Manager Chastain Park Amphitheater Tanner Smith Program Director Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park Katie Daniel VIP Sales Manager Jenny Pollock Operations Manager

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advancement & learning Sandy Smith Interim Vice President for Institutional Advancement & Learning Tammie Taylor Assistant to the Interim VP for Advancement & Learning Stephanie Malhotra Director of Advancement & Learning Services Rebecca Abernathy Donor Services Associate Major & Planned Giving Jessica Langlois Director of Leadership Gifts & Planned Giving Andrea Welna Major Gifts Officer Meredith Jackson Prospect Research Officer Annual, Institutional & Volunteer Services Corey Cowart Corporate Relations Manager Toni Paz Director of Individual Giving Maya Robinson Patron Partnership Gifts Officer Sarah Levin Volunteer Project Manager Ashley Krausen Volunteer Project Coordinator Learning Community Melanie Darby Director of Education Programming Barbara Saunders Learning Community Gifts Officer Elizabeth Wilson Director of Student Musician Development Lindsay Fisher Learning Community Specialist; Ensembles Coordinator

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Sat, July 24

Fri, Aug 13

Sugarland

The Dukes of September Rhythm Revue featuring Donald Fagen, Michael McDonald & Boz Scaggs

Chris Isaak

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Wed, July 28

Sat, Aug 14

Devo

Erykah Badu

Sat, Aug 28

Fri, July 30

Wed, Aug 18

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Boyz II Men En Vogue

Heart

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Sat, July 31

Wed, Aug 25

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Sun, Aug 15

Widespread Panic

The Music of Queen, A Rock & Symphonic Spectacular

Little Big Town

Mon, Aug 9

Green Day AFI

Wed, Aug 11

Arcade Fire Spoon

O.A.R.

Citizen Cope

Thur, Aug 19

Sheryl Crow

Disco Biscuits Big Gigantic

Wed, Sep 29 An Evening with

Rush

Colbie Caillat

Featuring for the first time ever, Moving Pictures in its entirety

Sat, Aug 21

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Maroon 5

World Vision Presents

Kris Allen • V.V. Brown

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Neko Case

The B-52s Blondie Fri, Aug 27

Train

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Cyndi Lauper

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David Rhodes

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Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings

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Charlie Wilson Angie Stone

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Philippe Halsman, Dali's Mustache, 1953. © Philippe Halsman Archive

OPENING NIGHT WITH THE ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

‘ THE LATE WORK” “DALI: HIGH MUSEUM OF ART

“TWIST” AT THE ALLIANCE THEATRE

Robert Spano opens the 2010/2011 season with two explosive masterpieces by two of the world’s most revolutionary composers: Mozart and Berlioz.

The first exhibition to focus on Dalí's art after 1940, featuring more than 40 paintings and a related group of drawings, prints and other Dalí objects.

A hot new musical twist on the Dickens classic set in New Orleans, 1928. An orphan in search of home finds family in the most unexpected places.

Directed and choreographed

by Debbie Allen, with music

by Tena Clark and Gary Prim.

9.23 9.25 9.26

8:00 pm 8:00 pm 3:00 pm

8.07.10 - 1.09.11 Salvador Dalí’s Right of Publicity Reserved

by Fundació Gala-Salvador Dalí.

9.01.10 - 10.03.10

For more information, visit www.woodruffcenter.org

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