HARRISBURG SYMPHONY
WINTER NEWSLETTER 2011/12
ENCHANTING ESCAPE The
Masterworks January 14-15 includes two early masterpieces by Scandinavia’s two greatest composers: Sibelius’ En Saga and Grieg’s evergreen Piano Concerto performed by Van Cliburn Competition Prize Winner, Di Wu. Stuart Malina continues his traversal of the Brahms Symphonies with No. 3.
Mistletoe Magic Guest vocalist Hilary Kole joins Stuart Malina, the Harrisburg Symphony and the Messiah College Concert Choir for a joyous “Mistletoe Magic” celebration of the season. Bring the whole family for a fun-filled concert full of warmth, good cheer and beautiful holiday music. Dec 10 at 8:00 pm and Dec 11 at 3:00 pm
Hilary Kole
Vocalist Hilary Kole
Sponsored by:
mid-winter
Pianist Di Wu
FATEFUL FIFTH
BROADWAY’S BACK
Bela Bartók’s spicy Divertimento for String Orchestra and Robert Schumann’s heroic showpiece for the HSO’s glorious horn section set the stage for Beethoven’s iconic 5th Symphony Feb 11-12. If you’ve never experienced the emotional and visceral impact of the Fifth performed “live,” don’t miss this opportunity.
Don’t miss this sequel to Broadway Rocks January 28-29! Three of Broadway’s brightest new stars will join the HSO to perform selections from rock-inspired musicals such as Movin’ Out, Lion King, Hairspray, Wicked, Dreamgirls, and Phantom of the Opera.
POPS
HARRISBURG SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA www.HarrisburgSymphony.org
Bartók: Divertimento Schumann: Concert Piece for Four Horns & Orchestra Beethoven: Symphony No. 5
The Harrisburg Symphony Society is delighted to announce Fulton Bank as the Presenting Sponsor for our sixth Showhouse & Gardens, the premier fundraising event supporting the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra (HSO). Symphony Society events have raised over $1 million for HSO over the years, and we are proud to continue that tradition. We are also excited to unveil the house’s official portrait, seen here, painted and donated by local watercolor artist, Richard Michaelian.
Dear Fellow Harrisburg Symphony Fans: Happy holidays! Our fall membership reception had a tease of winter outside, but wonderful warmth indoors. Thank you to co-chairs Lynn Daneberg and Jill Smeltzer, and hosts Miles and Carole Gibbons for a delightful event. What a treat to hear Carlin Luz perform. Welcome and thank you to our new members for choosing the Harrisburg Symphony Society (HSS), and our current members who filled the Gibbons’ home with a din of happiness and enthusiasm for HSS. Have a relaxing and very special start to the new year by attending the Musicale. Guest artist Di Wu will perform Sunday, January 15, 2012 at Orchard Hill, the president’s residence at Messiah College. Thank you to Dr. Kim Phipps for her hospitality. Invitations to the brunch and performance will be mailed shortly, or call Michele Longenderfer or 717.697.6320 or mlongndrfr@aol.com for more information. No hibernating for the 2012 Harrisburg Symphony Showhouse & Gardens committee. Designers are selected, and the committees with their distinct charges are all hard at work. Cheers to co-chairs Shirley McCormick and Stephanie Otto. Now and throughout the year, we are thankful for our volunteers who choose to give the gift of their time through the Harrisburg Symphony Society to support the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra. The results of your work are tangible, found on the stage at the Forum and in other settings throughout our region. Volunteers, please be sure to treat yourselves, too, over the holiday season. Thank you. Happy 2012. Fondly, Julie Sullivan Harrisburg Symphony Society President
Fulton Bank presents
May 19 through June 10, 2012
The talented designers and landscapers who will transform this 5,000+ square foot house have been selected and will begin their work in the spring of 2012. Exciting special events are being planned throughout the run of the Showhouse, the Underwriting Committee continues to seek sponsors, and a fabulous preview party and auction will open the house on Friday night, May 18. Our marketing efforts will include traditional advertising as well as the introduction of social media. Look for Showhouse news on Facebook and our website --- coming soon!
Volunteers are still needed for many of our committees. If you would like to be part of this fun and exciting event, please contact co-chairs Shirley McCormick at shirley4949@comcast.net or Stephanie Otto at tgo333@ aol.com or look for sign up opportunities at future HSO concerts. You can also help by donating old denim jeans and striped oxford shirts, which will be turned into unique gift items to be sold in the boutique. Gently used books and CD’s are also being collected for sale in the boutique. All of these items can be dropped off at the HSO office or contact Boutique Co-Chairs Alison Coppock, Alisond55@aol.com or April Gift, Agift0810@verizon.net. Tickets for the Showhouse will be available for purchase at HSO concerts, on the HSO website, and at many vendors throughout the area. Special pricing to tour the completed house is also available for groups of 15 or more. Contact LeaGreenwood@comcast.net for details. Our deep appreciation goes to the underwriters we have received to date. Showhouse Presenter ($15,000) Fulton Bank House Guarantor ($5,000): Bryn Mawr Trust House Principal ($2,500) Shirley & Nelson McCormick Stephanie & Ted Otto House Sustainer ($1,000) Alexander Building Construction Co. Mountz Jewelers Mike & Julie Sullivan
Mark your calendar for the
Empty House Tours
on March 10 & 11, 2012 to see this “diamond in the rough” before the designers and landscapers work their magic. Admission is $5 at the door.
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SUNDAY | NOVEMBER 6 | 5:00 PM HERSHEY LODGE CHOCOLATE BALLROOM
The “Night of the Red Dragon” Gala on November 6 was a memorable mix of arts, culture, and fine dining at the Hershey Lodge. The Chinese Arts & Cultural Institute provided the stunning music and dance, while Fête Events transformed the Chocolate Ballroom into a palace of Asian delights, with a special touch added by Flowers by Cheryl Ann. Special thanks to Robin Rosenthal and her hard working committee for delivering an unforgettable evening to benefit the HSO.
OCTOBER 22-23, 2011 | WHITAKER CENTER
Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet (CPYB) and the HSO joined forces on October 22-23 to present the world premiere of a staged version of the Saint-Saëns classic, “Carnival of the Animals,” at the Whitaker Center. This production combined the enchanting choreography of Laszlo Berdo with dazzling costumes and sets and original text written and spoken by WITF’s Cary Burkett. The audiences were WOWed by the story, the costumes and the music, all combining to make this collaboration a huge success!
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Winter Musicale Don’t miss our
Sunday, January 15, 2012 11:30AM ~ 2:00PM Orchard Hill ~ Messiah College The home of President Kim and D. Kelly Phipps 406 W. Lisburn Road, Mechanicsburg, PA
Enjoy a luncheon and a performance by pianist Di Wu, Van Cliburn Competition Prize Winner Kindly RSVP by January 6 by sending payment to Harrisburg Symphony Society, Attn: Michele Longenderfer, 800 Corporate Circle, Suite 101, Harrisburg, PA 17110. Tickets are $100 per person. Please make check payable to Harrisburg Symphony Society. For additional information please email mlongndrfr@aol.com or call 717.697.6320. 75% of your ticket price qualifies as a tax-deductible donation to the HSO.
ANNUAL HARRISBURG SYMPHONY SOCIETY NEW MEMBER RECEPTION The annual Harrisburg Symphony Society (HSS) New Member Reception took place on Tuesday, November 1st at the home of Mrs. Carole Forker Gibbons. It was a fabulous gathering enjoyed by all in attendance. Top row L to R: Marjorie Sherman, Sue Grammes & Patti Brenckle; Julie Sullivan, Carole Forker Gibbons, Lynn Daneburg & Jill Smeltzer; Janine Naccarato & Lynn Daneburg. Bottom row L to R: Carlin Luz (HSO Patron Services Manager); Deb Tocks (HSO Finance Manager), Alison Coppock, Marion Alexander & Sylvie St. Hilaire; Kimberly Effiong, Phyllis Bennett & Yvonne Hollins.
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