Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra

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COMMENTS FROM OUR WEBSITE

“Join Music Director and Conductor John Morris Russell and the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra as we begin on an incredible musical journey next season.

From Bernstein and Shostakovich to Chopin and Sibelius and the everpopular Holiday traditions, you’ll be delighted with the many offerings of the new season. Sign up for another extraordinary year.” –Mary M. Briggs

"The Lowcountry has many treasures that make it an incredible place to live.

One of the treasures that is often overlooked is the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra. It is a true jewel set in the middle of one of the most beautiful places in the world."

"Hilton Head Island is a town of 37,000 people with the amenities of a town of over 400,000 people. One of those amenities is an orchestra with a world class conductor, John Morris Russell. Thank you!

"I can’t believe the quality of young talent that our orchestra is showcasing at its concerts. It seems that every concert includes a standing ovation after hearing these young performers."

"Orchestra night at First Presbyterian Church has always been a special thing for us. Now with their great new conductor and the projection screens that let you see close ups of the soloist from any seat, it is a joyous experience."

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OPENING

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Sunday, Oct 12, 2014 • 4pm Monday, Oct 13, 2014 • 8pM

BERNSTEIN AND SHOSTAKOVICH John Morris Russell Conductor Steven Lin Piano

Oct 12/13 Steven Lin A victory at the 2012 CAG Victor Elmaleh Competition is the latest in a growing list of awards for Steven Lin, an immediately engaging and imaginative young Taiwanese American pianist. “... a poet on the keyboard” –New York Times

“John’s impact on musicians and audiences has been electric!”

–Mary M. Briggs, President of the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra

Shostakovich’s Soviet trauma reveals the reality of Voltaire’s Utopian fantasy.

Bernstein Candide Overture Liszt Piano Concerto No. 1 Shostakovich Symphony No. 5 Sunday, Nov 16, 2014 • 4pm Monday, Nov 17, 2014 • 8pm

Dec 1 Katherine Woo A rising young performer, Katherine Woo was the First Prize Winner of the 2014 HHSO Youth Concerto Competition and was featured as a soloist with the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra at the “Symphony under the Stars” concert in 2013. Brilliant!

FATE AND VICTORY: BEETHOVEN’S FIFTH John Morris Russell Conductor The most famous four notes in classical music.

Pärt Cantus in Memory of Benjamin Britten Dvorák Serenade for Strings Beethoven Symphony No. 5 Monday, Dec 1, 2014 • 4pm Monday, Dec 1, 2014 • 8pm

HOLIDAY POPS! John Morris Russell Conductor Katherine Woo Violin 2014 HHSO Youth Concerto Competition Winner Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Chorus Tim Reynolds Chorus Master Maestro Russell’s holiday classics and the Lowcountry’s favorite new holiday tradition!

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Sunday, Jan 18, 2015 • 4pm Monday, JaN 19, 2015 • 8pm

TRAGEDY AND TRIUMPH: TCHAIKOVSKY’S SYMPHONY No. 5 John Morris Russell Conductor Danielle Belen Violin Don Giovanni is lost but Tchaikovsky’s Fifth pulls itself back from the brink.

Mozart Don Giovanni Overture Bruch Violin Concerto No. 1 Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5 Sunday, Feb 8, 2015 • 4pm Monday, Feb 9, 2015 • 8pm

SCHUMANN AND BRAHMS: GERMAN ROMANTIC MASTERS

Jan 18/19 Danielle Belen Danielle Belen was the First Prize Winner of the 2008 Sphinx Competition and soloed with the HHSO in 2013. She “is a passionate and persuasive virtuoso.”

–John Morris Russell

Feb 8/9 Shen Lu, HHIPC Winner Shen Lu was chosen First Prize Winner of the 2014 HHIPC from a field of 128 international applicants by 10 international jurists. In the last two years Shen was a semi-finalist in the Sydney International Piano Competition and the Queen Elizabeth International Piano Competition.

Feb 22/23 Tim Berens & Craig Wagner Tim Berens has created a unique position for himself in the world of music: orchestral guitarist. Tim Berens is a guitarist, an orchestrator, and a conductor.

Craig Wagner is recognized as one of the most versatile young guitarist on the scene today. "...these guys are GREAT!" –Erich Kunzel

John Morris Russell Conductor Shen Lu Piano 2014 HHIPC First Prize Winner The shy, young Brahms came to worship at Schumann’s–and Clara’s–feet.

Schumann Symphony No. 4 Brahms Piano Concerto No. 1 Sunday, Feb 22, 2015 • 4pm Monday, Feb 23, 2015 • 8pm

GUITAR HEROES John Morris Russell Conductor Tim Berens Guitar Craig Wagner Guitar Cincinnati Pops guitarist and arranger, Tim Berens and Craig Wagner perform Gershwin’s classic Rhapsody in Blue in a wild and virtuosic version for two guitars and orchestra, along with brilliantly scored jazz standards by Ellington, Chick Corea, and Herbie Hancock.

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Sunday, Mar 22, 2015 • 4pm Monday, Mar 23, 2015 • 8pm

MENDELSSOHN AND VERDI: DREAMS AND NIGHTMARES John Morris Russell Conductor Kisma Jordan Soprano Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Chorus “True love never did run smooth.” Shakespeare Gounod Je veux vivre from Romeo and Juliet Verdi Ave Maria from Othello Verdi Soldiers' Chorus from Macbeth Verdi Nanetta’s Aria from Falstaff Mendelssohn Midsummer Night’s Dream Sunday, Apr 19, 2015 • 4pm Monday, Apr 20, 2015 • 8pm

PROKOFIEV AND HAYDN: SPARKLING CLASSICS John Morris Russell Conductor Terry Moore Violin The Classical tradition morphs and endures.

Prokofiev Classical Symphony Mozart Violin Concerto No. 1 Haydn Symphony No. 94 “Surprise” Sunday, May 3, 2015 • 4pm Monday, May 4, 2015 • 8pm

CHOPIN AND SIBELIUS: TWO NATIONALISTS Christopher Wilkins Conductor Arianna Körting Piano Sibelius Sesquicentennial Celebration – 2015 marks the 150th anniversary of the birth of the great Finnish composer.

Sibelius Finlandia Chopin Piano Concerto No. 2 Sibelius Symphony No. 5

Mar 22/23 Kisma Jordan Soprano Kisma Jordan is emerging as one of the country’s most luminous talents, sharing her everincreasing gifts with audiences nationwide. At home on the opera stage as well as in concert and recital, she has been recognized for her communicative ability and “shimmering soprano voice”…pure sonic JOY!” –John Morris Russell

Apr 19/20 Terry Moore The consummate Concertmaster of the HHSO and one of our favorite soloists!

"Mr. Moore played with verve and assurance” –Savannah Morning News

May 3/4 Arianna Körting Praised for “producing music of rare quality” Arianna Körting, a Young Steinway Artist, has performed in important concert venues throughout the world. Recognized by the United States Senate, her achievements were entered into the Congressional Record on October 6, 2011.

"A phenomenal pianist at 16” –Philippine Star

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MUSIC DIRECTOR & PRINCIPAL CONDUCTOR JOHN MORRIS RUSSELL 33rd Se ason • 2014 - 2015 • w w w.hhso.org For me, music is about passionate narrative. Whether its favorite Shakespearian epics set by Mendelssohn and Verdi, or an intensely emotional journey from tragedy to triumph crafted by Beethoven and Tchaikovsky in their fifth symphonies--the live symphonic experience leaves none unmoved. The 2014-2015 Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra season, Music of Dreams and Drama, explores some of the most emotionally intense works created for orchestra. From the brooding yet heroic Shostakovich Symphony No. 5 to effervescent overtures by Bernstein and Mozart, and etherial works for string orchestra by Dvorák and Arvo Pärt, the dramatic range of my third season with the HHSO is breathtaking. Our featured soloists, including favorites from the Hilton Head International Piano Competition, and returning virtuosos Danielle Belen, violin and Kisma Jordon, soprano will delight. My good friend Chris Wilkins will guest conduct the noble Sibelius Symphony No. 5 and I’ll be spinning sparkling classics by Haydn and Prokofiev. Back by popular demand are our Holiday Popular Classics in December and February’s dazzling display of guitar virtuosity in Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue transcribed for two guitars. The Lowcountry is blessed to have an orchestra engaged in such fervent music making and I am thrilled to share our joy and passion with all of you. I look forward to having you join us as we all dream together.

Happy Listening!

John Morris Russell Music Director, Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra

special events HHSO YOUTH CONCERTO COMPETITION – February 7, 2015 Next year the Youth Concerto Competition will be held at St. Luke’s Church on February 7, 2015 at 1:30 pm. Since 2000, the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra has sponsored this program for musicians under age 18. Its purpose is to provide talented young musicians the opportunity to perform standard orchestral repertoire from memory before an audience. The HHSO is proud to present this Concerto Competition with the hopes of inspiring a younger generation to pursue their goals in the world of music.

HILTON HEAD INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION (HHIPC) – March 9-14, 2015 The Hilton Head International Piano Competition, one of the leading international piano competitions in the United States, holds its 20th competition, the next for Young Artists, March 9 – 14, 2015.Twenty of the world’s best young pianists, ages 13-17, compete in two exciting rounds of competition, with 5 Semi-finalists performing with the HHSO for cash prizes plus concerts.

SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS – Dates to be announced In April, 2015, the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra will offer its annual “Symphony Under the Stars” in a large festive tent at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn under the baton of John Morris Russell. Patrons can enjoy dinner with friends at tables of 10 and then relax and enjoy this lively program.Table groups use the concert themes to inspire costumes, table decorations and dinner menus as they compete for a variety of prizes.What a fun way to get into the spirit of this exciting evening!

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Preferred Seating Reserved VIP Parking Decal Four Guest Passes to a Concert Performance Acknowledgement in HHSO Program

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Preferred Seating Reserved VIP Parking Decal Four Guest Passes to a Concert Performance Acknowledgement in HHSO Program

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Preferred Seating Reserved VIP Parking Decal Four Guest Passes to a Concert Performance Acknowledgement in HHSO Program

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Preferred Seating Reserved VIP Parking Decal Four Guest Passes to a Concert Performance Acknowledgement in HHSO Program

Balcony Left A

Platinum Baton Circle - $20,000+

Gold Baton Circle - $15,000+

Concert Stage

Orchestra Left A

Orchestra Right A

Orchestra Left B

Orchestra Right B

General Admission

Preferred Seating Reserved VIP Parking Decal Four Guest Passes to a Concert Performance Acknowledgement in HHSO Program

General Admission

Wing Right B

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General Admission

Wing Left A

Diamond Baton Circle - 25,000+

Balcony Left B

Wing Left B

Select Your Level of Support

Balcony Right B

Balcony Right A

Silver Baton Circle - $10,000+

Chairman’s Circle - $7,500+

Conductor’s Circle - $5,000+ • Preferred Seating • Two guest passes to a Concert Performance • Acknowledgement in HHSO Program

Ticket Categories Category A Orchestra Rows 1 -12 Balcony All Rows Seats 1-14 Wing Left Rows 1-4

Category B Orchestra Rows 13-19 Balcony All Rows Seats 15-19 Wing Right Rows 1-4 Wing Left Rows 5-9

Concertmaster’s Circle - $2,500+ • Preferred Seating • Acknowledgement in HHSO Program

Artist’s Circle - $1,000+

TICKET INFORMATION

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• Acknowledgement in HHSO Program

ll ticket holders will be assigned seats at the First Presbyterian Church according to: your concert series of choice, date of postmark, and level of additional support. You may choose a series of nine, six or three concerts from any of the performance dates.

• Acknowledgement in HHSO Program

NINE CONCERT – Full Subscription

• Preferred Seating • Acknowledgement in HHSO Program

Principal - $500+

Supporter - $250+

Friend - up to $249

• Acknowledgement in HHSO Program

Invest in your Symphony Make a tax-deductible contribution with your ticket order to support HHSO programs.

Complete your application

Please mail your completed application, along with your credit card information or check to: Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra PO Drawer 5757 • Hilton Head Island, SC 29938 o: 843-842-2055 | f: 843-842-2032 | hhso.org

Seat Preference: A $405 B $324 Choose nine concerts; receive confirmed seats for the season; receive early notification of Special Events to purchase designated seats.

SIX CONCERT PACKAGE

Seat Preference: A $276 B $220 Choose six concerts; seats determined after full subscription seats have been assigned.

THREE CONCERT PACKAGE

Seat Preference: A $144 B $115 Choose any three concerts; seats determined after full and six subscriber seats have been assigned.

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